Speaking

Passion Rooted in Performance

Fifteen years inside the chair your audience is sitting in. So the keynote isn't a theory talk. It's a working session, just in a bigger room.

The library

The Speaking Library

Three talks ready to book today. Each one drawn from a specific seat.

Branding. The most-requested talk I run.

The most-requested talk I run.

Great brands are built on emotion. That emotional connection draws consumers and keeps them loyal despite competition. Learn from real-world experiences how to build a brand identity that stands out from the pack, and be a spotted zebra. The session uncovers emotional connections and defines an irresistible voice for your perfect customer.

Sales. The evolution of the modern buyer.

The evolution of the modern buyer.

I lead audiences through the evolution of buyers and the essential strategies modern sales professionals need to employ. We work through evolving buyer behavior and how today's salespeople are turning into trusted advisors, redefining the future of successful selling.

StoryBrand. Strategic storytelling for marketing that converts.

Strategic storytelling for marketing that converts.

I walk audiences through the StoryBrand Framework, where storytelling meets strategic marketing. We explore how this methodology reshapes messaging, captures audience attention, and produces real results.

For the event organizer

The logistics.

Where I Speak

  • Greater Des Moines Partnership and surrounding chambers of commerce
  • Iowa industry associations (home services, IT, healthcare, manufacturing, construction)
  • Regional peer groups (Vistage, EO, YPO, Entrepreneurs' Organization)
  • University entrepreneurship centers and SBDC events
  • Trade-adjacent conferences in the industries my portfolio has touched
  • Podcast appearances tied to each talk's theme

Speaking Fees

Speaking fees vary based on the audience, format, and venue. Many engagements, especially with chambers, peer groups, and industry associations, are offered at no cost when there's strong audience-fit alignment with founder-led companies.

For paid keynotes and corporate engagements, fees are quoted after a brief conversation about goals, audience, and format.

Inquire about a speaking engagement

Tell me about your event.

I read every one of these. You'll hear back inside 48 hours, even if it's a no.

48-hour response. Fit read or honest decline.