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I'm Founder of Advanced Competitive Strategies, Inc., where I conduct business war games for Fortune 500 companies around the world, helping them add billions to their bottom lines. I also taught strategy at the University of Portland. I've published books, chapters for other people's books, and numerous articles (including 13 for Harvard Business Review) on competitive strategy, strategic thinking, and life/career. I've delivered interactive, unconventional workshops on strategy, strategic thinking, and life/career, from one hour to three days, at companies, universities, and conferences on six continents. Most of all, best of all, I love public speaking. I'm 100% in, and my audiences see it and feel it. I bring passion and excellence, and at the end of my talks my audiences have big smiles and deep thoughts.
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As a speaker, small business coach/mentor, franchise business consultant, serial entrepreneur, and business exit strategist¸ Dr. Lee Thomas, The Business Doctor, has successfully owned, managed, and sold 15 businesses in 11 different industries during a career spanning more than four decades by mastering the power of self-leverage. Along the way, he identified 45 proven business principles that guarantee any company’s growth when supported with appropriate techniques and measurements. A highly recommended business coach, Lee helps leaders master the game of business with players, strategies, rules, boundaries, basic principles, and measurements. Through his insights, varied experiences, and wealth of expertise, companies develop the right game plan, attract the right players, and make the right game decisions. He shares his successful strategies and techniques in events, workshops, and one-on-one coaching and mentoring to collaborate and implement positive career and business changes. Thomas is the author of Adventures of a Serial Entrepreneur and Lessons Learned and The Five Habits of Highly Successful Business People, and he belongs to the National Speakers Association, Denver Chapter.
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Women-owned business are one of the fastest growing segments of the small business economy, giving more women access to freedom, to the capacity to create wealth and to the ability to impact our communities. The problem is that when businesses grow, the list of what needs fixing grows too. It can be hard to know which things need focus first. Sending most business owners into a pattern of reactive decision-making that erodes their spirits and their profits. That’s where Leslie comes in; helping women get a clear-eyed view of the moving parts in their company from 30,000 feet and prioritize what needs to get done - and when. So they can get back into action more effectively and calmly than ever before. If you’re ready for your audiences to be empowered and effective, book Leslie today. ***“Leslie made it so easy to work with her for this event. Whatever we needed from her, she provided promptly and in a professional manner. She delivered a wonderful presentation for our members and prospective members that made our chamber look great! We received great feedback from our audience whose only wish was to have more time to learn from Leslie. I highly recommend booking Leslie!” Catherine Riggle, Women’s Division, Plano Chamber of Commerce *** Leslie Hassler is a popular author and speaker who spends much of her time coaching business owners on how to run their growing businesses by their rules. Delivering high touch, personalized service, Leslie works with her clients as a partner, not just a consultant (who would pop in, tell you what to do, then leave) Leslie teaches her clients a structured way to decide what to do first, second, next -- and never – in their businesses, so that they can learn to do it for themselves. Leslie lives in Dallas with her husband and two kids, so she knows it’s not just about growing the business – it’s about getting the business ship shape so it grows and you can be home in time for dinner. ***“I’ve had the opportunity to hear Leslie speak on 3 different occasions and every time I hear her, I get a new idea. But mostly, I am inspired by the fact she walks her talk and as an entrepreneur, that’s one of the most important things we do. So don’t miss an opportunity to learn from Leslie.” - Barbara, author of The Paper Tiger*** Just a few of my speaking clients: eWomen Network, The Plano Chamber, Cox Media Group Atlanta, The Texas Court Reporters Association, Hidden Values Publications, Plaid for Women No Mean Girls Conference, National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), Women’s Business Council Southwest, SCORE, and Grapevine Chamber. Resources available include tools, The "First This Then That" book
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After studying Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Communication Theory, and Semiotic Wolfgang Wolf has had a successful career specializing in creative and marketing roles, working for some prestigious advertising agencies, co-founding Ogilvy & Mather Direct in Auckland, and, after some freelance work in Los Angeles, USA, setting up his own agency in Auckland, NZ. Unfortunately this closed when he had a major stroke in 1990. While he recovered from this Stroke he wrote the book “I’m not Stupid, Just Disabled”. A newly edited version of it was published on Amazon under the title "How to Survive after a Stroke". He then went on to study Social Practice, completed a Bachelor degree in Counselling, and a Diploma in Community Development. While studying Wolfgang founded the registered charity "Computers Against Isolation", which buys ex-lease computers, and gives them (for free) to people who are disabled throughout New Zealand. Experience has taught him that contact to the outside world is a major problem for many disabled people. Now Wolfgang works as a professional speaker and trainer. He is a regular guest speaker at Unitec in Auckland, talking to Bachelor of Nursing, and Bachelor of Social Practice students on Communication Theory, Social Science, Rehabilitation, and Disability. He also presents to various community organisations and at conferences. He is a counsellor/mentor for people who have had some trauma in their life (http://wolfgangwolfthestrokementor.weebly.com), and chairman of the charity “Computers Against Isolation" (www.computersagainstisolation.com). Apart from this he also writes a blog about disability, rehabilitation, adversity, and getting on with life (http://theglassishalffull.weebly.com), which are also subjects in many of his talks in which he shows people how a different outlook on life can make you happier.
$1,501 - $5,000
Almost everyone faces tough financial decisions, and many don’t know where to turn for the right solutions. Paul Luchau helps all types of people gain financial security and independence, peace of mind, quality of life, and lifestyle security. Paul wants his clients to hear the truth about money. As a financial professional, Paul enjoys showing clients how to actually have the retirement they dream of, but thought was out of reach. Paul also writes a weekly blog that provides solid financial advice for families, baby boomers, business owners, college planners, and young professionals. As a speaker and financial advisor with 30 years’ experience, Paul brings real-life examples and his humanness, in addition to humor, likability, and calm demeanor. Through the years, he has acquired vast resources and education to convey to his listeners and clients. In his spare time, Paul can be found on the golf course or traveling. He enjoys spending time with his kids and road trips.
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Founder of The Prosperity Trait® | Licensed IP Platform for Scalable Human Performance & Measurable Business Outcomes Dr. Stephen Long is the founder of Long Training+Research and the creator of The Prosperity Trait®, a proprietary psychological model that identifies and develops the human attribute responsible for value creation. At the core of his intellectual property is the Prosperity Trait Index© (PTi)—a psychometric instrument that quantifies the behaviors and executive functions that drive leadership, productivity, and organizational performance. His IP platform powers a suite of training programs, certification tracks, and advisory systems designed to scale leadership development across industries. Dr. Long transformed executive coaching from a human performance practice into a repeatable, scalable system—anchored in psychometrics, grounded in behavioral science, and proven to drive enterprise performance. Licensed by consultants and adopted by organizations, Dr. Long’s work delivers measurable improvements across eight key business outcomes—from culture to strategy execution. His research-backed tools enable companies to hardwire human performance into business strategy—creating sustainable value through their people.
More than $10,000
"Merchants throughout the United States are losing approximately $190 billion a year in fraud, banks lose $11 billion and other firms lose about 4.8 billion. These losses are scary, and present a deep systemic problem.” – Forbes Magazine As a business owner there is nothing that keeps you up at night more than realizing the very people you trusted to help build and grow your company are possibly the ones robbing you blind. It may be happening… it may not be… how are you to even know… but if it is, how much could you be losing? This is where Steve Dawson and Dawson Forensic Group can help. His expertise and real-life, in-the-trenches experiences are invaluable to helping setup and maintain a robust anti-fraud and internal control system that protects the profits of companies just like yours. For over 30 years, Dawson has performed forensic investigations and provided forensic services to a wide variety of public, private businesses / corporations, small “mom and pop” businesses, non-profit organizations, and federal and state government agencies. In a recent interview, Steve was asked “what is the largest challenge that business owners face in regards to taking care of and dealing with this systemic problem of fraud?" His answer… ”We must have a dramatic mind shift to accept that fraud protection is a major need for every business, regardless of size, sales and people. A Fraud Protection Program and Internal Controls must be established and in place before the theft occurs.” He is passionate about helping businesses understand that only 4.5% of fraud/theft is greed-based, while 95% is need-based. If systems are put in place to identify/eliminate need-based theft opportunities, the fraud is less likely to occur. Through his keynote (one-hour) presentations, workshops, group seminars and one-on-one private consultations, Steve educates his audiences on the value of building and implementing a fraud prevention, detection, and education/training program specific to their company needs. Using a good dose of humor and real life stories, he trains and mentors business professionals on a variety of topics including forensic auditing, litigation support, accounting records reconstruction, internal control design, and anti-fraud training. He is a sought after keynote speaker / trainer and is devoted to the unique needs of the small business community. Steve’s mission is to help protect business owners protect themselves, their employees, and their profits. His company is dedicated to ”Educating and training small businesses in how to set up and implement anti-fraud programs designed to prevent and/or detect internal occupational fraud.”
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Is a successful brand the result of powerful marketing, innovation, timeliness, or even product development? When the economy dives, what keeps a good brand going strong? What’s the real secret to brand development growth and longevity? With over two and a half decades of strategic communication, marketing, and internal brand development, Suzanne’s inside-out brand-building strategy creates the clarity and actions necessary for her clients to drive consistency, distinction, and engagement long-term. Because her approach is radically different, she is paving the way companies elevate their brand position and actually reduce marketing costs while growing marketshare. Branding businesses with employees, or solo-professionals, emerging leaders, consultants, speakers, or sales agents, her Brand DNA methodology is the missing piece to brand success. She co-founded The Global Institute for Inspiration in 2011 and helped create the ‘Most Inspiring Companies Report’ now published by Forbes.com. As an international speaker and certified trainer she thrives in front of live audiences and in virtual environments such as Microsoft Live Meeting, SBTV.com, VoiceAmerica.com, and SmallBizAmerica.com among others. Her delivery is highly experiential, engaging and fun. As author of her most recent book; "Personal Brand Clarity; Identify, Define, & Align to What You Want to Be Known For," and "The 6 Myths of Small Business Branding" e-book and co-author of "Brand DNA; Uncover Your Organization’s Genetic Code to Competitive Advantage," also published in China, she is helping to pave the transformational highway to grow by conscious, strategic design, not by default!
$1,501 - $5,000
Wade Younger, CSP recognized as one of the foremost authorities on organizational development, has made organizational wellness his life’s work. He has been writing, teaching, lecturing, and consulting since the early 90’s and is known for his approaches to difficult leadership issues. Younger founded Fruition Consulting, Inc., in 1990, to focus exclusively on organizational issues. Younger’s vision of a healthy, high performance organization is embodied in the company-within-an organization archetype, where every department, indeed every small group, views itself as an entrepreneurial business. Everyone is clearly focused on producing their products and services, and they view peers as customers and suppliers. While authoring over 35 books on personal and organizational leadership, Wade consults on building and managing work relationships that encourage peak performance, reduce stress, turnover, and support the achievement of personal and organizational goals. This experience is put to good use as a corporate speaker in the public and private industry sector. His audiences range from executives to volunteers, from upper management to front line people. His infectious enthusiasm, big smile, and candor are his trademarks. When combined with his education, experience, and relentless preparation, the result is truly a great presentation. Wade is also used these capabilities as an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte, and is a member of the Board of Advisory at Central Piedmont Community College. He challenges and teaches audiences of over 10,500 individuals to transform potential into peak performance. Customized to address your specific needs, Wade’s workshops and keynotes are packed with powerful ideas and proven techniques that can be used to increase productivity, improve work environments, and achieve your goals.
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I teach professionals who want to feel confident on stage, be seen and perceived in an authentic and magnetic way, and who want to share their message with impact. I work with a practical, highly effective method that delivers solid results for 100% of the people that do the pratices. You learn how you can make contact with your client and audience in an authentic and effective way, how to speak with more impact and how you can increase your ‘know-like-trustfactor’. From self-consciousness to self-confidence, on any stage!
$251 - $1,500
Darwin S. Kenney is the proud owner of Diversity Consultants Inc., a consulting firm specializing in high energy, transformational, corporate and youth empowerment seminars and engagements and spectacular keynote addresses! Utilizing DHB & Associates for bookings, Diversity Consultants' offers professional empowerment seminars such as; diversity in the workplace, the scope of sexual/gender harassment, effective time management, ethical practice in organizations, updates in customer service, as well as other topics relevant to today's workplace. For the last ten years our keynotes, empowerment seminars and talks have effected positive transformation in public and private sector businesses, organizations, governmental agencies, and educational and health facilities, reflective of our commitment to excellence. Darwin Kenney also offers youth speaking engagements and mentoring programs to assist youth in life skills including; pre-employment training, how to break negative social cycles, response to bullying, and development of personal growth plans (PGPs) which affirm positive lifestyles. Mr. Kenny's personal story blended with his high energy presentation style empowers millennial youth while teaching them how to live empowered and successful lives! Mr. Kenney's engaging life story is interwoven into his presentations and compels audiences to reflect and become empowered. From the executive office to the classroom, Darwin Kenney , the face of Diversity 7, transforms lives!
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Gabriella is a 20'something who's heart is passionate about seeing young people understand there true call and identity. She is number seven of eight children. Gabriella is one of four adopted children in her family. Growing up her parents were apart of many ministries and had the privilege of being raised in a Christian home. She attended masters commissions only film and media school. For the last three years, she has had the privilege of leading a leadership camp in Michigan. Interned for one of the leading pro-life ministries in the United States. She currently is living in Nashville, TN working with a Small group of artists. Through it all, she has had the privilege of mentoring and leading young women. Who have taught her to become a better leader, sister, and daughter.
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