Nothing short of exceptional.
“Stan Phelps's keynote presentation at the Association for Test Publishers Innovations in Testing convention was nothing short of exceptional. His insightful exploration of Customer Experience and emphasis on the significance of small moments resonated brilliantly with our diverse audience...making it one of the most memorable keynote addresses in recent years.”
Program Chair, Association of Test Publishers
I challenge audiences to think differently by exploring opportunities to be successful in tomorrow’s changing world.
The feedback from the teams was wholeheartedly positive
"Stan’s concepts and ideas resonate with all different types of leaders and contributors inside our business. The feedback from the teams was wholeheartedly positive. Stan has real-world experiences and best practices that he shares to bring the content down to an easily understood approach."
Vice President, Strategic Sales and New Business Development, Ricoh Graphic Communications
Highly recommend Stan for your next keynote!
"Stan Phelps was an engaging and funny keynote for us and shared a strong message about employee engagement with our group. The strategies he shared about improving employee morale, getting higher performance from employees, and focusing on culture are ideas that are being implemented all across our business footprint. We highly recommend Stan for your next keynote!"
Chief Member & Public Relations Officer, East River Electric Power Cooperative
Stan is a triple threat- Authentic, Inspirational, and Educational. Don't wait, book him now. 5 Stars!!
"We are lucky to have recently had Stan as our Keynote speaker for our Annual Summit for iLoveKickboxing in Mexico. Having worked with keynote speakers over the past 20 years, I confidently say the experience is top-notch. It begins with Stan engaging in the business to understand major initiatives and culminates with a streamlined digestible presentation that engages attendees to focus on critical areas to create culture, drive experience, and increase revenue. Stan is a triple threat- Authentic, Inspirational, and Educational. Don't wait, book him now. 5 Stars!!"
Brand President, I Love Kickboxing
A memorable and fun learning experience
"Stan provided a one-day workshop for administrative personnel at our recent national conference and led a breakout session for multiple franchisees. The content was relevant, well-prepared, and delivered with professionalism. Stan’s ability to engage with his audience makes for a memorable and fun learning experience."
Director of Franchise Advancement, Window World
A captivating speaker
"Stan was a captivating speaker that left many of our attendees energized and with a new way of thinking. We look forward to having him back for future events."
Communications Manager & Event Planner, Louisiana Travel
Stan’s presentation was very informative and provided a different perspective
"Stan Phelps gave an exceptional presentation to the South Dakota Rural Electric Member Services group. Stan’s presentation was very informative and provided a different perspective to look at relationships and interaction. His presentation was engaging and touched on current and important topics."
Training and Special Events Coordinator, SDREA
An impactful session that offered practical advice, industry best practices, personal anecdotes and actionable insights
"We asked Stan to conduct a presentation skills working session for my team of 25 marketing staff. Our goal was to elevate our team's overall skills in delivering compelling presentations, involving complex ideas & data. Stan helped plan an impactful session that offered practical advice, industry best practices, personal anecdotes and actionable insights. Overall, my team really got a lot out of the session and put their new skills to work immediately."
SVP Global Campaign Management & ABM, FIS (Fidelity Information Services)
Truly an expert
"Stan was one of our panelists on a virtual event that focused on administering customer success in an adverse business climate. He's truly an expert in the field of coaching teams on creating that superb customer experience."
Co-Founder, North Carolina Customer Success
Not only insightful, but entertaining
"Stan was a guest speaker at an American Marketing Association event here in Detroit. His presentation was not only insightful, but entertaining. He gave current, real life examples and engaged with the audience throughout the entire event."
VP of Programming, AMA Detroit
My only regret is that we didn't book him years ago
"Stan is a master storyteller who understands what it takes to develop a core of raving fan customers and build the internal team necessary to keep them coming back for more. My only regret is that we didn't book him years ago."
Founder, UPIC
Highly recommend him to others!
"Stan Phelps was a pleasure to work with as a workshop facilitator and speaker at our Circle of Excellence franchisee meeting. He developed customer work sessions that aligned with the purpose and desired outcomes of our event and these were well received by our attendees. I would highly recommend him to others!"
EVP, Chief Growth & Strategy Officer, Goddard Systems
His presentation was the single most polished and well-presented presentation we have had in past years
"At the AMA Phoenix, we strive to bring in great speakers each month who are talking about important, relevant topics about marketing and business. Stan Phelps was a terrific speaker who gave a really wonderful presentation on the subject of Differentiated Experience (DX), a subject we had not presented before. Stan was super engaging, fun to listen to, and so knowledgeable on the subject. His presentation was the single most polished and well-presented presentation we have had in past years. We also received tremendous feedback from the attendees. We are looking to bring Stan back for a workshop in the future. Our audience will greatly benefit from a return speaking engagement from Stan. I highly recommend Stan to present at organizations that are bringing marketing and business education and professional development to their audience."
VP of Programming, AMA Phoenix
With 250+ client reviews, Stan is the most recommended speaker on eSpeakers
Here's what event organizers and audience members are saying about his keynote presentations, workshops and GOLDFISH TANKS
Our team enjoyed the training so much, we are planning to do the same one with another group of associates in the coming months
"Stan conducted a virtual customer journey mapping workshop for members of my team with varying experience levels and knowledge on the topic. His presentation was relevant, engaging and entertaining! It is not an easy task to keep a large group’s attention for a three hour virtual training, but Stan managed to do so with great content, energy and interactive breakout sessions. Our team enjoyed the training so much, we are planning to do the same one with another group of associates in the coming months. I would definitely recommend Stan as a training instructor / speaker in the future!"
Senior Manager, Digital Marketing & Communications, Dealer Tire
We loved the presentation so much that we brought it back to our internal team and are now all reading the Gray Goldfish book
"We booked Stan for an internal company conference. Stan was extremely responsive and accommodating to all our clients' requests. He was engaging and insightful when discussing how to successfully lead every generation. We loved the presentation so much that we brought it back to our internal team and are now all reading the Gray Goldfish book. The client was very pleased and we have also already booked him for another event. I would highly recommend bringing Stan in as your conference speaker."
Meeting Coordinator, Designing Events
The feedback from the teams was wholeheartedly positive
"Stan’s concepts and ideas resonate with all different types of leaders and contributors inside our business. The feedback from the teams was wholeheartedly positive. Stan has real-world experiences and best practices that he shares to bring the content down to an easily understood approach."
Vice President, Strategic Sales and New Business Development, Ricoh Graphic Communications
Highly recommend Stan for your next keynote!
"Stan Phelps was an engaging and funny keynote for us and shared a strong message about employee engagement with our group. The strategies he shared about improving employee morale, getting higher performance from employees, and focusing on culture are ideas that are being implemented all across our business footprint. We highly recommend Stan for your next keynote!"
Chief Member & Public Relations Officer, East River Electric Power Cooperative
Stan is a triple threat- Authentic, Inspirational, and Educational. Don't wait, book him now. 5 Stars!!
"We are lucky to have recently had Stan as our Keynote speaker for our Annual Summit for iLoveKickboxing in Mexico. Having worked with keynote speakers over the past 20 years, I confidently say the experience is top-notch. It begins with Stan engaging in the business to understand major initiatives and culminates with a streamlined digestible presentation that engages attendees to focus on critical areas to create culture, drive experience, and increase revenue. Stan is a triple threat- Authentic, Inspirational, and Educational. Don't wait, book him now. 5 Stars!!"
Brand President, I Love Kickboxing
A memorable and fun learning experience
"Stan provided a one-day workshop for administrative personnel at our recent national conference and led a breakout session for multiple franchisees. The content was relevant, well-prepared, and delivered with professionalism. Stan’s ability to engage with his audience makes for a memorable and fun learning experience."
Director of Franchise Advancement, Window World
A captivating speaker
"Stan was a captivating speaker that left many of our attendees energized and with a new way of thinking. We look forward to having him back for future events."
Communications Manager & Event Planner, Louisiana Travel
Stan’s presentation was very informative and provided a different perspective
"Stan Phelps gave an exceptional presentation to the South Dakota Rural Electric Member Services group. Stan’s presentation was very informative and provided a different perspective to look at relationships and interaction. His presentation was engaging and touched on current and important topics."
Training and Special Events Coordinator, SDREA
An impactful session that offered practical advice, industry best practices, personal anecdotes and actionable insights
"We asked Stan to conduct a presentation skills working session for my team of 25 marketing staff. Our goal was to elevate our team's overall skills in delivering compelling presentations, involving complex ideas & data. Stan helped plan an impactful session that offered practical advice, industry best practices, personal anecdotes and actionable insights. Overall, my team really got a lot out of the session and put their new skills to work immediately."
SVP Global Campaign Management & ABM, FIS (Fidelity Information Services)
Truly an expert
"Stan was one of our panelists on a virtual event that focused on administering customer success in an adverse business climate. He's truly an expert in the field of coaching teams on creating that superb customer experience."
Co-Founder, North Carolina Customer Success
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I'd recommend him without reservation.
"We booked Stan on short notice for a high-value client. Stan was extremely responsive to all our requests, coordinated closely with me and the client to customize a complex workshop. He made the content relevant to a range of working knowledge among C-level attendees, with well-selected case studies and exercises. The client was very pleased and I'd recommend him without reservation."
Owner, Promenade Speakers Bureau
A wonderful resource to help elevate our sales force to the next level
"Stan has been a wonderful resource to help elevate our sales force to the next level. We have been utilizing Stan across both our internal staff as well as our most important customers and prospects to share his great advice and vision around all things sales and marketing. A tremendous speaker and talent. For our annual sales kickoff this year Stan received glowing remarks around his session and content."
Vice President, Ricoh Graphic Communications
He captivated our audience of marketers with his storytelling
"Stan was an amazingly engaging speaker. He captivated our audience of marketers with his storytelling and provided a new way of thinking about gaining and retaining consumers and building a brand."
Director – Brand and Content Strategy, Bissell
Loved your presentation
"Team Ralphs (Kroger) loved your presentation. The way you researched our company and then tied your presentation around us was a home run. Not only was the presentation educational, but at the same time it was entertaining."
Customer First Manager, Ralphs (Kroger)
Stan was funny, interactive with the audience
"Our newspaper was lucky to host Stan at our conference in Tel Aviv for a keynote and as the leader of a roundtable for executives only. Stan was funny, interactive with the audience and gave very interesting insights. When the CEO of a major online news company tells you that the roundtable with Stan Phelps 'was excellent'- it says it all."
International Relations & Project Manager, Globes
Full of rich business insights and ideas for growth
"Stan was the hit of our global convention of 7,500 attendees from 70 countries. His keynote presentation was full of rich business insights and ideas for growth. The audience loved him. A 5/5 performance!"
CMO, BNI Global
Good insights that they could apply to their everyday work
"We were lucky to have Stan join our team for a development opportunity this past year. Our team is comprised of marketers at varying levels from junior specialists to long-seasoned managers. Those who attended let me know that they were able to take away some really good insights that they could apply to their everyday work, and also help them to think about work a little bit differently."
External Communications Manager, IKEA
Provided tools for knowing our way of work under pressure
"We want to be a more collaborative team. The Excelling Under Pressure Workshop provided tools for knowing our way of work under pressure and identify our colleagues' way of work to have effective communication and be more productive and efficient as a team."
Latin America Commercial Brand Manager, ExxonMobil
I'd recommend him without reservation.
"We booked Stan on short notice for a high-value client. Stan was extremely responsive to all our requests, coordinated closely with me and the client to customize a complex workshop. He made the content relevant to a range of working knowledge among C-level attendees, with well-selected case studies and exercises. The client was very pleased and I'd recommend him without reservation."
Owner, Promenade Speakers Bureau
Stan shared his insights in such a relatable, thoughtful, and joyous way!
"Stan did such an amazing job presenting his Diamond Goldfish workshop at a recent AMA Triangle Connect & Inspire Mentorship Event. Our mentors and proteges, which range from career marketing professionals to college students, learned a great deal about themselves and each other as well as the styles we all bring to the world. Stan shared his insights in such a relatable, thoughtful, and joyous way! We would love to work with Stan again and highly recommend him as a speaker, his books, and his workshops."
Director of Connect & Inspire Mentor Program, AMA Triangle
Nothing short of exceptional
"Stan Phelps's keynote presentation at the Association for Test Publishers Innovations in Testing convention was nothing short of exceptional. His insightful exploration of Customer Experience and emphasis on the significance of small moments resonated brilliantly with our diverse audience. Phelps's engaging approach, including interviews with community members, showcased his deep understanding of the audience, making it one of the most memorable keynote addresses in recent years."
Program Chair, Association of Test Publishers
Stan's insights left a lasting impact
"I had the pleasure of experiencing Stan Phelps' presentation at our national convention, and I must say, he was truly awesome! Stan not only had everyone engaged with his captivating speaking style, but the subject matter he covered was right on point. His ability to inspire a culture of exceeding customer expectations, thinking outside the box, and promoting positivity throughout the company is commendable. Stan's insights left a lasting impact, and our corporate office received nothing but positive feedback for his session. I highly recommend Stan Phelps to anyone looking to elevate their company culture and create a lasting impression. His expertise in building a culture of excellence is truly remarkable."
CEO, Zoomin Groomin
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