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Rich Bracken

Emotional Intelligence Expert | Leadership & Motivation Speaker | Award Winning Sales & Consulting Executive

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Rich Bracken is a keynote speaker, executive coach, and leadership communication expert specializing in emotional intelligence, executive presence, and high-impact communication. He helps leaders and organizations improve confidence, influence, and performance in today’s fast-paced business environment.


As Brand Ambassador for TalentSmartEQ, the world’s leading emotional intelligence research and training company, Rich delivers data-backed insights and practical strategies that drive lasting behavior change. Drawing on two decades as a national touring DJ, Rich brings energy, storytelling, and real-time audience engagement to every keynote—creating memorable experiences without sacrificing substance.


Rich has partnered with Fortune 100 companies, professional sports organizations, and global associations, and has been featured on ABC, ESPN, Thrive Global, Vice, and Goalcast. Named as a National Top Speaker by Smart Meetings and Real Leaders Magazines, he is also a trusted communication and public speaking coach to executives and public figures nationwide.

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The EQ Edge: How Emotionally Intelligent Leaders Win

Emotional intelligence shapes how we show up—how we communicate under pressure, build trust with others, lead through uncertainty, and influence the culture around us. From the first conversation of the day to the decisions we make when emotions run high, EQ is the difference between good intentions and meaningful impact.


In this engaging keynote, Rich Bracken helps individuals and teams understand how emotional intelligence directly affects trust, clarity, and performance. Participants learn how to increase self-awareness, manage emotions in real time, and read the room more effectively—skills that strengthen relationships, reduce friction, and create better outcomes at work and beyond.


At the organizational level, emotional intelligence isn’t a “soft skill”—it’s a leadership advantage. Culture is shaped less by what leaders say and more by how they listen, respond, and lead when it matters most.

This keynote equips leaders and teams with practical, human-centered tools to improve communication, build trust, elevate performance, and create a culture where people feel valued, understood, and motivated to do their best work.


Key Takeaways:

  • Learn the fundamental elements of emotional intelligence (EQ)
  • Discover how to identify your EQ strengths & weaknesses
  • Identify strategies for managing your triggers
  • Learn the professional & personal benefits of EQ
  • Understand the impactful (and fun) changes you can make to improve your EQ

BECOME UNSTOPPABLE

Success in leadership, business, and life is driven by mindset. The way leaders think, respond to pressure, and approach challenges directly impacts performance, resilience, and results. A strong mindset enables individuals and teams to stay focused, manage stress, and turn goals into consistent action.

This motivational keynote breaks down the mindset shifts used by high performers and effective leaders to navigate change, overcome obstacles, and sustain momentum. Participants learn practical strategies to build mental resilience, set clear goals, and develop daily habits that improve productivity, confidence, and well-being.


Designed for today’s fast-paced work environment, this presentation equips audiences with tools to strengthen mindset, reduce stress, and perform at a higher level—helping individuals and organizations move forward with clarity and confidence.


Key Takeaways:

  • Discover how mindset drives confidence and high performance
  • Learn competitive strategies and lessons from industry leaders
  • Reduce stress and anxiety with small but impactful changes
  • Build resilience to overcome setbacks and stay focused
  • Create habits that turn goals into tangible results

SOUNDTRACK FOR SUCCESS

Emotional intelligence is one of the strongest predictors of success in leadership, communication, and relationships—often more impactful than IQ or technical skills. It influences how we manage stress, make decisions, and connect with others, yet many professionals are unaware of how their emotions affect performance.


This interactive keynote helps audiences develop greater emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and emotional regulation through practical strategies they can apply immediately at work and in life.
What makes this experience unique is how the message is delivered. Drawing on two decades as a national touring DJ, Rich Bracken uses live music as a complementary tool to create emotional awareness, engagement, and connection in real time—making the lessons memorable without distracting from the content.

The result is an energizing, high-impact keynote that raises emotional intelligence, strengthens communication, and sets a powerful emotional tone for lasting success.

Key Takeaways:

    • Establish the key foundational elements of emotional intelligence and how they contribute to your success personally and professionally.
    • Understand how to retrain your emotional intelligence triggers and work your emotions like a good DJ works a crowd.
    • Enhance your emotional intelligence in any situation as EQ makes up 60% of your success and performance.
    • Learn to build positive habits to enhance your emotional intelligence, confidence, and self-value for a successful future.

    Executive Presence In Action

    Strong ideas don’t drive results—strong communication does. In today’s fast-paced business environment, professionals at every level are expected to communicate with confidence, clarity, and credibility. Yet fear of speaking up, lack of executive presence, and inconsistent delivery continue to cost organizations millions in missed opportunities, disengagement, and stalled leadership potential.


    This keynote breaks down the core elements of executive presence, emotional intelligence, and leadership communication, showing participants how to prepare their message and mindset, strengthen their physical presence, and communicate effectively in high-stakes moments.

    Through practical strategies and real-world application, audiences learn how to increase influence, manage difficult conversations, and show up with confidence in meetings, presentations, and everyday interactions—driving stronger relationships and better business outcomes.


    Key Takeaways:

    • Increase influence, executive presence, and communication impact across teams, clients, and stakeholders
    • Prepare your message and mindset to communicate with confidence in meetings, presentations, and high-stakes conversations
    • Strengthen executive presence through body language, vocal delivery, and physical communication skills
    • Use practical improvisation techniques to navigate difficult conversations, manage uncertainty, and respond effectively under pressure

    The Momentum Effect: How Leaders Turn Change Into Consistent Action

    Organizations don’t fail because they lack vision—they fail because they struggle to sustain momentum. Research consistently shows that up to 70% of change initiatives fall short, not due to poor strategy, but because people disengage, habits revert, and energy fades over time.


    The Momentum Effect explores how leaders create forward motion that lasts—especially during change, growth, and uncertainty. In today’s fast-paced, AI-driven workplace, success depends less on one-time motivation and more on the ability to align mindset, emotional intelligence, and daily behavior.

    In this keynote, Rich Bracken breaks down why momentum stalls and how emotionally intelligent leadership keeps teams focused, resilient, and moving forward. Participants learn how small, intentional actions compound into sustained progress—turning change from an event into a repeatable process.

    Blending research-backed insights with practical application, this presentation equips leaders and teams with tools to maintain clarity, energy, and accountability long after the kickoff meeting ends.


    Key Takeaways:

    • How to create sustainable momentum by aligning mindset, emotions, and daily habits
    • Why most change initiatives fail—and how emotionally intelligent leaders prevent disengagement
    • Practical strategies to maintain focus and resilience during uncertainty, growth, and change
    • How to turn goals into consistent action, creating progress that compounds over time

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    Testimonials

    Rich killed it! Was great. I loved that he was able to be in person, that added a great element. He also stayed for happy hour and the team loved that. I had a leader comment this: “I dread guest speakers. I wasn’t looking forward to it. But Rich delivered! I got great sound bites and one liners to add to my leadership approach."

    You lit up the room—and the screen! Thank you for bringing your energy, heart, and humor to the HEALTHCON stage.

    Rich gave a transformative keynote at our Sales Kick Off. It was a fantastic combination of energetic storytelling and instructive information on how to boost sales performance through emotional intelligence. Inspiring and entertaining, I highly recommend him to speak to any organization and can't wait to bring him back to another event.

    Rich Bracken presented a webinar titled “Boosting Culture and Performance Through Emotional Intelligence” to 500+ employees and did an amazing job capturing the audience’s attention with his energetic and cheerful personality. He provided us with plenty of tips and tools to help us maximize our emotional and intellectual fitness. We received great feedback from those attending!

    If you are looking for a keynote speaker that is engaging, inspirational, and interesting, look no further than Rich Bracken. I was so impressed with Rich after seeing him present at an annual Legal Marketing Association conference, that I made sure to stay connected with him. Rich knows the importance of emotional intelligence which he exudes in his presentations. His presence is inviting, and he keeps the audience hooked. I look forward to each of Rich's talks

    I brought Rich in to speak to our group and I am glad I did. Wow! Rich's presentation had the whole group engaged. Months later, people are still referencing Rich's presentation. Thank you Rich for making such a positive impact on our group.

    He is so easy to work with, listens to your needs, and comes up with creative ways to captivate an audience. Rich has become such an integral part of what makes our events so successful. He goes above and beyond to make sure that everyone in the room is engaged and having fun

    Thanks for joining us this morning – awesome job! I am already receiving e-mails from the attendees saying how much they appreciated the meeting and called out your presentation. I loved that you referenced the Whole Person concept. It is so important to MDRT…

    Rich captivated the audience from the moment he took the stage. His energy was infectious, radiating throughout the room and drawing everyone in. Humor was interwoven seamlessly with insightful observations, making the presentation both entertaining and thought-provoking. Stories and anecdotes were shared with a natural charisma, creating a strong connection with the listeners. Key takeaways were presented clearly and concisely, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present. His passion for the subject matter was evident, inspiring attendees to consider new perspectives. The overall experience was truly memorable, leaving a positive impact long after the event concluded. Many attendees lingered afterward, eager to discuss the presentation's key themes.

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