Igniting
Communication & Leadership
Scott Schwefel’s keynotes empower executive audiences with practical communication strategies that improve leadership, strengthen team dynamics, and accelerate performance.
Uncover Scott’s Story
The Impact of a World-Class Keynote Speaker
Scott Schwefel is a globally recognized keynote speaker who helps organizations unlock the full potential of their leaders and teams. With decades of experience on stages across 20 countries and all 50 U.S. states—including a TEDx talk viewed by over 4 million people—Scott delivers presentations that captivate, educate, and inspire. His keynotes blend real-world business insight with compelling storytelling and practical strategies, leaving executive audiences aligned, energized, and ready to lead with greater clarity and purpose.
Why Leaders Invite Scott:
Scott’s keynotes equip executives and employees with the tools to communicate better, collaborate effectively, and adapt to anyone’s style – exactly what today’s fast-paced, diverse workplaces demand. He connects with audiences using engaging stories, business insights, and a touch of humor, ensuring that attendees leave not only inspired but also armed with actionable strategies to implement right away.
A Proven Voice on the World Stage
From Entrepreneur to Global Keynote Leader
For over 30 years, Scott Schwefel has been at the intersection of business and communication. As a successful entrepreneur-turned-speaker, he’s uniquely positioned to understand the challenges of executive leadership – and to help solve them. Scott built and sold two companies by age 40, earning recognition on the Inc. 5000 and “40 Under 40” lists for his achievements. Today, he is the Founder and CEO of Discover Yourself, Inc., a three-time Inc. 5000 honoree that delivers cutting-edge communication training worldwide
Scott’s real-world business experience is complemented by top-tier speaking credentials. He is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) – a designation held by fewer than 10% of professional speakers, reflecting his commitment to excellence. He has presented to over 1,000 organizations across all 50 states and 20+ countries, from Fortune 500 corporations to high-growth startups. As a testament to his global impact, Scott’s TEDx talk on communication and self-awareness has garnered over 4 million views online, and he is a featured speaker for Vistage, the world’s largest CEO network.
Industry leaders trust Scott to educate and energize their teams. He has personally trained more than 50,000 people and coached over 4,000 CEOs in effective leadership and communication. His client roster reads like a who’s who of top companies – including Google, Apple, 3M, Target, Wells Fargo, Boeing, Medtronic, and even the U.S. Department of Defense. Each engagement is tailored to the client’s needs, ensuring relevant examples and takeaways for immediate business results.
In every keynote, Scott draws on rich, real experiences – from building a $12M business from scratch, to living with tribes in Africa, to coaching CEOs through high-stakes growth – to challenge and engage his audience. Executives find his perspective refreshingly practical and authentic. As one client noted, “Scott’s communication insights aren’t just theory – they’re tools we now use daily to drive our culture forward.”
Certified Speaking Professional
Scott holds the prestigious CSP designation among the top 10% of speakers
Expert persona-driven solutions
Scott has presented worldwide, shaping leadership across diverse cultures
Innovative Communication Methodology
Scott’s ‘Communicate in Full Color’ method revolutionizes organizational dynamics
Our Offerings
Keynote Topics & Outcomes
Keynote Speaking
Scott Schwefel delivers high-impact keynote presentations that captivate executive audiences and inspire meaningful change. Drawing on decades of leadership experience, global speaking engagements, and proven communication frameworks, Scott equips organizations with actionable insights to improve collaboration, leadership, and performance. Each keynote is tailored to the unique goals of your event, ensuring relevance, engagement, and lasting impact.
Workshops
Scott’s interactive workshops go beyond inspiration to drive real transformation within teams and organizations. Designed for leadership teams, departments, or company-wide audiences, these sessions combine practical tools with hands-on activities to deepen self-awareness, strengthen communication, and build alignment. Whether delivered in-person or virtually, Scott’s workshops are customized to address your challenges and accelerate team development.
Coaching
As a seasoned entrepreneur and executive coach, Scott Schwefel provides one-on-one and small group coaching for leaders who want to grow with intention. His coaching approach blends behavioral insight, strategic thinking, and candid guidance to help executives improve communication, enhance decision-making, and lead more effectively. Scott has personally coached thousands of leaders, helping them unlock their potential and lead with clarity and confidence.
Elevate Your Team’s Performance
When you bring Scott Schwefel to your leadership retreat, sales kickoff, or conference, you’re investing in an experience that will energize your audience and catalyze real change. From the moment Scott takes the stage, he engages your people with ideas they will be talking about long after the event.
Why Choose Us
With a rare mix of business acumen, speaking excellence, and global experience, Scott brings a unique perspective to every audience he serves.
Trusted by Global Brands
Scott has delivered impactful keynotes and workshops to some of the world’s most respected organizations—including Google, Apple, Boeing, and the U.S. Department of Defense. With over 1,000 events across 20 countries and all 50 U.S. states, Scott is a proven partner for high-stakes, high-impact moments.
Experience That Translates to Results
With 30+ years as an entrepreneur, executive coach, and Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), Scott brings real-world insights that resonate. His presentations don’t just inspire—they equip leaders with practical tools to drive better communication, stronger teams, and measurable performance improvements.
Custom-Tailored for Your Audience
No two organizations are alike. That’s why every keynote, workshop, or coaching engagement is customized to your goals, audience, and culture. Whether addressing C-suite executives or cross-functional teams, Scott ensures his message aligns perfectly with your strategic priorities.
Engaging Delivery with Lasting Impact
Scott combines storytelling, humor, and high-energy facilitation to create experiences that people remember—and apply. His ability to connect with any audience leaves participants inspired, self-aware, and ready to take action immediately.
Inspiring Leadership Stories
Success Stories That Speak Volumes
Discover how Scott Schwefel has transformed leadership and communication. These are a few of Scott’s enthusiastic reviews. See his LinkedIn page for more.
I brought Scott in to present at a conference and he nailed it! He kicked off an annual two day conference of leaders in Chicago. I was delighted to see his concepts being referred to throughout the two days, meaning they stuck. He helped set the tone for a great couple days. He was engaging, funny and his points were spot on. Scott is a pro and he always delivers. He and his team are a delight to work with. I am pleased to recommend Scott and his team!
Tom Kuhn
CEO/Owner at Qnity, Inc
When you listen to Scott, you immediately realize you have a hole to fill in your knowledge of how people communicate. His experience and approach of how people interact is invaluable to companies of any size.
Scott Jagodzinski
Ventures at GoKart Labs
Upon meeting Scott you will first recognize that he is a high energy very knowledgeable executive. The services he and his company provide have never been more valuable than today within Corporate America.
Paul Taunton
President, CEO, Business Impact Group
Bring Impact to the Stage
Book Scott for Your Next Keynote
When the stakes are high and the message matters, Scott Schwefel delivers. With a track record of engaging executive audiences and energizing teams across the globe, Scott’s keynotes are designed to inspire action, spark lasting change, and align perfectly with your event’s goals.
Ready to create a keynote experience your audience will remember—and apply?