“You had the entire audience engaged in your presentation. We were pleased with our session, great panelists and a lot of questions from the participants.”

Janet Boston/ Executive Director Indiana Chamber of Commerce

“This interactive program was fantastic, and many attendees commented that they were going to put these techniques to use in the workplace. Chad is an amazing speaker with a fantastic program.”

Tammy Pierce/ CAP/ West Carrollton Schools

“Chad was very professional and received a lot of praise from my peers, and superiors who attended the meeting. Wonderful presentation that resonated with all of us. Thanks so much!”

Alex Bork/ IT Department, Nationwide Insurance

“I highly recommend Chad J. Willett as a speaker for any organization seeking an innovative approach to building confident leaders.”

Veronica N. Farris / Sr. Marketing Manager, Cardinal Health

“We had a great experience with Chad. He was really engaging and delivered an inspiring and useful message. I really think we will see the long term value from his framework.”

John Williamson/ VP, Finance Direct Energy

“Your engaging performance received rave reviews for both the quality of the delivery and value of the information. Your Techniques we can all easily leverage in our roles as business leaders. Bravo!”

K.C./ President, HBA Ohio

The future belongs to leaders willing to challenge old thinking, cast a bold vision, build future-focused strategies, and turn ideas into action.

Innovation keynote speaker Chad J. Willett brings his experience from the stages of Hollywood, business, and entrepreneurship to organizations ready to build their next generation of innovative leaders.

Through the Building Innovative Leaders keynote series, Chad challenges leaders to embrace four powerful pillars:

VISION → BREAKING THE SCRIPT → STRATEGY → EXECUTION

Time: 30 to 90 minutes

BUILDING INNOVATIVE LEADERS: Transforming VISION Into Winning Results on Any Stage.

The Innovative Leader challenges leaders to start CREATING the future!

It starts with vision. Leaders learn how to see what is possible, think bigger, and create a vision that moves themselves, their teams, and their organization forward.

CAST A BOLD VISION

Leaders learn how to adapt, challenge the status quo, ask bigger questions, experiment with new ideas, and turn their vision into winning results.

HUMAN IMAGINATION + ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Leaders learn how to use human imagination + artificial intelligence to generate bold ideas, solve problems differently, and discover new possibilities for their organization.

THE INNOVATIVE LEADER BREAKTHROUGH

Innovative Leaders Combine Human Imagination + Artificial Intelligence to Create the Future.

Time: 30 to 90 minutes

BUILDING INNOVATIVE LEADERS: In a world driven by AI, smash old thinking, challenge the status quo, and create what's next by BREAKING THE SCRIPT.

Smash The Box challenges leaders to stop thinking outside the box and start SMASHING IT!

It starts with mindset. Leaders discover the "4 Walls of the Mental Box" that keep them boxed in and stifles cultures of innovation:

THE 4 WALLS OF THE MENTAL BOX

FEAR
PERFECTION
NEGATIVITY
JUDGMENT

THE 4 “SMASH THE BOX” TECHNIQUES

Through the 4 Smash the Box techniques, leaders SMASH through the walls that hold them back and create a culture where innovation thrives by getting the Focus off of us, saying "Yes And," Not Anticipating and Embracing Mistakes.

THE SMASH THE BOX BREAKTHROUGH

Smashing through the 4 Walls of the Mental Box and unleashing innovation at the workplace.

Time: 30 to 90 minutes

BUILDING INNOVATIVE LEADERS: Breaking Free From the Past to Build a Future-Focused STRATEGY.

Rip Off the Rearview Mirror challenges leaders to stop leading through the past and start CREATING THE FUTURE!

Leaders discover how relying on old strategies, past successes, and outdated thinking can keep them from seeing where they need to go next.

STOP LEADING THROUGH THE REARVIEW MIRROR

Leaders learn how to stay present, focus their energy forward, and connect creativity with strategy.

DISCOVER YOUR THROUGH LINE

Innovative leaders create their own THROUGH LINE that connects where they are, where they're going, and how they're going to get there.

THE RIP OFF THE REARVIEW MIRROR BREAKTHROUGH

Innovative leaders stop looking backward, challenge yesterday’s thinking, and create tomorrow’s possibilities.

Time: 30 to 90 minutes

BUILDING INNOVATIVE LEADERS: Reimagine what's possible!

The Green Screen is an immersive, interactive keynote that challenges leaders to start imagining what could be at their organization!

In Hollywood, a green screen transforms an empty stage into an entirely new world. The same principle applies to leadership and innovation when leaders challenge conventional thinking, unleash their imagination, and turn bold ideas into action.

Chad brings an actual green screen to your event, transforming your conference stage into a working film location where audience members become part of the action!

WE TURN YOUR STAGE INTO A HOLLYWOOD FILM LOCATION & TAKEAWAYS INCLUDE:

NEW BACKDROP- Bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas into focus while building on the culture and strengths that make your company unique.
NEW PROJECTIONS- The “Green Screen” puts your organizations’ disruptive ideas (A new product, service, process or procedure) up on the board for all to see and be a part of.
NEW REALITY- Take ideas from imagination to execution by bringing your screen to life.

Through interactive Hollywood experiences and the power of the Green Screen, participants discover how to break limitations, create new possibilities, and bring their vision to life.

Time: 30 to 90 minutes

BUILDING INNOVATIVE LEADERS: Master the 93% of Communication Nobody Talks About.

The Lost Art challenges leaders to recognize that communication goes far beyond the words they speak.

It starts with how you show up. Leaders discover how body language, facial expressions, gestures, tone, energy, and presence can shape connection, trust, and influence.

FOCUS ON THE 93%

Leaders learn to become more aware of the non-verbal signals they send and receive, strengthening their ability to communicate, connect, and lead with greater executive presence.

FACIAL EXPRESSIONS – Communicate confidence, emotion, and authenticity without saying a word.
GESTURES – Use your hands and movements to reinforce your message and bring your words to life.
BODY LANGUAGE – Master your posture, presence, and physical energy to project confidence and credibility.
EYE CONTACT – Build trust, strengthen relationships, and connect with people on a deeper level.

THE LOST ART BREAKTHROUGH

Master the 93%. Elevate your presence. Transform the way you lead.

Every Building Innovative Leaders keynote address is customized specifically for your organization and the leaders in the audience.

Before the keynote address, your team will complete a Pre-Program Survey where you share your organization's vision, challenges, and desired outcomes. This is followed by a 60-minute Microsoft Teams conference call with Chad where he will customize his stories, content, and message to connect directly with your leaders.

The goal is to make the keynote address specific, relevant, and meaningful to the leaders in the room.

EVERY QUOTE INCLUDES:

All travel expenses are included in Chad's speaking fee. Your quote can also include hard and/or electronic copies of Smash The Box or Rip Off the Rearview Mirror for your leaders.

“You had the entire audience engaged in your presentation. We were pleased with our session, great panelists and a lot of questions from the participants.”

“This interactive program was fantastic, and many attendees commented that they were going to put these techniques to use in the workplace. Chad is an amazing speaker with a fantastic program.”

“Chad was very professional and received a lot of praise from my peers, and superiors who attended the meeting. Wonderful presentation that resonated with all of us. Thanks so much!”

“I highly recommend Chad J. Willett as a speaker for any organization seeking an innovative approach to building confident leaders.”

“We had a great experience with Chad. He was really engaging and delivered an inspiring and useful message. I really think we will see the long term value from his framework.”

“Your engaging performance received rave reviews for both the quality of the delivery and value of the information. Your Techniques we can all easily leverage in our roles as business leaders. Bravo!”

Building Innovative Leaders: Leadership & Innovation Keynote Programs

“The Innovative Leader"

“Smash The Box”

“Rip Off the Rearview Mirror”

"The Green Screen"

"The Lost Art"

Built For Your Leaders