Speaking
I speak to leaders, teams, and communities about leadership, trust, culture, and the real work of building relationships that last. My goal is simple: share ideas and stories that are practical, honest, and immediately useful.
Whether it’s a keynote, panel, internal leadership meeting, or a community event, I create space for reflection and real-world application—not just inspiration in the moment.
My Approach to Speaking
I don’t believe in “performances” that sound good on stage and fade the moment people return to their day jobs. I aim to deliver content that:
- Resonates with real experiences in leadership and business
- Respects the complexity of people, teams, and organizations
- Offers clear language and frameworks people can reuse
- Encourages reflection, not perfection
“The best talks don’t just entertain—they give people a way to think differently when it actually matters.”
Core Speaking Topics
Below are some of the themes I’m most often asked to speak on. Each talk is tailored to the specific audience, industry, and context of your event.
A deep dive into the three dimensions of trust—character, competency, and connection—and how leaders can build them intentionally in teams and organizations.
- Understanding the trust gaps that hold teams back
- Practices for leading with integrity and clarity
- How trust accelerates performance and decision-making
Practical frameworks for shaping culture, setting expectations, and building environments where people can do the best work of their careers.
- Aligning values, behaviors, and results
- Turning feedback into a strength, not a fear
- Leading through change and ambiguity
How trust-based relationships—inside and outside the organization—become the differentiator in careers, companies, and communities.
- Moving from transactional to transformational relationships
- Listening as a leadership discipline
- Connecting business success with community impact
Practical guidance for leaders facing shifting markets, evolving teams, and new expectations.
- Communicating with honesty and stability
- Keeping people engaged when the path isn’t clear
- Balancing urgency with empathy
A perspective on success, wealth, and legacy drawn from years of working with business owners and leaders.
- Redefining “enough” and “success”
- Aligning financial decisions with values
- Building lives and organizations that last
Many of the best sessions are built in partnership. If you have a specific theme, challenge, or opportunity, we can design a talk or conversation that speaks directly to it.
Formats & Audiences
I speak with a range of audiences, from intimate leadership teams to larger community events. Common formats include:
- Keynote talks for conferences and events
- Leadership retreats and off-sites
- Internal company meetings and town halls
- Panels and moderated conversations
- Podcast interviews and virtual sessions
I’m a strong fit for groups that are:
- Committed to building leaders at every level
- Wrestling with growth, change, or new direction
- Focused on culture, trust, and team performance
- Deeply connected to their local communities
The tone is professional, real, and accessible—designed to meet people where they are and challenge them to think a step further.
What People Are Saying
As you collect feedback from events, this section can highlight a few representative comments from organizers or attendees.
“Erik brought our leadership team a rare mix of honesty, practicality, and encouragement. People left with language they’ve already started using.”
— Event Organizer
“The way he talked about trust and culture connected directly to what our managers are experiencing day-to-day. It felt grounded, not theoretical.”
— Leadership Retreat Participant
“We appreciated how tailored the session felt. Erik took the time to understand our context and it showed in the stories and examples he used.”
— CEO / Executive Sponsor
Inquire About Speaking
If you’re planning an event, retreat, or internal gathering and would like to explore whether I’m a good fit for your audience, I’d be glad to connect. Share a bit about your event, your goals, and your timeline, and we can start a conversation.