Dynamic Presentations Tailored to Motivate, Educate, and Empower
Rich Harris is more than a keynote speaker — he helps audiences think more deeply, live more intentionally, and lead with greater clarity. Every speaking engagement is customized to the audience, organization, and objectives of the event. Drawing on decades of experience in leadership, entrepreneurship, personal development, and applied psychology, Rich delivers engaging, research-informed presentations that challenge, inspire, and equip people with practical tools they can apply immediately. Whether speaking to corporate leaders, professional associations, or entrepreneurial teams, his talks are designed to spark awareness, sharpen intention, and drive thoughtful action.
Speaking Topics
Raising the Bar: Thriving Personally and Professionally in the Age of Acceleration
Constant information, technology, competition, and distraction make it increasingly difficult to step back and think intentionally. This customizable keynote brings together mindset, habits, performance, business strategy, and personal alignment to help audiences raise the bar in the areas that matter most.
Mindset Matters: Breaking Through Self-Limiting Thoughts and Behaviors
Our past experiences, internal narratives, and unconscious assumptions influence how we sell, lead, communicate, and respond under pressure. Rich helps audiences recognize cognitive distortions, outdated responses, and self-limiting beliefs—and replace them with greater awareness and more effective choices.
High-Performance Selling: Curiosity, Preparation, and Conviction
Great selling is more than following a script or relying solely on past experience. This presentation focuses on understanding the client, preparing with purpose, selling from individual and team strengths, creating memorable moments, and bringing the confidence and conviction required to become a trusted partner.
Scaling for Success: How to Build Exceptional Teams
Scaling a business requires a clear understanding of the roles needed for success and how team dynamics can unintentionally undermine the mission. Rich underscores the importance of psychological safety and how an unwavering belief in the objective can drive lasting success.
Living and Leading by Design, Not Default
Most people plan their businesses more intentionally than they plan their lives. Drawing from his annual life-planning practice since 1999 and the principles in his book, Rich shows how reflection, goal setting, habits, and persistence can create greater alignment across personal and professional priorities.
Intentional Leadership: Creating Alignment, Accountability, and Purpose
Strong leadership begins with clarity—of purpose, roles, expectations, and the environment a leader creates. Drawing from his experience building, leading, and advising high-performing teams, Rich examines how self-awareness, psychological safety, candid communication, and shared purpose improve both culture and performance.
Why Audiences Connect with Rich
Rich brings a rare combination of practical experience, psychological insight, and relatable storytelling to every stage. Here’s what sets him apart:
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Research-Informed Insights: Drawing on psychology, neuroscience, and decades of real-world experience, Rich translates complex ideas into clear, actionable insights on intentional living, leadership, mindset, and personal growth.
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Real-World Application: With a background in business leadership, entrepreneurship, coaching, and consulting, Rich bridges the gap between theory and practice — giving audiences practical tools they can apply immediately.
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Engaging Storytelling: Rich blends personal stories, humor, and relatable examples to make complex ideas memorable, accessible, and useful long after the event ends.
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Tailored Presentations: Every talk is shaped around the audience’s goals and challenges, creating a presentation that feels relevant, thoughtful, and genuinely useful.
Rich's Impact
Recent Events
“Rich delivered our keynote at the 2025 BOMA Southern Region Conference—and absolutely knocked it out of the park! From the moment he stepped on stage, he captivated our members. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Rich is a dynamic, compelling speaker with a rare ability to connect deeply with large audiences and leave a lasting impact.”
"What struck me most was Rich’s focus—not on sales tactics like cold calling—but on personal growth through mindfulness, discipline, focus, and gratitude. His belief, which I wholeheartedly share, is that success starts with a healthy, growth-oriented mindset. That’s what truly makes us more effective in our roles—and in life.
Our team gave his talk a unanimous 10/10. Many even said, ‘Bring him back!’—and I couldn't agree more!”
Eve Pilkington
Senior Managing Director
Cushman & Wakefield
BOMA Executive Commitee
Nicole Kalafut
President, Raleigh-Durham
PMC Commercial Interiors
pmc Sales Retreat
February 2026
Ideal Audiences
Rich’s speaking engagements are ideal for:
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Corporate Teams: Empower your workforce with strategies to enhance work-life balance, productivity, and team cohesion.
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Leadership Retreats: Inspire leaders to think strategically and align their actions with organizational goals.
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Professional Conferences: Provide attendees with insights and motivation that elevate the event experience.
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Entrepreneurs and Startups: Help founders and small business teams overcome challenges and scale effectively.
