Zach Arend

2x Saddle Bronc Riding Champion Zach Arend challenges executives, sales professionals, and change-makers to rethink what leadership demands in today’s world.

Too often, even the most loyal, hardworking people fall into what Zach calls the “Bridled Leader Trap” - caught in cycles of doing, fixing, and rescuing instead of truly leading, no matter their role or title.

Through powerful storytelling and raw lessons from his years in competitive rodeo, Zach inspires audiences to saddle their own horse and reclaim their leadership potential—with radical responsibility, presence, and personal power.

• Break Free from the Trap: Spot the signs of overwork, quiet resignation, or frustration and learn how to shift into leadership marked by clarity and courage.
• Saddle Your Own Horse: Uncover the hidden stories driving ineffective behavior, stress, or self-doubt—and rewrite them in service of confidence, character, and clarity.
• Unbridled Leadership Defined: Learn the subtle art of leading yourself first—so you can empower others, speak with influence, and create change that matters.

What would change if you stopped sitting in the grandstands—and started leading from the arena of your own life?

In this powerful keynote, 2x Saddle Bronc Riding Champion turned leadership coach Zach Arend shares his hard-earned lessons from 8-second rides on the bronc to everyday leadership challenges in the office. This is not just a talk about leadership—it’s a call to get off autopilot, lean into discomfort, and ride with clarity and conviction.

You’ll discover three transformational shifts that will help you stop drifting, start leading, and show up where it matters most—no matter how hard life bucks.

• Eyes on the Bronc: Lead with vision. Focus on what’s possible, not just what’s wrong.
• Raise High & Lift: Let go of control. Lead with courage, character, and presence.
• Put People in the Arena: Stop rescuing. Start leading in a way that calls others to rise.

You won’t just leave inspired—you’ll leave changed. More committed. More present. More ready to lead from the arena. Get ready for a wild ride!

Top salespeople don’t just hustle—they learn how to think, adapt, and perform under pressure.

In this powerful and engaging session, Zach Arend helps sales execs shift from simply grinding out deals to growing into true pros who own their mindset, conversations, and results. Drawing from his Saddle Your Own Horse™ playbook, Zach equips sales execs with practical tools to stay sharp, confident, and resilient in any sales environment.

• Coach Yourself to Win: Learn simple mental techniques to stay focused and keep moving forward—especially when deals stall or pressure’s high.
• Conversations That Connect: Deliver honest, impactful messages that move clients to action—without sounding scripted or salesy.
• Perform Through the Tough Stuff: Show up strong and centered even when rejection hits or the stakes feel huge.

This session will challenge attendees to enhance the quality of their sales engagements—and transform how your team shows up.