Ryan Leak Keynote Speaker

Bestselling Author of Chasing Failure and Leveling Up
Inspiring Workplace Cultures Rooted in Values, Passion & Risk-Taking
Executive Coach

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Ryan Leak's Biography

Ryan Leak is a best-selling author, executive coach, and transformational speaker inspiring over 50,000 individuals.

The CEO of a leadership development firm based in Dallas, Ryan and his team train over 15,000 leaders every year — from Fortune 500 companies to professional sports teams.

As a speaker, Ryan Leak’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.

Author of the USA Today bestselling book Chasing Failure and the Wall Street Journal bestselling book Leveling Up, Ryan and his work have been featured in dozens of media outlets, including Good Morning America and the Today Show.

He’s widely known for that one time he planned 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.

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.

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.

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.

Ryan Leak Speaker Reel 2025

The Art of Self Care and Leadership, Ryan Leak (2024 Chick-fil-A Impact Accelerator Main Stage)

Books by Ryan Leak

Chasing Failure

Leveling Up

The One : An Amazing love

Comments & Testimonials

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 experience we create for our leaders.

Carol Seymour CEO of Signature Leaders and Networks

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 experiences in 20 years. How he could weave in humor, storytelling, and practical content in just 30 minutes was nothing short of sensational.

Mark Wise Wise Financial / Northwestern Mutual