Ryan Leak Speaker Biography
Workplace Culture Expert Inspiring Workplace Cultures Rooted in Values, Passion and Risk-Taking
What has fear ultimately cost you, your team, your organization? In times of challenge and great uncertainty it’s easy to feel paralyzed by fear, but what if you could stand in the face of fear and know that these are the exact moments in life where you can rise to be your best self? These are the real and deeply human conversations that leadership expert Ryan Leak is addressing with global C-Suite audiences in Fortune 500s, All-Stars in the NBA and over 50,000 people that he reaches monthly through his keynotes.
Leadership Development Speaker
Ryan Leak is a dynamic speaker, best-selling author, and strategic advisor renowned for his ability to inspire and transform individuals and organizations. As the CEO of a leadership development firm based in Dallas, Ryan and his team train over 30,000 leaders annually — from Fortune 500 companies to professional sports teams. His unique talent for turning setbacks into opportunities, emphasizing the importance of resilience and the value of learning from failure, makes his teachings impactful and actionable with a splash of humor.
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Ryan’s passion is helping leaders push past autopilot and level up in their lives and careers. He spreads this empowering message through coaching, speaking, and leveraging the power of video to reach thousands through his online platforms. He is the author of the USA Today bestselling book Chasing Failure, the Wall Street Journal bestselling book Leveling Up, and his latest work, How to Work with Complicated People. His work has been featured in numerous media outlets, including Good Morning America and The Today Show.
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With an engaging personality and a deep understanding of human dynamics, Ryan continues to motivate and equip people to overcome challenges and succeed in their endeavors. He is also widely known for planning a viral proposal and wedding on the same day.
Most importantly, Ryan is married to his best friend Amanda and is the proud assistant coach for his son’s basketball team. Whether through his powerful keynote speeches, best-selling books, or social media presence, Ryan Leak inspires over 50,000 individuals every month to chase their dreams and achieve their full potential.
Ryan Leak Speaking Topics
Leveling Up - Mastering Personal and Professional Growth
Unlock the secrets to continuous improvement with insights from Ryan's bestseller Leveling Up. This keynote is designed for those striving to reach new heights in their careers and personal lives. Ryan provides a roadmap for self-development, highlighting the importance of mindset, discipline, and perseverance. Attendees will leave equipped with tangible tools to set and achieve ambitious goals, making this session ideal for leadership training, employee development programs, and high-performance teams.
Chasing Failure - Embracing Resilience and Innovation
In a world where fear of failure holds many back, Ryan Leak turns the narrative on its head. Based on his groundbreaking book Chasing Failure, this keynote encourages audiences to see failure as a stepping stone to success. Ryan shares his own journey, packed with real-life stories and practical strategies, inspiring your team to take calculated risks, innovate fearlessly, and build resilience. Perfect for organizations aiming to foster a culture of creativity and courage.
How to Work with Complicated People - Strategies for Effective Collaboration
Navigating the complexities of workplace relationships is a critical skill in today's interconnected world. In this engaging keynote, Ryan Leak delves into his latest book How to Work with Complicated People, offering strategies for effective collaboration with (nearly) anyone. Through humorous anecdotes and insightful research, Ryan helps audiences understand different personalities, manage conflicts, and build cohesive teams. This session is a must for organizations looking to enhance teamwork, communication, and overall workplace harmony.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are more important now than ever before. And here’s why: Only 50% of the U.S. population under the age of 18 is caucasian. The data tells us by 2045, that will be the case for all ages. The future of your organization is a lot more diverse whether you prefer it that way or not. In light of your future customer base and your human resources, diversity, equity, and inclusion are conversations you desperately need to have a great understanding of. It can’t be something that’s simply on paper. It can’t be something of just hiring more people of color. It’s one thing to give a person of color a job. It’s another thing to give them a voice of influence at a decision-making table.
Ryan Leak Books
Leveling Up: 12 Questions to Elevate Your Personal and Professional Development
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Chasing Failure: How Falling Short Sets You Up for Success
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Ryan Leak Speaker Testimonials
I've been iin the financial services industry for over two decades and what I saw Ryan do at our Regional Meeting in front of 4,000+ of my colleagues was one of the best keynotes I've experienced in 20 years. How he could weave in humor, storytelling, and practical content in just 30 minutes was nothing short of sensational.
- Wise Financial Northwestern Mutual |
Ryan Leak is a true pro. He didn't just come in and do his thing. His mindset was to come alongside us and help us do our thing. He worked with us beforehand to customize a session that would be best for our women who are preparing for the next level in their organization. Ryan's energy is contagious, which is important to the experiences we create for our leaders.
- Signature Leaders and Network |
WOW!!! What a phenomenal Keynote delivered by Ryan Leak. So many attendees have reached out saying it was the highlight of the conference. What stood out to me about Ryan was his level of authenticity and professionalism on the stage and off of it. Being a former NFL player, I can recognize people who are genuinely dedicated to being elite at their craft. When I met Ryan after his keynote, I knew I was talking to a pro who had indeed put in the time to create the keynote we.
- ALG Vacations |
Our business resource group had the pleasure of having Ryan facilitate an enneagram workshop for our organization. Ryan was knowledgeable, informative, and able to captivate our audience with both learning and life skills for self-awareness and career development. We had over 90% of participants report increased learning and knowledge and numerous people ask for Ryan to come back for workshops for their departments.
- Ashleigh Hargrave,Senior Diversity, Inclusion and Health Equity Practitioner |
