Life Focus with Tony Richards

As a speaker, I want individuals and clients to see and get from me a clear message that is actionable and relevant to their needs. I want to be seen as an expert in my area, with a unique perspective and a compelling story to tell. I want to be able to connect with individuals and my audience on a personal level, and inspire them to take action or make a change. I also want to be seen as a professional who is reliable, punctual, and easy to work with.

In addition, I have a clear content strategy that outlines my message and the platforms used to deliver it. I am also mindful of the language used to express the purpose, and ensure that my message is actionable and relevant to my audience’s needs. Finally, I am open to feedback and willing to adjust my approach based on the needs of the audience.
I also provide follow-up, support and a quarterly newsletter focusing on various aspects of leadership, and/or the topics I present to this audience or organization.

Tony Richards is the President and Founder of the Tony Richards Leadership Academy. A nonprofit organization providing education and leadership development for people living on the autism spectrum. Tony is Co-founder of RT Global Solutions, an education and training organization designed to support global leadership. He served six years as the President/CEO of Impact Dakota, a manufacturing extension partnership program through the National Institute of Standards and Technology, based in Bismarck, North Dakota. He is an ordained minister and pastor working with ministries and organizations in America, Africa, India, Indonesia, Japan, Haiti, and Pakistan.
He is an author of four leadership development books, and a motivational keynote, workshop, retreat, and webinar speaker specializing on leadership, attitude, strategy planning, and board governance. Tony has worked with small organizations to Fortune 500 companies globally. He is also an adjunct professor teaching business and leadership.
Tony holds a doctorate in Organizational Leadership, a master’s in management and a bachelors in anthropology. He serves on various ministry and nonprofit boards throughout the United States.
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I have a 30-minute media show designed to motive and excite the audience that is played prior to start of program. I require lavalier microphone along with hand held for audience, PowerPoint presentation needs laptop and one flip chart with stand and markers and a pitcher of water and glass.