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Dr. Dennis Cummins

New York City, NY

$7500 and up

Travels nationwide

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Overview

High-Energy Keynotes on Leadership, Communication, and Connection

Dr. Dennis Cummins delivers high-energy keynote presentations that help leaders and teams communicate with clarity, confidence, and genuine human connection.

His work focuses on leadership, communication, and overcoming adversity, giving organizations like yours practical tools to build trust, inspire action, and navigate change.

Through his Invitational Selling™ approach, Dennis helps teams differentiate their message and strengthen connection in environments shaped by AI-generated content.


Reviews

17 reviews

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K J.

September 18, 2023
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Best Emcee we’ve ever had!

Hiring Dr. Dennis Cummins as the Emcee for our recent event was one of the best decisions we made. His performance was nothing short of exceptional, and he played a pivotal role in making the event a resounding success.
What impressed me the most was Dr. Cummins' preparation and dedication to understanding the event's objectives. He took the time to familiarize himself with our organization and its mission, which was reflected in his heartfelt delivery and resonated with the audience.
His seamless transitions, witty anecdotes, and great stories kept the audience captivated and were nothing short of masterful.
His commanding presence and ability to connect with the audience were evident as he effortlessly guided the proceedings, ensuring a smooth and engaging experience for our guests.
I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Dennis Cummins as an Emcee for any event.

Hired as: Emcee


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Renee Y.

February 23, 2022
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Excellent!

Dennis' business motivational speech was a hit with the sales staff! His engaging presentation skills enabled him to connect with the group on both a personal and professional level. I have been organizing sales meetings for this group for 5 years and this was the best feedback that I have received to date. I want to thank him for helping to make the event a success!

Hired as: Business Motivational Speaker

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Dr. Dennis Cummins

Hi Renee,
Thank you so much for the kind words.
I was a pleasure working with you and your group.

Stay Well and Stay Awersome,

Dennis


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James K.

February 19, 2022
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Highly motivating, perfect for our corporate retreat!

Dennis was excellent! We had our first-ever company retreat in New York, and Dennis presented one of the most memorial and motivating presentations that I have seen in a while. He understood our business goals and applied our challenges directly to his presentation, which left our entire team feeling motivated and inspired for the year ahead! I would highly recommend Dennis for small or large corporate groups of any size across any industry vertical and plan to book again!

Hired as: Author, Business Motivational Speaker, Industry Expert, Leadership/Success Speaker, Motivational Speaker

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Dr. Dennis Cummins

James, thank you so much for the kind words. It was a pleasure working with you and your team. I look forward to hearing about the amazing growth of your organization In 2020. You company makes a differtin this world. Just keep doing what you you’re doing.


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Michele B.

October 24, 2025
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Manager Retreat - Guest Speaker

Dr. Dennis Cummins delivered an outstanding presentation at our recent manager event. His energetic presence immediately captured the room, creating an atmosphere of enthusiasm and openness. Staff remained fully engaged throughout, drawn in by his authenticity and dynamic delivery.

The interactive exercises - particularly the vision board activity and the "breaking through barriers" segment, proved to be powerful tools for reflection and growth. These moments not only encouraged personal breakthroughs but also fostered a renewed sense of team unity and purpose.

By the end of the session, our team felt genuinely motivated and rejuvenated. Dr. Cummins left a lasting impression, equipping us with both inspiration and actionable insights to carry forward.

Hired as: Business Motivational Speaker, Leadership/Success Speaker, Motivational Speaker


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Marco B.

June 13, 2023
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Great speaker enjoyed by all

Very enlightening and entertaining!

Hired as: Business Motivational Speaker, Motivational Speaker

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Booking information

Price range: $7500 and up

Languages: English

Gig length: 45 - 180 minutes

What to expect

When you book Dr. Dennis Cummins, you can expect a high-energy, highly engaging keynote experience that blends insight, interaction, and real-world application. Audiences won’t just listen, they’ll think, reflect, and participate.

Dennis creates an environment where people feel comfortable leaning in and being part of the experience. Through storytelling, practical examples, and guided interaction, audiences stay engaged while gaining tools they can immediately apply in their work and leadership roles.

Your audience will leave with:

Clear, practical strategies they can use right away

A stronger understanding of how to communicate with confidence and authenticity

Tools to build trust, improve buy-in, and navigate challenge and change

A renewed sense of ownership around how they lead, influence, and show up

From an event planning perspective, you can expect a professional, collaborative partner. Dennis works with you ahead of the event to understand your audience, goals, and desired outcomes, and he tailors the experience to fit your program and schedule.

The result is a keynote that feels relevant, polished, and purposeful, one that energizes the room while delivering substance your audience will remember and use long after the event ends.

About

Dr. Dennis Cummins is an international keynote speaker, sales and leadership communication expert, and business consultant who helps organizations strengthen clarity, confidence, and genuine human connection. His work supports leaders, teams, and associations that want communication to drive alignment, trust, and real results, not just inspiration.

Dennis is the creator of the Invitational Selling™ system, a human-centered framework that helps audiences replace pressure-driven messaging with conversations that feel authentic, engaging, and effective. His programs address leadership, communication, and overcoming adversity, equipping audiences with practical tools that apply across high-stakes conversations, presentations, and decision-making moments.

As the Founder and CEO of Pro Speaker Academy and co-founder and co-chair of the C-Suite Network Corporate Speakers Council, Dennis works closely with executives, entrepreneurs, and professional organizations to elevate influence on stage, on screen, and inside their organizations.

Known for delivering high-energy, insight-driven keynotes grounded in real-world experience, Dennis has worked with organizations and associations nationwide. Clients value his ability to simplify complex ideas, translate strategy into action, and deliver messages that resonate beyond the event.

Dennis is the bestselling author of Turning Terrible into Terrific and Non-Professionally Speaking, and the forthcoming book Invitational Selling™. Whether addressing leadership teams, conference audiences, or sales organizations, his focus remains the same: helping people communicate in ways that create momentum, ownership, and lasting impact.

Past booked events

October 2025

22

Wednesday

Corporate Event

10:00am - 11:00am

Las Vegas, NV

February 2025

28

Friday

Corporate Event

9:00am - 10:00am

Orlando, FL

January 2024

28

Sunday

Campus Event

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Orlando, FL

September 2023

15

Friday

Nonprofit Event

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Scottsdale, AZ

June 2023

08

Thursday

Corporate Event

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Henderson, NV

April 2023

20

Thursday

Corporate Event

10:00am - 11:00am

Orlando, FL

January 2023

29

Sunday

Nonprofit Event

9:00am - 11:00am

Las Vegas, NV

December 2022

10

Saturday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Warwick, NY

March 2022

21

Monday

Corporate Event

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Orlando, FL

February 2022

22

Tuesday

Corporate Event

9:00am - 11:00am

Kissimmee, FL

17

Thursday

Corporate Event

12:30pm - 1:15pm

New York City, NY

January 2022

31

Monday

Corporate Event

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Las Vegas, NV

30

Sunday

Nonprofit Event

12:00pm - 1:30pm

Las Vegas, NV

29

Saturday

Convention/Trade Show

11:00am - 12:00pm

Orlando, FL

25

Tuesday

Convention/Trade Show

10:00am - 11:00am

Las Vegas, NV

December 2021

06

Monday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 10:00pm

Orlando, FL

October 2021

12

Tuesday

Corporate Event

3:30pm - 4:00pm

Las Vegas, NV

October 2019

13

Sunday

Corporate Event

11:00am - 12:00pm

Las Vegas, NV

February 2019

20

Wednesday

Corporate Event

10:30am - 11:30am

Las Vegas, NV

November 2018

27

Tuesday

Corporate Event

8:30am - 5:30pm

New York City, NY

October 2018

05

Friday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 6:15pm

Las Vegas, NV

July 2018

06

Friday

Corporate Event

9:00am - 10:30am

Las Vegas, NV

Setup requirements

Projector

Lavalier Microphone

Electric

Adapaters to connect Mac book to projector

Flip Chart and Fat Markers