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In 2015, Rob Lawless set out to meet 10,000 people, spending one hour with each person to truly understand their stories. His project, Robs10kFriends, is all documented on his instagram @robs10kfriends.  

In his keynote, Rob shares insights on fostering positive, inclusive organizational cultures through intentional connections. Citing research on workplace exclusion's productivity impact, he empowers leaders to unlock value through meaningful connections, fostering belonging, innovation, and opportunities. His interactive FRIEND framework aids audiences in facilitating conversations, practicing active listening, and setting intentions for connection, creating lasting & meaningful relationships. Attendees leave inspired and equipped to implement intentional connection strategies.

Speech Themes:
-Communication
-Networking
-Creating a Positive Corporate Culture
-Improving Client Relationships
-Creating Meaningful Connections
-Attract, Engage and Retain top talent
-Diversity & Inclusion

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Create more successful relationships through the exponential power of human connection

Rob Lawless

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“On behalf of SHRM Puerto Rico, I want to extend our sincere appreciation for being part of our 2026 Annual Conference. Rob, your presence and contribution helped set the tone and strengthen the conversations that are shaping our profession and the future of work. We are grateful for the time, perspective, and expertise you shared with our community, and for your role in making this year’s conference such a meaningful and impactful experience. It was a privilege to have you with us.”

Cid Burgos, SHRM Puerto Rico

“Rob was great! Lots of positive feedback from our group which is very hard to please. Maybe the best speaker as far as message goes that we’ve used!”

Director or Business Dev., MCL Construction

"We hired Rob for our 2024 HR Retreat because we wanted an uplifting message that reminded us of the importance of human connection. He spoke to 30+ of our members across business, legal, labor relations, security and our creative services teams. He made our attendees feel empowered and reinvigorated to make real connections with our colleagues, he left us with a framework to build those connections and he set the tone for how our teams can create a better culture. We absolutely loved Rob's session and found his theme of connection and communication to be a common thread throughout our retreat!"

Chelsea Merriman, Fox Sports

"After seeing Rob at an event in late 2023, I couldn't wait to bring him in as a keynote speaker for our 2024 full team annual meeting. We were looking for a keynote speaker that would be of value to our team members professionally, but also a message that would be of value for personal growth as well. Building true connections is difficult when working in a remote environment. Rob engaged our team and helped us bring our 70 member team closer together. The presentation was customized to align with our company core values. We received very positive feedback and thanks from the team for investing in them, with the gift of Rob Lawless sharing his story and the relationship tools he provides."

President & CEO,Veritas Association Management

Kelly Bjorseth

ARTIST

Jack Stahlmann’s informative and educational presentations are built around his experiences in Hollywood as an actor, producer, director — and of course, a waiter.

In Tinseltown he launched his own production company which created several films that enjoyed international success and was an Assistant Director for the Margaret Cho stand-up show, Cho Revolution.

As an actor, his shining moment came in a co-star role on the CBS drama Cold Case, where he played a wimpy park ranger. He also appeared on Days of Our Lives and several commercials, and has been a regular pop culture and business contributor to the HuffPost. 

For the last decade plus he has been entertaining companies, schools and associations worldwide, while delivering actionable takeaways to make a real difference in the workplace.

Emcee and Impactful Keynote Speaker

Jack Stahlmann

Richard Davis - US Bank

Jack Stahlmann is genuinely the Jack of all trades and a master of ALL when it comes to events. We had him in to keynote and emcee for an all-day conference and he was absolutely amazing! His flexibility is second to none. We had a speaker cancel at the last minute and he was able to extend his keynote on the fly and no one was none the wiser. Jack’s passion and energy kept attendees’ attention and energy up throughout the day. Ultimately, having Jack there, it was a luxury to have him fill both of those roles and truly be our host for the day.

Bethany Oberg - CommUNITY Adult Health Initiative

"I have booked Jack multiple times (and counting) and there's a reason for that: He's really good. He delivers his message in such an easy and fun way, it feels like you're swapping stories with an old friend over some, um, let's say sodas. Audiences respond to him, he packs a meaningful message and ultimately, he's great to work with."

Ranel Smith, Montana's Credit Unions

"Simply the best!  LeadingAge searched for the perfect emcee and facilitator and we found it in Jack.  He's highly relatable and keeps the audience in the palm of his hand.   He is funny, engaging and authentic.  As a busy event strategist, what I value most is his ability to take an idea and run with it, making the process easy. You are in great hands with Jack as your host!"

Sharon Sullivan - Leading Age

Jack hit it out of the park! I could tell in the room that attendees were loving the humor, and also resonated on his message of the importance of connecting with others.  The surveys after the fact showed that they gained tips and tricks to take with them to the workplace and beyond. And because his message is universal, it really worked for our audience, which have a variety of attendees from a variety of different professions and business sectors. I am our audience is similar to yours. I can't recommend him enough! In fact, I am bringing him back to speak as our morning keynote in South Dakota next October.

Janie Ritter - Minnesota Safety Council

"Jack was the perfect closing Keynote for our group! He received 10+ on our survey... out of 10. Seriously, some attendees gave him an 15!"

Jenny Teeson - Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International

"Jack has been great to work with through the years. We have booked him for 6 separate events over the past decade in front of a variety of audiences - from Sheriffs to nurses - and he has delivered every time. Both virtually and in-person, he has been a hit!"

Tom Wells - Minnesota Sheriffs' Association

The best thing about Jack's message is that it resonated across departments. From the longest standing professor to the newest person on our facilities team, Jack's message about having "it" set the tone for our academic year. He brought humor, life lessons and best of all, he brought an energy that kicked our year off in a fun way. I'd recommend Jack to any community college looking to bring together the entire team!

Rob Stevens - Central Arizona Community College

Jack Stahlmann was exactly the all-staff refresh that we needed. His use of humor hooked our entire team as he tailored the message to resonate with all staff members. His words reminded us that the difference we make in education is real, no matter the role each of us plays within our school district. Beyond that, Jack delivered something that almost can't be quantified: human connection. In an ever-changing world where interpersonal connection isn't always prioritized, his message hit the mark.

Dave Wedin - Milaca Schools

"Jack Stahlmann was a big hit as our keynote! His self-deprecating humor and no-nonsense approach resonated with our members. Not every speaker works for construction audiences, but I'm here to say, Jack definitely does! He made our audience of tradespeople get out of their comfort zone and realize they have the power to move their lives and companies forward."

Nicole Berger - Associated Builders and Contractors Iowa

Jonathan T Stahlmann

Benson is a national keynote speaker and consultant helping organizations and teams transition to greater impact. 

Benson is an enthusiastic speaker; she engages and energizes audiences from 20 to 200. She has published two books around mindfulness, Cultivate Your Happiness: Mama-to-Be and Cultivating Calmness in Children for early education aged youth. Her 2020 TEDx video A Crash Course in Learning to Laugh has propelled her as a desired keynote speaker. 

Benson has worked her entire career with nonprofit organizations including the Center for Nonprofit Management, Alliance for Better Nonprofits, and the YWCA Knoxville / Tennessee Valley. Her experience includes organizational and leadership development and change, program development, marketing, human resources, board governance, and strategic planning.

Visit www.ellebenson.com for more!

Keynote Presenter. Leadership. Capacity Building. Team Development. Mindfulness. Mom Comedian.

Elle Benson

Discover the true essence of happiness in this empowering keynote, as we redefine its meaning and unveil the art of crafting expectations that align with our values. Explore the transformative potential of authentic communication in fostering connections and prioritizing relationships.

The Art of Fulfillment: Expectations, Communication, and Actions for Lasting Happiness

Benson is ideal for hosting and facilitating your conference; she's born hostess who loves the microphone.

Emcee

Elle helped us create from scratch our lower level leadership development program that we will continue to run to equip our new leaders. This process took months and months to adjust and perfect. Each time we worked together she brought incredible energy and engagement to her speaking events without fail. One of my favorite things about her is how well versed she is in many topics and not just a "one trick pony." She speaks from personal experience and will own her strengths as well as her weaknesses to her audience. She is transparent and open, which makes her relatable and easy to connect with. We will always advocate for Elle. She has been incredibly valuable to our team. Not only have we grown as a company through this process, but we have watched her grow right alongside of us.

Jessica Brewer - 21st Mortgage

"WOW! Elle is high energy AND high inspiration. I want her to be the keynote again next year. I laughed and cried!"

Van Doung, CRS Data

Elle's research was strategically tied into assisting nonprofit employees' current struggles.  Her approach is different from those who talk about burnout. She's funny!

Kevin Dean, Tennessee Nonprofit Network

Neil Ihde (Ee-dee) is a professional speaker and founder of Life IQ where he motivates organizations and teams to work, play, relate and live intelligently.

He has over 15 years experience and has worked with over 30 Fortune 500 companies including Nike, Domino's, AT&T, and Transamerica.

Neil recently achieved the goal of speaking in all 50 states. He is a TEDx speaker and his Life IQ YouTube channel is approaching a million views.

Neil and his wife Deb have two children and live in Appleton, Wisconsin.

Dynamic keynote speaker/trainer on personal and professional development topics

Neil Ihde

Neil is very, very good at what he does. He won over a tough, intelligent crowd through his engaging presentation style and his entertaining storytelling. Neil clearly spent a great deal of time researching our organization, which earned him instant credibility and demonstrated to our group that he had tailored the discussion to our specific interests and needs. Our data-hungry group was impressed with his depth of subject matter expertise and his ability to explain concepts in layman’s terms. He delivered on everything we asked, and more. Well done!

Scott Brubaker, Alvarez & Marsal

Neil took on such a guiding role in working with my nurses in management positions.  I knew I wanted someone that could provide them information and knowledge on the use of the MBTI assessment. What I didn't know, was that Neil would engage the members, interact so fully, and truly provide an exceptional experience for them.  We always take the opportunity to see how well our members felt the presenter did -and out of more than 40 speakers, Neil ranked #1 -and I have some pretty amazing speakers!! Truly respect the knowledge and collegial attitude that you brought to the ANNA conference.  Thanks again Neil!!

Dr. Hazel Dennison, American Nephrology Nurses Association

Neil Ihde's keynote on dealing with difficult people was nothing short of transformative for the Apartment Association of North Carolina’s annual conference. In a world where navigating complex interactions is inevitable, Neil's insights cut through the noise and provided actionable strategies for managing even the most challenging individuals. His emphasis on self-reflection, coupled with practical tools, empowered us to approach difficult situations with confidence and composure. Our attendees left the session equipped with a newfound sense of resilience and a toolkit of practical skills to apply both to their personal and professional lives. Neil's session was a game-changer, offering invaluable guidance for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of human interaction with grace and effectiveness.

Kristin Goins, Apartment Association of North Carolina

As a speaker, Neil was incredibly engaging, posed insightful questions and concepts, and had our attendees laughing the entire night. Neil understands the credit union industry and the unique strengths and challenges we face as an organization and the dynamic relationships amongst management, co-workers, and members. He uses research-based statistics and personal stories to reiterate the importance of emotional intelligence necessary for a healthy and productive workplace. Neil’s knowledge, delivery, and actionable takeaways of his keynote presentation will leave you motivated to apply these principles to your organization the very next day.

Janelle Black, GECU Credit Union

Working with Neil Ihde was a wonderful experience. He was easy to talk to and really wanted to ensure he met our needs. His fresh, unique approach to leadership garnered comments from my membership like, “Wow, I have never thought about it like that before,”  and “He gave me ideas I have never heard.” Comments like that are a planner’s dream, and we are bringing him back for our larger convention in the fall!

Tracy Alter, NM Health Care Association/NM Center for Assisted Living

Neil Ihde recently spoke at a C-level conference we host every year. He delivered an inspiring and practical presentation on Essential Leadership Tools During Challenging Times. His presentation style was engaging and his content was well-targeted. Neil is both approachable and insightful. Several attendees stopped by to speak with Neil after his session which is always a great reflection of how well the presentation went. Thank you, Neil!

Crista Hassett, National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC)

We chose Neil to guide our leadership conference of our company's approx 50 managers/leaders and I'm extremely happy we did so. Neil worked in a manner that truly had the best interest of our people in mind...How they understood themselves and their individual strengths AND how they could better understand and serve their teams. Neil focused on discovering our leaders' strengths--and increasing their 'awareness' of their talents and those of their team. His presentations were sharp and salient, a blend of what guides our heads--and our hearts. His material was never 'canned,' but was quickly absorbed by our group. I think the greatest benefit of Neil's influence was that he 'grew our desire to be a team.' Neil left a wake behind him of enthusiasm, of an openness to new insights of how we can lead, ...and of hope.

Paul Treinen, Big Stone Therapies

Neil did a fantastic job presenting at our national conference!  The room was packed out and people were standing in the back and sitting in the aisles. He has a down-to-earth style and his content and examples are relevant and relatable. Attendees were abuzz with what they learned from his session.

Rob Worth, Advanced Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine

I was so pleasantly surprised at how enjoyable and beneficial this process was for our team. Neil is truly a master of his craft. He is able to read the room and keep individuals engaged through humor, personal stories, and data that is interesting and makes you want to know more. Expectations for the day were exceeded. We all left wiser, more attune to how our peers tick and think and we bonded as a group. Even individuals that were a bit skeptical about the process left saying that Neil was a perfect fit for our team and were thankful for the way in which he facilitated the session. It was a fun and eye-opening experience for all.

Mary Beth Schultz, Hiebing

Neil was very engaging both in content and delivery. He encouraged participation right away and people were eager to share their stories/experiences. He had clearly done his homework regarding our company, products, and initiatives, which impressed management and got their attention from the beginning. With direct references to our organization, he was able to drive his points home and provide useful takeaways. Many people continued the conversations he had started for the rest of the conference!  As opposed to some speakers that present unrealistic, lofty goals, Neil's ideas were received by the audience as attainable and easy to implement in our day-to-day lives. Overall, Neil has a gift for presenting, interacting, and empowering his audience. Thank you!

Sonal Singh, Discover Financial Services

Christopher Carter has spent more than three decades doing something most people think is impossible: reading the room, getting inside people’s heads, and making it look like he can read their minds.

Today, this communication keynote speaker, body language expert, and award-winning mentalist helps leaders, sales professionals, and teams understand the signals that shape trust, credibility, connection, and influence.

But don’t expect a conventional keynote. Christopher combines practical, easy-to-use insights with humor, stories, audience participation, and astonishing mentalism. He doesn’t just talk about reading people. He does it, live, with the audience.

And sometimes you don’t need a keynote. You just want to blow the doors off the room. For those events, Christopher offers a smart, funny, highly interactive mentalism show that turns the audience into the stars.

Communication Keynote Speaker, Body Language Expert & Award-Winning Mentalist

Christopher Carter

Christopher Carter’s mentalism show is a jaw-dropping blend of mind-reading, psychology, and pure entertainment. With astonishing feats of "mind power," he creates interactive experiences where the audience becomes part of the magic. There are no hidden devices—just real, high-energy moments that defy belief. Ideal for corporate events, his show keeps guests on the edge of their seats, delivering unforgettable moments of amazement and wonder. Christopher’s unique ability to read minds and connect with people ensures your event will be talked about long after the curtain falls.

After-Dinner Mentalism Performance

Christopher Carter’s keynote presentations are a thrilling fusion of entertainment and powerful insights. Known for his mind-reading feats, Christopher captivates audiences with high-energy, interactive experiences while delivering valuable takeaways on leadership, communication, and human connection. He challenges conventional thinking, inspires innovation, and motivates teams with practical lessons that stick. Ideal for corporate events, his keynote ensures your audience is not only engaged but leaves with actionable tools to drive success and transform their work culture.

Motivational Keynote

We engaged Christopher as a speaker at our 2021 Annual Users’ Group meeting. We are an ERP tech company, so it is nice to break up the intensity with some useful human insights we all could use.
Christopher did not disappoint, he was brilliant, entertaining, insightful, and captivated the audience throughout. He was still the subject of conversation on the second day. Christopher reminded us of how poor we are at listening, and how much we have to gain by trying.

Mike Taylor - The Rubicon Group, LTD

Chris was booked to provide a virtual presentation at our leadership conference, “The Magic of Change”. He worked with our committee to tailor the presentation to our specific needs. I’ve never booked a presenter that was so dedicated to making sure every detail was just what we needed.

His presentation was absolutely amazing! Everyone on our leadership team has been raving about it. I’ve heard from several about the great take aways they had and how they are already starting to implement some of the ideas as we move forward in our agency transformation. Change is difficult but with the new insights he provided our managers are better equipped to be successful.

Renae McIntosh - Iowa Department of Human Services

Christopher performed a fantastic Mentalist Show for our Regional Sales Team via MS Teams! We’d had other performers and speakers in for events, but none had quite mastered the ability to engage and hold the audience, and perform so professionally using a virtual format. Seeing the mind-blown looks on people’s faces as he guessed correctly was priceless and provided a much needed break from these folks that spend so much time in front of the computer and in meetings. Loved it!!

Stephanie Woods Bodine - Comcast Business

Thank you for your amazing performance during our ILICA Convention. Your mind-blowing act impressed us! You deliver a quality performance that professionally intertwines your art with skilled showmanship. You are a one-of-a-kind performer; I am a big fan!

Ryan Arcy - Illinois Land Improvement Contractors Association

Chris, thank you for your exceptional sessions at last week’s meeting in Orlando. I am quite pleased at how you activated the principles of my presentation, and made the experience unforgettable for all who attended.

You created a buzz within the entire sales organization, and there is a very good chance that I will be reaching out to work with you again in the future, as there were many associates who were disappointed that they did not take the experience in.

Really great working with you, and thanks again.

John P Machak - William Wrigley Jr. Company

Chris, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for a simply amazing presentation to our conference attendees. You have a unique ability to blend the fascinating with the concept of maximizing our inner strengths and then to tie them all together with fun and flare.

Over the years I have had the unfortunate task of attending a number of presentations that lack style, substance, message and any sense of entertainment. Your approach and methods captured every person from ownership to managers and tied them together with human commonality that we cannot evade.

We look forward to our next encounter and thank you for the obvious amount of attention to detail that you put forth for every client.”

Bill Gray - Prestige Healthcare

Your entertaining presentation was enlightening, and we received numerous positive comments on the impactful and fun presentation that you had prepared!

We appreciate the time and effort you invested in tailoring your program to our members. On behalf of our board of directors and our members we want to express our gratitude. Thank you and we hope to see you again soon.

Roger Huebner - AGC Central Illinois Builders

Christopher performed a fantastic Mentalist Show for our Regional Sales Team via MS Teams! We’d had other performers and speakers in for events, but none had quite mastered the ability to engage and hold the audience and perform so professionally using a virtual format. Seeing the mind-blown looks on people’s faces as he guessed correctly was priceless and provided a much-needed break from these folks that spend so much time in front of the computer and in meetings. Loved it!!

Todd Gernady - United Airlines

Avery Cropp - MN Society of CPAs

You did it again! I believe your recent performance for our meeting was the fifth time I have engaged you and, as always, the experience for our guests as well as me was exceptional.

Virginia McDonald - ASA Chicago

We were particularly impressed with your approach,…your delivery of some of the amazing random revelations that were disclosed during the audience participation…truly made for a very entertaining and Wow experience. It was a great way to start our program in Chicago and set a high energy level for our meetings the rest of the week.

Tim Tate - T. Marzetti Co

Your performance was both hilarious and astounding. And I truly appreciate how you were able to work our products into your performance

Vasant Narasimhan - Novartis Pharmaceuticals

Courtney Lohmann is an award-winning keynote speaker, consultant, and fractional sustainability leader specializing in regenerative strategy and impact-driven business transformation. With a bold and visionary approach, Courtney helps organizations and audiences awaken to what’s possible when purpose is embedded into strategy and operations. Through compelling storytelling and actionable insights, she equips leaders to tackle complex challenges, align values with business goals, and create measurable, lasting impact. Her work bridges sustainability, leadership, and real-world execution. Whether speaking to corporate teams, HR groups, or empowering women leaders, Courtney’s sessions ignite momentum and leave audiences ready to lead with clarity, courage, and vision.

Keynote speaker - Impact Rebel: Ignite Your Cause. Change What Matters. Drive Innovation.

Courtney Lohmann

I came to Courtney’s session hungry for answers and a sense that I could make a difference and have an impact in the realm of sustainable meetings.  Her blend of stories, facts, ideas, and a roadmap offered me the motivation and information I needed to implement my own sustainable path as a speaker.  Her style is friendly, knowledgeable, and approachable.  Her topic is essential.  I can’t think of anyone who wouldn’t benefit from Courtney’s message and style.

Chris Heeter - The Wild Institue

When our private community of global sports and esports leaders expressed interest in learning more about innovative sustainability and event management, Courtney emerged as one of the foremost subject matter experts to lead our panel. The discussion was incredibly informative with Courtney answering questions from our members and providing valuable insights from her extensive experience. In the end, our attendees walked away with greater knowledge along with ideas on how to advance their own efforts in making a lasting impact.
If you’re looking for someone to guide you through the complexity of developing social impact strategies, don’t pass up the opportunity to work with Courtney.

Adam Jacobs - Xvisory

Courtney Lohmann is an exceptional facilitator and subject matter expert. Her depth of knowledge and passion for sustainability are inspiring. She can distill complex concepts into understandable and relatable insights that leave audiences with actionable takeaways for immediate impact. Courtney’s approachability and enthusiasm create an inviting and safe atmosphere where participants feel comfortable asking questions and sharing thoughts and ideas. Working with Courtney is an absolute pleasure. Her professionalism makes collaboration easy.

Jessie States, CMP, CMM - Meeting Professionals International

I have had the idea of Impact, sustainability, and improving our world ever since I started the recycling program in my school in 7th grade. What have I done about it since then? The answer is not enough. It has been on my mind so much lately. So much that I joined my company’s business council and was able to hear our chief social impact officer speak. That got my wheels turning, and then BOOM, I had a session with Courtney and had the privilege of listening to her Keynote at a recent conference. Not only did it stress the importance of this issue to me but inspired me. This inspired me to reach out to my companies Chief Impact Officer to see how I can become more involved and what I can do to make an impact in this space. Courtney is as she claims, engaging, practical, & approachable. She provokes thought on an issue that cannot go unaddressed.

Natalie Ippolito - Marriott International

Courtney’s expertise is so valuable and as a speaker she is top-notch, receiving some of our highest scores! Speaking for us on several occasions, she provided key insights into the world of sustainability providing case-study examples, best practices and solutions that could be used immediately in the work of attendees at their exhibitions and events. She is a true pleasure to work with!

Stacy Powers, CEM - (private)

Ari Gunzburg shows organizations how to grow through challenge and change in order to break through. His actionable keynotes let people reconnect to themselves, others, and their purpose.

Ari's story is filled with growth through adversity, positive mindset, and resilience. Just months before COVID, a fire wiped out his family's belongings, and his business then fell apart in the pandemic. Ari turned these experiences, and the challenges of his youth, into lessons that have inspired thousands.

Ari believes more is possible than we can imagine. He's used this belief to bring a frog back to life and produce a 2 hour movie in 2 weeks. Ask him! He brings this same sense of possibility to your stage.

Creator of the 5 Keys To Greatness and author of The Little Book of Greatness, Ari brings humor, storytelling, and grounded insight to create experiences that are memorable long after the event.

As seen on Good Morning Texas. Named a Top 10 speaker in North America.

Break Through Keynote Speaker: Growth Through Challenge & Change

Ari Gunzburg

Learning To Breath Underwater: Channeling Adaptability for the Greatest Success shows how becoming truly adaptable to difficult changes that arise in life become our greatest predictors for success. The one thing that is a constant in the world is CHANGE, and our ability (or inability) to deal with change and adapt to shifting conditions (like being able to breath underwater with SCUBA gear, or changing a dive plan because of increased risk) makes every difference in the world.

Change Management Speech

The Resiliency Rebellion: From Challenge to Triumph And Beyond is a keynote that inspires your people to rebel against the status quo by infusing resiliency in everything they do. Attendees will learn concrete steps to incorporate resiliency into their own lives, all while learning the scientific benefits of channeling inner resilience.

Resiliency Speech

The Power of Possibility: A Positive Outlook for Positive Outcomes is a keynote focused on the wondrous power of manifestation and positive thinking to completely upgrade life. Your attendees will be energized and inspired to visualize a new future, a new outlook, all in pursuit of finding an amazing outcome. Sometimes it takes our greatest imagination to choose a new future for ourselves, where everything becomes brighter - this is your message to make everything brighter!!

Positive Mindset Keynote

The 5 Secret Keys To Success takes your audience on a journey to new possibilities with Ari Gunzburg's 'Unlock Your Greatness' signature keynote. Embrace resilience, redefine limits, and ignite change as you dive into a talk that inspires, challenges, and empowers. Interactive, funny, with a great takeaway. Available as keynote or workshop.

5 Keys - Signature Keynote

Ari was engaging, inspirational and informative. The feedback from staff was good, his keynote was extremely smooth, well-received and engaging. Loved working together, it was a smooth nd easy booking with constant communication.

A.G. - Estée Lauder

Brings a slightly different perspective to greatness, in how you define it. What makes greatness is different to each individual. Inspiring and thought provoking.

Cassandra Elliot - Pella Corporation

Ari should know how great of a job he is doing and how much his story resonates with anyone who had experienced struggle or hardships in life. He really knows how to keep information engaging and relevant to his audience!

Taija Ryan - Edsembli

I ask Ari to be part of our Sales Kick-off. I have a small team, less than 10, of seasoned professionals. I wanted a message that was not salesy but would talk to them as a person and how they can better themselves. Ari's message delivered on this. His delivery of his "key" points, mixed with a strong story line, while tying in my 2023 Goals and direction was fabulous. I would recommend Ari for any audience, large or small, young or seasoned, as he will deliver for you.

Mark Sondergaard - EnTelegent Solutions

Your presentation at our conference was fantastic and we are still talking about it!

I know the keys are incorporated into the presentation to engage the group. Even aside from the keys, I thought the engagement was perfect. Our small group created an intimacy that you embraced.

Thanks again for helping make our conference so great. I look forward to seeing you again.

Mary Ellen Miller - The Sparks Agency

Ari has a unique way of drawing his audience into his world and sharing his story making one believe to be a part of his experience. He is very engaging and charismatic.

I highly recommend him for any event!

Merlyn Pittman - Chest of Hope

Ari did a great job being the speaker for our business event. Would highly recommend.

Tony Di Fatta - Insight Connex

Absolutely amazing. Kept our attention the entire time. One of the best speakers I’ve ever seen. Very inspiring.

Melanie Nash - US Courts

Ari provided some personal stories, motivational content, and lots of team-building activities to help our team bond during a corporate retreat. It was a perfect combination of lecture & fun, with a light-hearted tone and easy delivery style.

Rhonda Fleischmann - Cadmium

Dallin Cooper is an award-winning humorist and storyteller that helps audiences challenge their assumptions to communicate more effectively and understand perspectives outside their own. Each program is custom-tailored to level up attendees' mindsets in leadership, sales, and performance.

Keynote Speaker | Communication, Conflict Resolution, Sales, High Performance

Dallin Cooper

“5 stars, 10/10! Extremely insightful and informative. Great demonstrations and valuable skill coaching.”

Preston Bottema - Meta

"He nailed it. His presentation was the perfect mix of humor and valuable lessons that we can all use in our daily lives. He engaged our audience and left them wishing his talk would continue longer than time allowed - a true sign of a quality speaker."

Josh Kramer - NDAREC

“This session was nothing short of amazing! Dallin was so informative, personable, genuine, and super entertaining!”

Andreia Crook - MGMA

Darryll Stinson is one of the most dynamic, vulnerable speakers of our time. A former Division 1 athlete, Darryll’s football career ended after a back injury led to depression and addiction. His turning point came in a psychiatric unit, where faith and mental health tools helped him rebuild his life from the inside out. Today, he’s a 2xTEDx speaker, bestselling author, and storytelling expert who empowers leaders to rise, recover, and lead with heart. Darryll’s work blends the grit of a high-performance athlete, the wisdom of a mental health advocate, and the soul of a servant leader. He’s inspired audiences at Amazon, MPI, and Dick’s Sporting Goods, and shared stages with icons like Magic Johnson, Seth Godin, and Eric Thomas. His keynotes leave people laughing, crying, and ready to change. Offstage, he’s a devoted husband, father of four (soon five), and a man committed to living and leading with purpose.

Empowering leaders to excel through sustainable high performance

Darryll Stinson

Talent has never been enough. The people who rise in today’s fast paced, tech-driven workplace are the ones who know how to outhink, outwork, and out-connect the complacent. In this keynote, Darryll equips leaders with the mindset, skillset, and relational tools to rise as high-impact contributors to their teams and organizations. Audiences will learn how to develop top-performer habits, solve higher level problems, and build internal and external networks that fuel collaboration, retention, and results.

Rising to Greatness: How to exceed your career and life goals

In today’s high pressure world, mental health is not a side conversation; it is a business imperative. Stress, anxiety, and burnout silently chip away at clarity, morale, and performance across every level of an organization. In this heartfelt and energizing keynote, Darryll Stinson unveils his proven Self CARE strategy to help leaders and teams reset, refuel, and rise with intention. Attendees will gain practical tools to process emotions, prevent decision fatigue, restore energy fast, and build stronger connections at work and at home. More than motivation, this experience equips people to perform at their best without sacrificing their well being.

Sustainable High Performance: How to bring your best when stress is high and morale is hard

Whether you’re in a season of amazing growth and expansion, or you’re (re)building at a slower pace, everyone desires to maximize the potential of their team without feeling like they have to “pull teeth” or engage in a bunch of semantics just to get people inspired to perform at their best. This engaging experience utilizes storytelling, music, interaction, reflection, discussion, and a giant rope to introduce participants to a three-step ownership process unlike anything you’ve heard before. 
Throughout this experience, participants will: 
Engage in several exercises designed to empower them to re-ignite their passion, increase their contribution, and more powerfully own the progress of the organization regardless of their role

Hold the Rope! Elevating Engagement and Ownership at Every Level

Effective communication is a valuable skill that should be continuously developed in various areas such as employee training, sales closing, email writing, social media posting, conducting successful meetings, and building closer relationships. But there's one aspect of communication that is often neglected, and that is the power of vulnerable storytelling. By sharing personal experiences, individuals can build stronger connections with their colleagues and clients, resulting in more leads, more revenue, and more impact. This interactive presentation will dive deep into the dynamics of vulnerability and storytelling so attendees are empowered to transform their life and business.

Vulnerability is the New Currency: How Vulnerable Storytelling Can Increase Connection, Sales & Impact

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape how we work, communicate, and innovate, leaders face a new challenge: balancing efficiency with authenticity. In this thought-provoking keynote, Darryll Stinson shows why human connection—not automation—will define the future of leadership. Drawing on his expertise in communication and storytelling, he equips audiences with practical strategies to integrate AI tools without losing the trust, empathy, and emotional resonance that drive real influence. Participants will walk away with a framework for using storytelling as a leadership asset, the four traits that make communication compelling in any era, and the confidence to lead with clarity, conviction, and connection in a high-tech world.

The Future is Human: Why Human Connection Will Define Leadership in the Age of AI

We serve the adventure travel community from all over the world. There were people from 50 countries at our conference. As you can probably imagine, it's hard to move a crowd that’s so wildly diverse in culture. Darryll did it! He did a phenomenal job. The crowd was moved, and I was moved personally. I cannot say enough good things about his role as a speaker and motivator.

Shannon Stowell - Adventure Travel Trade Association

Darryll exceeded expectations for our virtual event. You could feel his energy and passion through the screen, and you could tell he took the time to think specifically about our executives’ work challenges to give them practical steps they could take to reduce their stress, increase their performance and encourage their expression in the workplace.

Ashley Dowd - Amazon AWS

Darryll nailed it for our event. His featured session was one of the most attended and praised throughout our conference. He received a 5 of 5-star review from the attendee survey and had nothing but raving reviews. The only complaint we received is that some people wish they had more time with him!

Amanda Baghaei - Meeting Professionals International (MPI)

Darryll was one of the best speakers we’ve ever had! I recommended him to our CEO to get him booked at all of our events. He impacted my life personally, and the crowd loved him. He made us laugh. He made us cry. He made us different

Sara Bellefleur - ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions America

When we met Daryll, we knew instantly he was our man. He touched everybody with his speech and empowered us all with the exercises he walked us through. If you’re looking for the key person and speaker for your conference, then Darryll is that person for you!

Bernie Maier - DSM Firmenich

Musical Artist

Silas is a Nashville-based acoustic guitarist and artist known for his expressive finger style playing, percussive techniques, and unique instrumental arrangements. His music brings a modern, captivating approach to the acoustic guitar, creating an atmosphere that can be both elegant and engaging.

Performing at weddings, private events, and special occasions, offering live instrumental acoustic guitar for ceremonies, cocktail hours, receptions, dinners, and intimate gatherings. Working closely with clients to create a personalized musical experience, including arranging meaningful songs specifically for their event.

Alaskan Acoustic Guitarist that RIPS!

Silas

Corporate Event

Wedding

Public Event

Festival

Private Party

Justin de Graaf

Rashad Rayford is a keynote speaker, poet, and creator of the D.O.S.E. Framework who helps 
leaders and teams use the neuroscience of story to drive connection, culture, and performance.
Rashad Rayford is not a typical corporate speaker - and that's exactly why it works. Using the 
D.O.S.E. Framework - built around Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, and Endorphins - he delivers 
high-energy keynotes that give leaders and teams a science-backed, story-driven language for the things that actually move people.
His talks feel less like presentations and more like conversations your audience didn't know they needed.

Speaker, poet & creator of D.O.S.E. of Story™, helping teams connect, communicate & lead.

Rashad Rayford

"Rashad's style is unique, engaging, inspiring and informative...I highly recommend him."

Talent

Rob Lawless

Jack Stahlmann

Elle Benson

Neil Ihde

Christopher Carter

Courtney Lohmann

Ari Gunzburg

Dallin Cooper

Darryll Stinson

Silas

Rashad Rayford

Tiffany Napper

Michael King

Mike Oster

Genevieve Piturro

Sandy Hackett

Neen James

Tate Mayeux

Chris Clews

Jen Borrero

Larry Long Jr

Jenn Donahue

Soul Stuf

Fred "DeeJay Franchize" Grant