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Ryan Leak

Speaker

Dallas, TX, USA

Transforming workplace cultures through values, passion & risk-taking

Ryan Leak‘s passion is helping leaders push past autopilot and level up in their lives and careers.

Renowned for his ability to inspire and transform, Ryan helps individuals and organizations turn setbacks into opportunities, emphasizing the importance of resilience and the value of learning from failure. As the CEO of a leadership development firm, Ryan and his team train over 30,000 leaders annually — from Fortune 500 companies to professional sports teams. He is the author of “Chasing Failure,” the Wall Street Journal bestselling book “Leveling Up,” and his latest work, “How to Work with Complicated People.”

Keynote Speeches

Virtual Keynotes & Webinars
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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.

Audience reviews:

  • I've been in 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 built different. We booked him to keynote #D2LFusion in Savannah this week. And (sigh of relief ), he was absolutely brilliant.
    Ryan gave us 45 minutes of genuine, witty, funny, and insightful thinking clearly tailored to an audience of learning leaders. I didn't want it to end, which is a first for me! - CMO - D2L
  • 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. - CEO, 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. - Director, Sales & Operations - ALG Vacations
  • I've been in 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 built different. We booked him to keynote #D2LFusion in Savannah this week. And (sigh of relief ), he was absolutely brilliant.
    Ryan gave us 45 minutes of genuine, witty, funny, and insightful thinking clearly tailored to an audience of learning leaders. I didn't want it to end, which is a first for me! - CMO - D2L
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Speaker Biography

Ryan Leak is a dynamic speaker, New York Times 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. 

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.

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.