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Eric Sugarman

Eric Sugarman is a nationally recognized expert in sports medicine and a transformational leader in athlete health and performance. With over 25 seasons in the NFL, he has led multidisciplinary healthcare teams, driven innovation in rehabilitation, and shaped protocols that have set the gold standard across professional sports. He is widely known for his instrumental role in the recovery of NFL stars like Adrian Peterson and Teddy Bridgewater, demonstrating not only clinical excellence but a deep commitment to the athletes under his care.

Eric’s background in the National Football league, professional sports, and life altering regenerative health has fueled a career defined by both cutting-edge practice and compassionate leadership. He has been honored as the NFL’s Most Irreplaceable Athletic Trainer and is respected league-wide for his ability to merge science, strategy, and human connection. His work goes far beyond the sidelines—Eric consults regularly withe the National Football League on Player Health and Safety initiatives and currently contributes to shaping player wellness policies at the league level.

Audiences will benefit from Eric’s powerful blend of real-world experience, practical wisdom, and forward-thinking perspective. Whether addressing high-performance culture, crisis leadership, or injury recovery, he offers valuable insights that resonate across industries. His talks inspire professionals to lead with integrity, innovate fearlessly, and always put people first.

Dave Webb

Dr. Dave Webb’s book, Homerun Leadership – Your Guide to Better Faster Team Decisions, became an Amazon best seller in three categories in 2022 for new releases. His leadership strategies transfer to lead any organization through every challenging situation. Dave coaches leaders and their teams on the best, simplified, team leadership science to equip their whole team to solve their own problems more quickly. Dave also trains internationally, both for-profit and nonprofit executives, management teams and boards of directors to increase their leadership success. He brings a wealth of experience having served as the former Superintendent of South St. Paul Public Schools for the past 12 years. Dave is currently the President of Roseville Rotary Club, Governing Board President at his church, adjunct faculty member at St. Cloud State, and serves on the Board of Directors at the Minnesota Speakers Association. He’s still waiting for his call-up to coach the Yankees—but until then, he’s happy helping leaders knock it out of the park.

Jan Lehman

Jan Lehman is an international speaker, author, and CEO of CTC Productivity. Her motto is to “Change the Culture” so organizations minimize wasted time, talent, and technology. For over a decade, Jan’s talks have helped thousands to dramatically improve profitability, employee engagement, and job satisfaction.

Using a blend of psychology and technology, Jan’s approach to workplace productivity extends beyond simple hacks or a one size fits all solution. You’ll get an exciting blend of interactive lessons and immediately usable strategies to work smart and do more. The roots of Jan’s business acumen and people-first attitude come from her business degree in Operations and Systems Management with a minor in Psychology from Indiana University Kelley School of Business. Keynote speaking is the perfect forum for her to blend her people skills and productivity expertise.

As a former Fortune 500 technology executive, Jan created and led highly effective teams that streamlined business processes and automated workflows. Today she works with leaders to leverage insights, strategies, and solutions to minimize waste and create a culture of productivity throughout their organizationsAll of Jan Lehman’s in-person talks and virtual experiences are customized to meet the needs of your event and exceed the expectations of your audience. But there is a common theme: Jan helps leaders eliminate waste in their organizations so they can become truly effective in their role.

Laura Boyd

Laura Boyd is a leader, speaker, leadership coach, and author. She has over 30 years of experience working with organizations to help them develop sustainable growth as organizations and the people within. She has been a leader on executive teams for large companies, emerging companies and non-profits, as well as, a business owner. She believes Leadership is the ultimate Delta for change, strategy and growth in an organization. She is now taking her years of experience helping businesses become high performance organizations through personal leadership development.

Laura has her Masters in Organizational Leadership, certification in change management and is a certified enhanced coaching practitioner. Laura recently authored Words that Work for Leaders: 31 Days of Reflection, Motivation, and Goal Setting. It is an inspirational book excellent for business leaders who want to grow and achieve their full potential through intentional leadership. When Laura is not working with her clients, she enjoys spending time with her family, volunteering with the Empower Leadership Academy for youth, teaching Entrepreneurship and Leadership classes, and going to the gym

Drew Moldenhauer

Drew Moldenhauer is the visionary behind Blue Ethos Specialized Training, where he serves as the Owner and Master Instructor. With a strong focus on empowering individuals and organizations, Drew offers comprehensive training that goes beyond technical skills, highlighting the critical importance of situational awareness and community engagement. His extensive background in public safety leadership, coupled with years of practical experience, makes him a sought-after expert in the field of active threat preparedness and high-stakes teamwork.

Drew holds a Master’s Degree of Science in Public Safety Executive Leadership from St. Cloud State University and is an experienced educator, having served as an Adjunct Professor at multiple respected institutions. He recently completed a year of full-time teaching at Bemidji State University, where he further refined his teaching techniques and curriculum development skills. As a published author, Drew co-authored the book How Smart Police Officers Use Situational Awareness to Improve Safety with Dr. Richard Gasaway, providing valuable insights on improving safety through situational awareness. His thought leadership extends to major platforms like Police1 and Officer.com, where his articles reach a broad audience.

As a respected international speaker, Drew has delivered impactful presentations at numerous high-profile conferences, offering expert guidance on topics like de-escalation, active threat preparedness, and situational awareness. Known for blending practical experience with academic rigor, Drew engages audiences through interactive discussions and real-world examples, ensuring that professionals at all levels leave with actionable strategies. His presentations are not only informative but also resonate deeply, empowering teams to be more prepared, aware, and effective in their roles

Cedric Thompson

Cedric Thompson Jr. is not just a former NFL player; he’s a beacon of motivation and resilience, whose journey from the streets of inner-city Los Angeles to the grand stage of professional football is nothing short of inspiring. Born and raised amidst the chaos of violence and drugs, Cedric defied the odds stacked against him. His remarkable story was documented in the award-winning film, Bombay Beach, which captured the essence of his journey and the challenges he overcame.

His talents on the high school football field caught the attention of scouts, earning him a full-ride scholarship to the University of Minnesota. In 2015, Cedric was drafted by the Miami Dolphins, marking the beginning of his professional football career. Over the years, he showcased his skills with various teams, including the New England Patriots, Minnesota Vikings, and Cincinnati Bengals. However, Cedric’s journey didn’t end with his retirement from professional football.

He transitioned seamlessly into a new role as a full-time content creator, leveraging his experiences to inspire and empower others. With a social media audience surpassing 1 million people, Cedric shares invaluable life lessons, teaching people how to navigate the complexities of life and become better fathers, partners, and humans. Through his platform, Cedric continues to make a difference, shining a light on the power of resilience, perseverance, and self-belief. His story serves as a reminder that no matter the circumstances, with determination and courage, anything is possible.

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Steve Fredlund

Steve Fredlund is an award-winning keynote speaker and best-selling author of Do the Unright Thing: Memoir of a People Pleaser. With a rich background spanning three decades as an actuary, nonprofit founder, entrepreneur, and leader of African safaris, Steve is no stranger to navigating complex paths.

After years of doing what was expected, he realized that pursuing the extraordinary unlocked a deeper sense of purpose, fulfillment, and impact. Now, he shares his transformative insights through empowering talks that inspire audiences to Expect the Extraordinary^TM, guiding them toward breakthrough after breakthrough.

With an inspiring message brought to life through enthusiasm and laugh-out-loud stories, Steve brings fresh perspectives to the stage, helping audiences rethink life, work, and leadership. Known for his ability to simplify complex challenges into actionable insights, he empowers audiences to stop settling for the ordinary, break free from the expected, and have the courage to do The Unright Thing^TM, increasing their chances of experiencing the extraordinary.

Paul Allen

Looking for a unique and interesting keynote with memorable stories and great lessons that everyone can apply to their work and personal lives? Paul Allen is your guy.

21 Years with the Minnesota Vikings. 25 Years on KFAN Radio. 28 Years at Canterbury Park. Paul Allen has long established himself as a Minnesota icon in the broadcasting world. His Vikings calls are unique and memorable, his KFAN radio show is highly rated, and he has called more than 30,000 horse races all over the country including his almost 30 years at Canterbury Park. (which is what brought him to Minnesota in 1995!).
Paul accomplished all this while never going to college, and being broke 25 years ago. He is witty, energetic, quirky, and sharp, with vast life experiences and impactful stories that he shares with attendees.
His lessons include:

• Life at the Top Wins from the Bottom
• Fortifying your bench
• Following your gift of discernment
• Authenticity

Paul can add fun aspects to his programs including doing touchdown calls using your organization’s staff or VIP names, adding interactive aspects, etc. He will work with you to create the best program for your event. He’s also a great emcee.