Dan Thurmon Keynote Speaker

Dan Thurmon is the founder and President of Motivation Works, Inc., a company dedicated to helping leaders and organizations navigate change and transformation with confidence so they can achieve more and contribute at a higher level. Through his work, he partners with major global brands including Bank of America, Coca-Cola, Delta Airlines, Honeywell, Johnson & Johnson, Marriott, Microsoft, Procter & Gamble, and Walmart, delivering strategies that drive performance and growth.

An accomplished speaker and performer, Dan has delivered thousands of presentations across six continents, engaging audiences that range from Fortune 500 companies and entrepreneurs to educators, world leaders, and even troops on the front lines in Iraq and Afghanistan. His dynamic approach blends insight with entertainment, making complex ideas both accessible and memorable for diverse audiences around the world. In recognition of his impact on the speaking profession, Dan was inducted into the prestigious Speaker Hall of Fame in 2011, an honor held by fewer than 200 living speakers. He has also served as President of the National Speakers Association, where he led a major organizational transformation, introducing new governance structures, redefining mission and values, increasing member value, and strengthening financial accountability for its 3,000+ members.

Beyond the stage, Dan is a writer and content creator. He is the author of Success in Action and Off Balance On Purpose. Dan has also built a strong presence on social media alongside his daughter, Maggie. Together, they have created widely popular content on TikTok, with several videos surpassing 30 million views and a following that exceeds one million subscribers. Their energetic and creative approach resonates with a global audience across generations.

Dan’s entrepreneurial journey began in the late 1980s when he launched a live entertainment company to fund his education at the University of Georgia, where he earned a degree in Business. In the mid-1990s, he shifted the company’s focus toward corporate education, allowing him to apply his expertise in peak performance to help organizations succeed at a higher level.

Today, Dan works closely with organizations to understand their unique challenges in leadership, teamwork, and business strategy. He has also led groundbreaking research examining the current state and impact of chaos in the American workforce, providing key insights and actionable recommendations for leaders.