Most organizations don’t have a leadership problem. They have a people strategy problem. That’s where Ed comes in.
With over two decades of experience transforming leadership teams across industries—from banking to manufacturing to healthcare—Ed delivers keynotes that are actionable, engaging, and grounded in real-world business outcomes. He doesn’t just inspire. He helps audiences rethink how they attract, grow, and retain top talent—and walk away ready to perform.
Audience: Mid-level to senior leaders who need to inspire followership and drive culture.
In this highly interactive keynote, Ed explores the four leadership “ingredients” that drive meaningful results: Service, Authenticity, Listening, and Trust.
Attendees leave with a practical framework for influencing others, strengthening accountability, and showing up as leaders people actually want to follow.
Audience: Executives, HR leaders, and business owners facing retention and growth challenges
We’re no longer in the Information Age—we’re in the Experience Age. Today’s workforce wants more than a paycheck; they want purpose, growth, and impact. This keynote challenges outdated “churn and burn” people strategies and shows leaders how to build organizations that are talent magnets.
Audience: Emerging and established leaders who want to sharpen their leadership edge
Good leadership changes everything—from results to retention to morale. In this candid and interactive session, Ed shares high-impact leadership “gold nuggets” that can be applied immediately. Whether you’re navigating tough decisions or trying to inspire a team, this talk will challenge and energize you.
Audience: Leaders, managers, and anyone who wants to grow their leadership presence and impact
Influence isn’t about your title—it’s about your impact. In this energizing keynote, Ed reveals the practical principles of influence that work across every area of life and business. Attendees walk away with tools to lead more effectively, build better relationships, and create cultures of loyalty and growth.
Ed captivates audiences with his remarkable ability to transform complex topics like diversity and leadership into accessible, engaging experiences. He connects deeply with participants through interactive sessions that spark self-reflection and fresh thinking, with attendees consistently describing his talks as “eye-opening” and “fun” while still meaningful. His tailored approach demonstrates that he “knows our business,” providing leaders with actionable strategies that foster employee trust and empowerment in today’s challenging talent market.
Participants leave Ed’s presentations feeling genuinely “connected” and equipped with “good action plans” they can implement immediately in their workplaces. His contemporary insights help organizations build stronger employment brands while his personal touch—like acknowledging attendees by name—creates an atmosphere where everyone feels valued and inspired. Ed’s expertise transforms how leaders view their impact, reinforcing that “the success of my team starts with me” and turning attendees into “inspired influencers” ready to create positive change.
