Cut Through the AI Hype—Real Implementation for Real Results
Book Me for Your Next Event
Your team is drowning in AI noise. Every AI software vendor promises transformation. Every consultant sells theory. Your audience needs someone who can separate fact from fiction and show them exactly what to do Monday morning.
Most AI experts have never run a company. Most business leaders have never implemented AI at scale. I’ve done both.
For over forty years, I’ve spoken to audiences ranging from branches of the military to major industry conferences—not as a theorist, but as someone who’s led organizations through massive transformation.
As CEO of Thomas Nelson Publishers (a company I led when it was publicly traded on the NYSE, with $250 million in revenue and over seven hundred employees), I navigated digital disruption, the social media revolution, and the Great Recession—including the pressure of shareholder scrutiny, Wall Street analysts, and quarterly earnings calls. I know what it takes to lead through change when the stakes are real.
Now, as AI reshapes every industry, I’m doing it again—not just studying the transformation, but living it. I’ve spent the past two years implementing AI across my own companies, throughout my teams, and with my private clients. I’ve cut content production time by 60% while improving quality, saved hundreds of hours per month across multiple organizations, and built proprietary AI systems that deliver measurable results—not in theory, but in actual businesses facing real-world constraints.
When I speak, you’re not getting theory. You’re getting frameworks tested in the field, mistakes I’ve already made so your team doesn’t have to, and a roadmap for implementing AI without sacrificing what makes your organization human.
What Makes Me Different
I’ve led organizations through disruption before. I know the difference between what sounds good in a presentation and what actually works when you’re responsible for revenue, team morale, and quarterly results.
Executive Perspective, Not Consultant Theory
This isn’t a talk about “what AI might do someday.” I’m implementing these strategies right now—in my own businesses, with my own teams, and with private clients across multiple industries. Every framework I share is battle-tested across different organizations, producing measurable outcomes in real-world conditions.
Current Implementation, Not Past Glory
Most AI conversations focus on productivity gains while ignoring the human cost. I teach leaders how to leverage AI to win at work and succeed at life—creating competitive advantage without burning out their teams.
The Double Win Philosophy
Forty Years of Platform Experience
Testimonies
“I spent three months trying to figure out ChatGPT on my own. First week with Insider+, I got a custom GPT that handles 80% of my customer FAQs. I’m furious it took me this long to upgrade.”
Speaking Formats
- AI Without Sacrifice: The Double Win Approach to Transformation — How to leverage AI for competitive advantage without losing your humanity (or your team’s sanity)
- Leading Through AI Disruption: Lessons from the Last Revolution — What digital transformation taught us about navigating technological change at scale
- The Productivity Paradox: Why AI Makes Some Teams Faster and Others Just Busier — The frameworks that separate AI winners from AI victims
- From Chaos to Clarity: Building an AI Strategy Your Team Will Actually Execute — Moving beyond pilot projects to organization-wide implementation
Keynotes (60–90 Minutes)
Popular Keynote Topics:
High-impact presentations designed to inspire action and shift perspective. Ideal for opening or closing conferences, annual meetings, leadership summits, and industry events. Your audience leaves with clarity on where AI fits in their strategy and practical next steps they can implement immediately.
- The AI Implementation Playbook — A step-by-step framework for identifying high-impact use cases, selecting the right tools, and measuring results
- AI for Executives: Strategic Decision-Making in the Age of Automation — What leaders need to know to make informed AI investments and avoid costly mistakes
- Building Your AI-Ready Culture — How to prepare your team for AI adoption without creating fear, resistance, or unrealistic expectations
- Custom Workshops — Tailored to your organization’s specific industry, challenges, and goals
Workshops (Half-Day to Full-Day)
Popular Workshop Topics:
Deep-dive sessions focused on implementation and skill-building. Your team doesn’t just hear about AI—they leave with frameworks, tools, and action plans they can execute the following week. Highly interactive, with real-world application to your organization’s specific challenges.
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In-Person
Nothing replaces the energy of being in the room. For high-stakes events, leadership offsites, and team workshops, in-person delivery creates connection and momentum that lasts long after the event.
Delivery Options
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Hybrid
Some audiences in the room, others joining remotely. I’ve refined my approach to ensure both groups feel equally engaged and get equal value.
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Virtual
For distributed teams, budget-conscious events, or situations where travel isn’t practical, I deliver the same level of engagement and interaction through virtual platforms. This isn’t a webinar—it’s a dynamic experience designed specifically for the virtual format.
You’re planning a conference, leadership summit, or team event focused on innovation, productivity, leadership, or business transformation
Who This Is For
Your audience consists of executives, business owners, or leaders responsible for strategic decisions
You want a speaker who delivers practical value, not just inspiration
You’re looking for someone who can meet your audience where they are—whether that’s AI-curious or already implementing
You need a pure technology keynote focused on coding or technical implementation
I’m not the right fit if:
Your audience is primarily entry-level employees without decision-making authority
You’re looking for someone to simply motivate without providing actionable frameworks
What to Expect
Pre-Event Consultation
I don’t show up and deliver a canned talk. Before your event, we’ll discuss your audience, their challenges, and your goals. Every presentation is customized to ensure it lands with your specific group.
Professional Delivery
Forty years of speaking experience means I know how to read a room, adjust on the fly, and deliver content that resonates whether I’m speaking to twenty people or two thousand.
Practical Frameworks
Your audience won’t leave thinking, “That was interesting.” They’ll leave thinking, “I know exactly what to do next.”
When you book me to speak, here’s what you get:
Post-Event Resources
Attendees receive access to implementation guides, templates, and tools to help them apply what they learned. You’re not paying for sixty minutes of entertainment—you’re investing in lasting transformation.
Let’s Talk
If you’re considering me for your event, the next step is simple: let’s have a conversation about whether I’m the right fit.
Not every speaker works for every event, and I want to make sure we’re aligned before you make a commitment. On our call, we’ll discuss your audience, your goals, the format that makes the most sense, and how we can ensure your investment delivers real value.
A Note on Fit
I take speaking engagements seriously. When I commit to an event, I’m committing to delivering transformational value for your audience—not just showing up and going through the motions.
That means I’m selective about the events I accept. If we’re not the right match, I’ll tell you. And if there’s someone better suited to your needs, I’ll point you in their direction.
But if we are the right fit, I’ll bring everything I’ve learned over four decades of leadership, two years of intensive AI implementation, and a deep commitment to helping your audience achieve the Double Win.
Let’s find out which one it is.