Keynotes for conferences and summits
Book a Leadership Keynote Speaker Who Sparks Real Change
Dr. Wayne Pernell is a two-time TEDx speaker and clinical psychologist with 40+ years guiding senior leaders. His talks challenge old thinking and move people to act.
- Two TEDx talks, one with more than 2 million views
- Opening, closing, general session, breakout or sales kickoff
- Booked across the US, plus virtual and hybrid events
Worked with Schwab, Whole Foods Market, AAA, PG&E and Pfizer over 40+ years.
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Why event planners book Dr. Wayne
A speaker your audience already respects
Two TEDx talks, one with over two million views, and five #1 best-selling leadership books.
More than motivation
Talks are built to challenge old thinking and send people back to work with steps they can use.
Shaped to your program
Opening, closing, general session, breakout or sales kickoff, delivered on-site, virtually or hybrid.
Four decades inside real companies
A PhD clinical psychologist who has led 120+ leadership teams and advised Fortune 50 brands.
Keep the momentum going
Add a Culture of Caring education day, leadership workshops or coaching after the keynote.
Signature keynote topics
Culture of Caring shows leaders what culture really is, where most leaders go wrong, and how to build a workplace people are proud to support. Audiences leave with a clear view of how caring cultures drive retention, innovation and results.
The Power of Being Unreasonable challenges leaders to drop outdated rules and set bold new standards. Dr. Wayne covers how to rewrite the stories that keep teams stuck, what to do about mediocrity, and why being unreasonable leads to breakthroughs.
- Opening, closing and general session keynotes
- Breakout sessions, sales kickoffs and sales rallies
- Leadership summits, annual meetings and corporate retreats
- Virtual and hybrid event keynotes
- Signature topic: Culture of Caring
- Signature topic: The Power of Being Unreasonable
- Audiences in finance, retail, insurance, legal, restaurant chains, IT and startups
- Delivered across the United States, on-site or online
Brands and leaders he has worked with
“Dr. Wayne Pernell is charming, effective, and commanding. His content on leadership is shared through storytelling and actionable steps so that you feel like you can accomplish anything as a leader—with a new point of view, seeing through the Culture of Caring lens.”
“Dr. Wayne brings a unique mix of grounded leadership, deep insight, and warmth. He sees what others miss—and he helps you shift from reaction to intentional, inspired leadership.”
What happens after you reach out
Share your event details
Tell us the date, audience, format and the outcome you want from the session.
Talk it through with our team
We review your goals and suggest the topic and format that fit your program and budget.
Confirm and prepare
Once details are set, Dr. Wayne tailors the keynote to your audience and your agenda.
Frequently asked questions
What does a leadership keynote cost?
Fees depend on the format, session length, travel and how much of your program you want covered. Send your event details and we will come back with pricing for your specific ask.
Can the talk be customized for our audience?
Yes. The signature topics are Culture of Caring and The Power of Being Unreasonable, and each talk is shaped around your goals, your people and your agenda.
Do you speak at virtual or hybrid events?
Yes. Dr. Wayne delivers keynotes on-site, at client offsites and virtually, including hybrid events.
Where do you travel for events?
DynamicLeader works with organizations across the United States, in person and online.
What types of events does he speak at?
Leadership summits, sales rallies, corporate retreats, annual meetings and industry conferences, as an opening, closing, general session or breakout speaker.
Can we add more than the keynote?
Yes. You can add a Culture of Caring education day, leadership workshops, small-group coaching cohorts or a longer consulting engagement.
Lock in your leadership keynote speaker
Tell us your date, audience and format. We'll follow up with the topic and session plan that fit your event.
- Two TEDx talks, one with more than 2 million views
- Opening, closing, general session, breakout or sales kickoff
- Booked across the US, plus virtual and hybrid events