Speaker Personal Leadership

“In the close to four years I have been here Mike’s presentation was widely recognized as the best by far. He spoke for 75 minutes …no notes… no overheads…. No podium…right out front. His Q/A was outstanding… our managers appreciated that we brought in someone that good. He does not try to impress people with any gimmicks or trendy expressions. I will call on him again and trust him with our most valuable asset…our people.”

“Mike was so fabulous – not a dry eye in the audience. He made us look good, but more importantly, he inspired our leaders to be their best and get better – even if by just 1% a day. We will definitely want to work with him again in the future.”

"With her very personal and authentic keynote, Caroline inspired and engaged with our global HR community. Her personal experiences gave us extraordinary insights into what inclusive leadership and listening to others really means.”

"It was a privilege to have Caroline join us as a keynote speaker at our annual Risk Advisory kick-off. Her insights on diversity and inclusion as well the importance of having the courage to be one’s true self served as a genuine inspiration to all attendees. Her thorough preparation and willingness to understand our department’s values and future ambitions ensured a tailored experience. Her expertise , unique point of view, passion and ability to connect with the audience make her a standout speaker and we will welcome her back anytime.”

"Carlo's story at the ONE Conference was a strong reminder that real leadership is shaped by experience. He shared his scars not to impress, but to teach. My key takeaway: when distortion and pressure overshadow people, our soft skills and stories forge trust and empathy, the very things that unite teams and drive meaningful action."

"Carlo’s session at the ONE Conference was one of the most inspiring talks I’ve attended. In a field defined by complexity and competing perspectives, he brings clarity and connection that help leaders build trust and lasting impact."

"Carlo’s keynote for our Aurora Executive Day with 570 leaders was a highlight. With technical depth and instinct for people, he showed how trust, influence and storytelling turn complexity into action, sparking energy and practical change."

James delivered a compelling presentation about habit change and personal productivity that will influence how our students stretch themselves to pursue new opportunities. His work is clear and actionable in a way that breaks down some of the most challenging barriers that we all have to overcome. I would highly recommend James to any organization seeking to accomplish great things!

I am thrilled we were able to bring James’ content (and his book!) to our people of ESPN.  The numbers we had today for this event have been the highest we’ve seen for a keynote speaker since we went 100% virtual! The amount of texts, emails and DM’s I got were unbelievable. The attendees absolutely loved the content!

"His messages resonated deeply with the team—both those present in the room and those joining online. Francesco managed to keep everyone engaged and captivated throughout the session, blending insight with energy in a way that sparked meaningful discussion and reflection. The preparation upfront also helped sharpen and adapt some of the messages based on the audience and our own challenges. I really appreciated how Francesco listen to our challenges and integrated then in a very natural way in his speech.

We greatly appreciate your guidance in orienting us towards Francesco. It made a real difference, and the feedback from the team has been overwhelmingly enthusiastic."

"We've contacted Martine for an hour keynote lecture on animal wisdom, where we've explained upfront the mission, vision and strategy of our own company. She managed to find the perfect balance between fun, inspiration and the link to our business. She wove in some of the key points of the day and did this with an amazing energy and enthusiasm. We've sent out a survey to all of our employers after the talk and they rated her an overal of 9.1 on 10. Honestly, it couldn't have been more perfect. A big big thanks to Martine!!"

"We, NIBC Bank’s Risk, Legal and Compliance departments, enjoyed an absolutely inspirational lecture by Martine Van Zijll Langhout during our annual off-site. She taught us about learning from wildlife and provided reflection on teamwork, leadership and highlighted the importance of diversity. But also, just as in nature – the importance of embracing elderly people as they have the knowledge and experience. In fact, we often behave like animals and move around in the ‘office jungle’ where we - just as animals do - are weighing and managing risks every day. To conclude, there is a lot that we can learn from wildlife, not only in our professional but also in our private lives. Many thanks Martine Van Zijll Langhout for your fantastic speech and inspiring us during our great off-site."