ETHICAL LEADERSHIP SPEAKING
I help leaders build profitable organizations through radical self-honesty.
Because ethical leadership isn't about what you say to stakeholders, it's about the truth you're willing to tell yourself first
WHAT'S THE PROBLEM?
THERE IS A GROWING NEED FOR CONFIDENT, ACCOUNTABLE LEADERS
Leaders who lack self-awareness stall team success by increasing stress and decreasing motivation.
EGO CAN BE MUCH MORE THAN A "PERSONAL" PROBLEM
Self-absorbed leadership often blocks sound decision-making.
WHAT ARE YOU HIRING ME TO DO?
I promote TRUST to help you get the most out of yourself and your people!
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TRUTH
ASSESSMENT
Rigorous self-examination to reduce impulsive decisions and earn higher confidence in any situation.
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RELATIONSHIP RECALIBRATION
Strengthen relationships among teams and stakeholders by aligning promises and delivery.
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UPSTREAM INVESTMENT
Retain your best people, reduce leader burnout, and manage crises more productively through proactive leader development.
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STRATEGIC CONGRUENCE
Increase revenue and decrease reputational risk by ensuring your strategy, communications, and operations reflect leader integrity.
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TRANSFORMATIONAL OUTCOMES
Build a culture of ethics and self-awareness to create employee buy-in and make your bottom line smile.
Audiences I've Helped
(Student and Professional Leaders)
LEAD BY LEADING YOU
TRANSFORMING SELF-AWARENESS INTO YOUR STRATEGIC ADVANTAGE
The most transformative leadership begins with getting brutally honest about your own narrative.
That's my story as a leader who struggled with undiagnosed ADHD. Through it all, I leaned into my intellectual curiosity, invested in my professional development, and kept myself aligned with the big picture to benefit both myself and the organization.
What your teams will walk away with:
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Why self-awareness is more than a competitive advantage; it's the first commandment of leadership.
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The mindset to build a personal brand that will gain their leaders' confidence.
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How personal growth and development lead to meeting business goals faster.
TRUST Applications: Truth Assessment, Relationship Calibration, Transformational Outcomes
THE STURDY BRIDGE
CONNECTING MANAGER EXPECTATIONS AND TEAM TRUST
Leadership doesn't happen in a vacuum. Every leader needs their team so that they can meet their goals. At the same time, teams that trust their leaders in order to perform at a high level.
Quality communication sparks team collaboration. Successful teams are the foundation for organizational success.
This talk will help your leaders and their teams understand:
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The team leader as the culture creator.
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"Follower power" as the culture contributor.
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The team leader and the team's connection as engines for performance and advancement that makes everyone look good.
TRUST Applications: Trust Assessment, Relationship Recalibration, Upstream Investment, Transformational Outcomes
FROM CRISIS TO CATALYST
THE SECRET MEETING THAT SAVED A UNIVERSITY
This is the story of my greatest PR challenge...and victory--when strategic communications met ethical leadership. In 2011, my then-employer was on the verge of possible closure due to a legislative bill.
But a secret meeting that I hosted with a nonpartisan organization changed everything for the better.
You and your leaders will learn:
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Why your organization's reputation is about more than the entity; it's about every employee's future.
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How to maintain the confidence of your stakeholders.
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The art of strategic risk-taking during an existential threat.
TRUST Applications: Upstream Investment, Strategic Congruence, Transformational Outcomes
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Keynote Addresses
This is a special time for your audience. Let me inspire your audience through stories about:
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Why leadership development must change
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Reinvention through job loss and an ADHD diagnosis at 53 years old
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Lessons learned through several career pivots
Master of Ceremonies
Your event will run according to your schedule while I engage your audience with the appropriate tone and message.
Panel Discussion Moderating
Your audience will get the most out of your panel through thoughtful engagement. I am also happy to help coordinate the panelists and pre-event meetings.
Check out my ratings and reviews!
Close the gap between leadership and the members of your student organization. This session reframes how students understand their impact in their organizations or fraternity or sorority chapters, whether they hold a title or not.
Drawing on leadership theory and team development frameworks, participants will explore:
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The leader-follower dynamic. Examine what followers contribute to team success and how different leadership approaches shape member engagement.
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Five follower types. Learn the diverse roles people play, from self-starters and active participants to reserved members and resisters. Understand how each type influences team culture.
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Group dynamics in action. Apply the "Gumbo Theory" to see how diverse personalities blend, manage conflict, and move through the stages of team formation and maintenance.
Students will be left with practical insights to strengthen their organizations from any position!
Being part of a Divine Nine fraternity or sorority gives its members an incredible platform to lead, but letters don't automatically convert into effective leadership.
This culturally relevant program combines personal stories and leadership research to reveal the blueprint for leading with intention and creating a lasting impact to honor Divine Nine members' legacy of leadership and change.
Backed by a combination of real-world experience and academic theory, here's what participants will learn.
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The research-backed definition of leadership and how it can be applied to the culture of the Divine Nine.
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Why self-awareness is the "leadership first commandment" and how it should be applied to D9 membership.
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How to collaborate more effectively as links in a chain within chapters or across NPHC chapters using the Five Follower Types model and Eddie Francis's "Gumbo Theory."
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This presentation empowers students to develop essential leadership skills through purposeful giving and community engagement. Students discover how their time, talent, and resources can create meaningful change.
What Students Will Learn:
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Building a Philanthropic Foundation. Students explore philanthropy beyond writing checks. They identify causes that resonate with their values, understand their unique capacity to contribute, and take concrete first steps toward making an impact.
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Leadership Skills in Action. Students learn what it means to develop critical leadership competencies, including strategic communication, cross-functional collaboration, creative problem-solving, and innovative thinking.
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Strategic Impact and Sustainability. Students gain practical frameworks for maximizing their philanthropic efforts by learning to assess community needs, identify and leverage available resources, design sustainable solutions, and measure the effectiveness of their initiatives to ensure lasting change.
Give 'Til It's Built transforms philanthropy from an abstract concept into a powerful leadership laboratory where students build skills while building a better world.
Inspire your students to become transformative leaders by mastering the most critical leadership skill--self-awareness. This dynamic presentation equips students with practical tools to deepen their sense of personal leadership to maximize their impact on campus and beyond.
Students will discover:
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The Power of Self-Awareness. Why understanding their strengths, weaknesses, values, and biases forms the foundation of authentic leadership that creates real change.
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Five Critical Leadership Obstacles. The presentation identifies the universal challenges every leader faces and shares proven strategies to overcome them with confidence and resilience.
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Building High-Performance Teams. Students learn practical techniques for fostering meaningful relationships and earning the genuine buy-in to drive thriving student organizations.
This presentation ignites a passion for personal growth while giving students the frameworks they need to lead with purpose, authenticity, and lasting impact.
Students gain the competitive edge they need to launch successful careers. Drawing on experience partnering with over 300 hiring managers across multiple industries and recruiting talent from entry-level to executive roles, this presentation reveals what truly matters in today's job market.
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Decoding Employer Expectations. Students learn to identify and develop the core competencies and leadership qualities that hiring managers actively seek, giving them time to cultivate these skills before graduation.
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Crafting Resumes That Command Attention. With insights gained from reviewing up to 200 resumes weekly, this session breaks down the specific elements that capture recruiter interest while debunking persistent resume misconceptions that hold candidates back.
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Developing a Compelling Personal Brand. This segment guides students in defining and articulating their unique value proposition by showing them how to connect their authentic strengths, skills, and aspirations into a compelling professional narrative.
The presentation concludes with dedicated time for student questions and expert insights.