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Ryan Estis has more than 20 years of experience as a top-performing sales professional and leader. As the former chief strategy officer for the McCann World group advertising agency NAS, he brings a fresh perspective to business events. As a keynote speaker, Ryan is known for his innovative ideas on leading change, improving sales effectiveness and preparing for the future of work.

He was recently recognized as one of “the best keynote speakers ever heard” by Meetings & Conventions magazine alongside Tony Robbins, Bill Gates, Colin Powell and Mike Ditka. Ryan delivers keynote speeches, courses and online learning with an emphasis on actionable content designed to elevate business performance. His curriculum emphasizes emerging trends influencing leadership effectiveness, sales performance and customer experience.

Ryan helps participants prepare to thrive in today’s ultra-competitive, hyper-connected business environment. Ryan supports the world’s leading brands, including Liberty Mutual, Darden Restaurants, Goodyear, the Dallas Cowboys, Medtronic, ECCO USA and Blue Cross Blue Shield. He is a faculty member for the Institute of Management Studies, a member of the Smart Brief on Workforce Advisory Board and a certified Human Capital Strategist.

Ryan and his team publish original research featuring client case studies to expand the live event experience. He is also the author of a popular blog on business performance. His writing has been featured in Inc., Forbes, Entrepreneur, Fast Company, Smart Brief, Business News Network, Crain’s Business, and Yahoo Business.

Ryan is an Ohio University graduate who resides in down town Minneapolis. When he’s not traveling to speaking engagements around the world, Ryan enjoys down time with family and friends, practicing yoga and cheering on his beloved Minnesota Timberwolves.

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Passion on Purpose: Turning Corporate Culture Into a Competitive Advantage

The Brand Experience- Accelerating Business Growth Through Remarkable Experiences

Adapt & Thrive Preparing to Win In a 2025 World

Unleash Your Inner Superhero Keys to Achieving Breakthrough Performance

Sell Your Way Forward: Driving Sales Growth in the New Economy

Lead Your Way Forward: Resilient Leadership for the New Economy

Ryan’s ideas on change, leadership and the Future of Work have been featured in Fast Company, Entrepreneur and INC magazines. He has been recognized as “one of the best keynote speakers seen or heard” by Meetings & Conventions Magazine.
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