List of Keynotes
Chief Inspiration Officer: How to Lead the Team Everyone Wants to Be On
What happens when a top performer becomes a leader, and everything falls apart? In this powerful keynote, Val Ries shares the moment her high-achieving team became the worst in the company—and the mindset shift that rebuilt it into one no one wanted to leave. Drawing from her bestselling book Chief Inspiration Officer, Val reveals a leadership framework born from real failure, hard-won insight, and transformational results. Leaders walk away with the tools to shift from managing to inspiring—and the clarity to build a team culture people compete to join
Inspire Yourself First Before Inspiring Others
Discover the revolutionary concept that exceptional leadership begins with self-inspiration in this transformative keynote based on the powerful CAVE™ formula. Learn how resilient leaders maintain their energy and enthusiasm even during challenges, creating a natural ripple effect of inspiration throughout their organization. Uncover the counterintuitive approaches that allow you to give more while feeling more fulfilled and prevent leadership burnout. Master the sustainable leadership practices that will transform your effectiveness as a leader and your personal satisfaction and well-being.
Create a Culture Everyone CRAVES™
Unlock the science of workplace motivation with the robust CRAVE™ framework that transforms ordinary environments into extraordinary ones where top talent flourishes. Discover the five universal drivers that fuel intrinsic motivation and engagement while creating a magnetic culture that naturally attracts and retains top performers. Learn practical strategies for implementing these principles in your unique organizational environment, with measurable employee satisfaction and performance results. Leave with a clear roadmap for becoming the kind of workplace professionals not only stay with but enthusiastically recommend to their talented friends and colleagues.
What Our Audiences are Saying:
"Val is relatable and models the concept of being a Chief Inspiration Officer."
"She’s been there and understands the challenges of leadership."
"Real-life strategies to become a well-rounded, approachable, compassionate & transparent leader."
Results you can expect:
Leaders feel energized and reignited.
Audiences are deeply inspired to elevate themselves.
Participants gain clarity on how to unlock the full potential of their teams.
Leaders are equipped with real-world tools they can use immediately.
"There are no elements of this message and program that aren't well worth it and incredibly valuable."
Which option is best for you and your team?
Downloadables
Speaker Packet
Transform your corporate culture into one where productivity and enjoyment coexist.
Speaker One-Sheet
Guide, encourage, and challenge team members while helping them build resilience and thrive under pressure.
Speaker Bio
Improve results by lowering attrition rates and increasing productivity.
Empower Leaders to Inspire, Engage, and Drive Lasting Success.
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