Coach Charles

Coach Charles helps Teams Aspire Higher® and Take F.L.I.G.H.T.
I'm the guy that helps turn disengaged teams into self-led, high-intensity performers who take ownership, drive momentum and create impact.
WHY COACH CHARLES?
Story: 3x Heart Surgery Survivor, NCAA standout and SEC Champion Credentials: EMBA, MS, SAGe actor, best-selling author and speaker.
Speciality: Drives intensity, accountability and self-leadership.
Skilled: Adapts keynote to your audience and objectives.
Connection: Audience participation and takeaways that last post-event.

WHAT TO EXPECT AS A PLANNER:
PREPARING FOR LIFT-OFF
A personalized pre-event strategy session to align the message with your audience's specific needs - because one-size-fits-all isn't Charles' style.

HIGHLY ELEVATED ENGAGEMENT
A dynamic, interactive keynote where Charles blends storytelling and real-world insights to engage, challenge and equip your audience for action.

LANDING THE IMPACT
A post-event resource or follow-up to reinforce key takeaways and ensure the momentum doesn't stop when the event ends.

FUELING: ENGAGEMENT - LEADERSHIP - OWNERSHIP - INTENSITY - PERSEVERANCE

"Coach Charles" Bailey isn't just a speaker-he's a game-changer. A former championship athlete, evolved leader, and award-winning actor, Bailey knows pressure in ways most people never will. He's survived three heart surgeries, trained champions, led teams through high-stakes situations, and coached elite performers to win at the highest levels of sport. Now, he brings that same intensity to the stage, transforming disengaged teams into self-led, high-impact performers who take ownership and drive momentum.
When Bailey steps on stage, he doesn't just speak-he engages. His keynotes aren't passive; they're dynamic, interactive, and emotionally charged. He uses audience participation, creative problem-solving, and real-time engagement strategies-like audience polling and movement-based exercises-to pull attendees into the experience. His signature "Take F.L.I.G.H. T." keynote even includes a hands-on activity that serves as a creative metaphor for taking off toward the next level of performance and commitment.
Bailey has trained under the best, including master speaker coach Sylvie di Giusto and top acting coach Rus Blackwell (known for his Method-Meisner approach), enhancing his ability to connect with audiences on both a mental and emotional level. A certified member of the National Speakers Association (NSA) and Toastmasters, Bailey is also a best-selling author whose work has made waves in the leadership and performance space.
Engagement fuels success-and Bailey has the framework to make it happen. Whether you're leading a business, a sports team, or a creative endeavor, disengagement is the enemy of momentum-and Bailey knows how to fix it.
His energy is undeniable.
His message is unforgettable.
His impact is measurable.

BECAUSE CHARLES NEEDS YOUR BEST A/V PLAYERS, ON THE FIELD.

PRE-EVENT CHECKLIST FOR THE BEST AUDIENCE EXPERIENCE:
IF YOU ANTICIPATE ANY CHALLENGES, CONTACT US RIGHT AWAY SO WE CAN RESOLVE THEM IN ADVANCE. PLEASE SHARE THIS CHECKLIST WITH YOUR MEETING PLANNER AND AV CONTACT.
SETUP AND EQUIPMENT:
• WIRELESS LAVALIERE MICROPHONE PROVIDED BY THE CLIENT AND TRANSITION "CLICKER."
• PODIUMS, CHAIRS, STOOLS, AND STANDS SHOULD BE MOVED TO THE SIDE OF THE STAGE.
(CHARLES DOES NOT USE A PODIUM UNLESS NEEDED FOR HIS LAPTOP OR NOTES)
• HIGH DEFINITION CAMERA RECORDING; TWO ANGLES PREFERRED: 1) AUDIENCE 2) COACH CHARLES
PRE-EVENT SOUND CHECK
• MEET WITH CHARLES AT LEAST 60 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE EVENT FOR A SOUND AND A/V CHECK (UNLESS AGREED OTHERWISE)
• CHARLES WILL ALSO CONNECT WITH THE PERSON INTRODUCING HIM DURING THIS TIME.
CHARLES'S INTRODUCTION
• THE INTRODUCTION CAN BE WRITTEN OR CLIENT PRODUCED VIDEO FORMAT - VIDEO PREFERRED.
AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT
• IF THE PRESENTATION IS DURING A MEAL, PLEASE ENSURE FOOD SERVICE IS FINISHED AND DISHES ARE CLEARED BEFORE CHARLES SPEAKS.
• CHARLES' PROGRAMS ARE HIGHLY INTERACTIVE - PLEASE ENCOURAGE ATTENDEES TO SIT TOWARD THE FRONT FOR BETTER ENERGY, ENGAGEMENT AND EXPERIENCE.