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Book Sam for keynotes that captivate, challenge, and catalyze action across your organization.

Whether you’re leading through disruption, scaling fast, or rethinking strategy, Sam’s keynotes deliver the insight, energy, and momentum to move your team forward.

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Future-Ready isn’t a buzzword.

It’s a mindset.

In a world of constant disruption, rigidity fails—but adaptability leads.

Sam challenges leaders to stay rooted in purpose while remaining agile in execution. Because thriving today isn’t about avoiding setbacks—it’s about building the clarity and capacity to navigate them with confidence.

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Sam delivers keynotes with:

Stories that stick

Real experiences from basecamps to boardrooms

Science with soul

Grounded in behavioral insights, made human

Strategies that scale

Practical tools your team can apply tomorrow

Momentum that moves

Every talk energizes action—not just applause

His presentations are built for real-world complexity. They spark mindset shifts, elevate leadership, and equip teams to lead with confidence under pressure.

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Hi, I'm Sam!

Uncertainty isn’t just something I speak about—it’s something I’ve lived.

I’ve changed schools, countries, and careers. I’ve climbed Kilimanjaro, cycled across Europe, and run the Boston Marathon. Each shift, each challenge, shaped the resilience I bring to my work—and the insights I share from the stage.

As a strategist and behavioral scientist, I help leaders turn volatility into vision. My approach blends evidence-based tools with deep empathy for the human side of change. Because leading through uncertainty isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about asking the right questions and adapting with confidence.

In every keynote, I bring my blend of adventure, science, and real-world leadership to inspire, equip, and move your audience forward.

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Yufei Man

CFA, CAIA, CIO & Head of Wealth at OneVest

I invited Sam to speak to an audience of investment professionals. He didn’t disappoint. His engaging stories and examples, together with a framework and set of tools he provided left the audience inspired and equipped with insights that they could apply.

Herman Chan

Financial Industry Field Leader

Sam is a master storyteller, and has this captivating ability to link events in the past with current trends. Getting entertained and educated is a surefire combination for those in attendance to take action.

Fabien Moreau

Corporate Development Leader

What makes Sam’s presentations so powerful is his ability to weave data-driven research and findings with compelling and engaging stories to make them stick with the audience long after the speech is over.

Roxana Nache

Wealth Management Sales Leader

Great presentation! Many moons ago, I learned from you the power of storytelling and nothing since has been as efficient to convey a message. Yesterday’s presentation was no exception. So much insight on how Al will best benefit our industry in the future.

Chris Kirk

Financial Services Leader

Sam, great presentation! Thanks for balancing our typical focus on tech with thoughtful insights on the human side of things. And thanks for tips that might give us a fighting chance of “escaping a forest fire”.

Stephen Cooper

CEO AI Tickerwatch

Thoroughly enjoyed your presentation yesterday Sam, … and I have never contemplated sharing my inner dreams, desires and needs with a ChatBot either! You shared some very interesting and thought-provoking perspectives.

Susan Latremoille

Founder Next Chapter Lifestyle Advisors

Sam, you did a wonderful job speaking at our Advisor Roundtable. Your comments really hit the mark in terms of reinforcing the work that we do with advisors and your anecdotes and examples were not only interesting but proved your points.

Sheriff Wiredu

CEE Centre for Young Black Professionals

Sam’s presentation on money myths was a hit! He turned a dry topic into an engaging session with interesting stories and practical tips. Avoiding jargon, he kept the audience hooked and empowered them with financial strategies they can actually use. Highly recommended!

Stuart Hyde

Professor University of Manchester

Sam gave the commencement address to the 2023 Alliance Manchester Business School graduates in July. His insightful speech resonated with students and parents alike, highlighting how the skills that they had acquired and the resilience they had shown will fuel them to achieve their goals and successfully overcome future challenges.

Nazir Afzal

OBE, Chancellor University of Manchester

Sam gave an inspiring commencement speech to the 2023 graduating class of the Alliance Manchester Business school. He told them that, while they have achieved a significant milestone and their future is bright, they will continually need to re-evaluate their goals, prioritize, and adapt to changing circumstances. His message, to stay connected to the community and to lift each other up in the face of the challenges that lie ahead, individually and collectively, is much needed in today’s world.

Will Bagget

Author & Keynote Speaker

Having experienced Sam’s talk firsthand, I was deeply moved by his insightful words and compelling delivery. His ability to provoke thought and inspire action is exceptional, making him an outstanding choice for any speaking engagement.

Daron Roberts

JD, Author & Keynote Speaker

Man, I love that 3D Framework. So well done. This is incredible content.

Presentation Topics

Each keynote is crafted with behavioral insight, business relevance, and clear application—built to meet your moment.

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The Future-Ready Leader: Leading Through Uncertainty

Turn disruption into momentum. Equip your team with the mindset and tools to thrive amid ambiguity.

Details

In an increasingly uncertain world, leaders are grappling with the relentless pressure to deliver results while navigating constant change. “The Path to Success” keynote provides a transformative approach to leadership, equipping you with the tools and insights needed to sustain momentum and achieve your goals without burnout. Just like climbing Kilimanjaro, success in business and life requires the right path and the right pace.

By the end of this session, participants will learn how to:

  • Adopt a climber’s mindset to thriving under pressure.
  • Maintain momentum and keep their team driven despite hurdles.
  • Achieve peak performance without burnout.

Key Results:

  • Empower your team to develop a resilient mindset.
  • Sustain momentum and drive continuous achievement.
  • Deliver exceptional results in any environment.

The Future-Ready Organization: The Human Edge in an AI World

AI can optimize—but only people can empathize, inspire, and lead. Explore how behavioral insight and human intuition remain irreplaceable in the age of automation.

Details

In the age of AI, leaders must find new ways to stand out and become indispensable. This keynote is designed to help you leverage digital tools to deepen customer relationships and enhance your human touch.

By the end of this session, participants will learn how to:

  • Integrate AI to deepen client connections, not replace them.
  • Use technology to enhance humanity and craft resonant business strategies.
  • Stand out in a crowded marketplace and win new clients.

Key Results:

  • Stand out in a crowded marketplace.
  • Win and keep new clients.
  • Grow market share.
The Path to The Third Act: Rewiring Retirement

Decision-Making in Complexity

Learn how to make confident choices—even with incomplete information—using principles from behavioral science and elite leadership teams.

The Path to The Third Act: Rewiring Retirement

Influence Without Authority

Discover how to lead through trust, credibility, and connection—especially when hierarchy isn’t on your side.

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