Your leaders may not be as influential as they think they are!  Stacey Hanke's highly interactive keynotes and seminars challenge leaders to stop believing how they feel when they communicate or their titles determine the level of influence they have on those they lead. These misperceptions prevent them from being heard, reaching a call to action and creating a reputation they're proud of Monday to Monday. Stacey helps individuals eliminate the static that plagues communicative delivery to

Joe Schmit is a 19-time Emmy-winning TV anchor and Minnesota Speakers Hall of Fame keynote speaker who helps leaders elevate their impact. Drawing on decades of broadcast experience, he equips leaders to communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose—so every interaction inspires action. With humor, real-world insights, and actionable strategies, Joe’s keynotes and programs turn managers into memorable, influential leaders who leave a lasting mark on their teams and organizations.

A three-time Super Bowl champion and five-time Pro Bowl selection, Darren Woodson is often recognized as one of the greatest players to wear a Dallas Cowboys uniform. A native of Phoenix, Woodson played football at Maryvale High School as a running back and linebacker. He attended Arizona State University, where he was a converted linebacker for the Sun Devils and earned his Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies. In the 1992 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys selected Woodson in the second-round (37th

Coach is the founder of the WIN ALL DAY movement, a performance coaching business committed to building WINNERS for life. But it didn’t start there. After throwing away his basketball opportunity, hitting rock bottom, over $400k in debt, suicidal and in the fight of his life to be a father Coach JC was able to create a new story for his life. He used that pain to fuel his purpose and what looked like a mess has become part of his success. It has been said that his story is one of the most inspiring,

On July 1, 2019 Jim Miller was named the Executive Director of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame/Dan Gable Museum in Waterloo IA. Jim was a Waterloo, Iowa native. He grew up as the youngest of six children. He went through the Waterloo Community Public Schools and then attended the University of Northern Iowa. As a College Athlete, Jim Miller was a 2X NCAA Champion for UNI in NCAA Division II, and also a 2X NCAA Division I All American. As a Coach, he had a 37 year career coaching the sport of

A baker since she could hold a measuring spoon, Christina combined her culinary skills with her management and marketing experience to create Creme Cupcake + Dessert, which expanded from a home-operated bakery to a commercial kitchen in less than a year. From a dozen cupcakes for a single order to 2,100 desserts for the Vice President of China, or 4000 for the Dam to Dam race, more and more people around the world are turning to Creme Cupcake and Dessert to find a way to satisfy their sweet

At 19, after experiencing flu-like symptoms, Amy was rushed to the hospital in a state of septic shock. En route, she experienced respiratory and multiple organ failure which caused her to lose circulation to her extremities. When she entered into the hospital she was given less than a 2% chance of survival, put on life support and placed into a coma. After multiple blood transfusions, and the removal of her ruptured spleen, doctors diagnosed Amy with Meningococcal Meningitis, a vaccine preventable

Ever wonder what it is like to hurdle down a mountain on two skis at speeds up to 70 MPH virtually blind, relying on verbal cues from your guide a few feet in front of you? This is what Danelle Umstead does every day. At the age of 13, Danelle was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa, a genetic eye condition where the retina progressively degenerates and eventually causes blindness. She has no central vision and is losing her peripheral vision. Currently, her spotted vision limits her sight to less

Former MLB Pitcher and Inspiration for Disney's hit movie "The Rookie" Jim Morris was a high school science teacher and coach in West Texas who miraculously made it to the Major Leagues at the age of 35. The infamous bet made with his baseball team led Morris to try out for the MLB Devil Rays. His incredible left-handed fast pitch reached 98mph and he was ultimately invited to join the Devil Rays organization, minor leagues. Morris spent only three months in the minors and made his major league

JIM CARROLL Leading Global Futurist, Trends and Innovation Expert Transforming Growth Organizations into High Velocity Innovation Heroes! Jim Carroll is one of the world's leading international futurists, trends and innovation experts, providing strategic guidance and insight to some of the most prestigious organizations in the world for over twenty years. He is recognized worldwide as a "thought leader" and authority on: global trends; rapid business model change; business transformation in a

Sarah is the textbook Type-A-corporate-ladder-climber who realized it's nearly impossible to exist in the professional world unscathed by the brushes of burnout. After 15 years working for the same company, starting as an intern and rising to Chief Marketing Officer, she saw burnout, disengagement, and lack of purpose as huge problems affecting not only herself but her colleagues as well. Just like being blonde and 5’1”, her identity was rooted in being busy. It was everything. She started to

In the noisy world that we live in, motivational and sales expert Steve Richman will help you find your own unique voice and identify what sets you apart from the competition. He’ll give you the confidence and tools you need to tackle that next big challenge. Steve draws on his success as a court-room litigation attorney, an account executive and business manager, negotiations and sales trainer, Six Sigma Black Belt, DJ and father. These unique work experiences help Steve

Dr. Seifried is Professor Emeritus of Economics and Business at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania.  He also serves as the Executive Consultant for the Sheshunoff CEO Affiliation Programs, and as the Chief Economist of the SWGSB Foundation. Dr. Seifried is the dean of the Virginia and West Virginia Banking Schools and currently is on the faculty of the Southwest Graduate School of Banking.  In addition, he has served on the faculty of numerous graduate banking schools over his

Minnesota born and resident of Las Vegas, Justin Flom is building a Magical Career. From touring with Country Superstars Florida Georgia Line and creating magic for other stars including Lady Antebellum, Super Bowl Coach Pete Carroll and the entire Seattle Seahawks team, John Legend, Nick Jonas, and Chrissy Teigen, Flom finds himself in front of as diverse an audience as any entertainer. Additional touring finds him at some of the nation's largest churches and colleges. He truly has the ability

As a frequent guest on Fox News Channel, CNN News Room, Anderson Cooper 360 and more; Chad Williams draws from his experience in military to provide a Navy SEAL's perspective on issues related to effective leadership, resilience, teamwork, overcoming adversity and motivation. Just days prior to entering SEAL training, Chad's resolve would be thoroughly tested when he turned on his television one morning to see the unexpected graphic video footage of his mentor and training partner, Navy SEAL Scott