Phillip Van Hooser, CSP, CPAE

Hall of Fame speaker transforming leaders through trust, engagement & bottom-line results

Travels from Princeton KY, USA

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Speaks on:

Authentic Leadership

Communication

Leadership Development

Decision Making

Strategic Planning

Formats:

Keynote

Training

Workshop


Certified Speaking Professional
National Speakers Assn Speaker Hall of Fame
National Speakers Assn Cavett Award Recipient

Audience members say

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Phil captivates audiences with his thought-provoking approach to leadership, transforming complex concepts into "engaging and easy to understand" actionable strategies. He connects deeply through "real world examples" and "relatable references," creating an "absolutely insightful" experience that inspires participants to "lead intentionally." His unique blend of passion and practical wisdom empowers individuals with valuable tools for both professional growth and personal development, leaving audiences feeling enlightened and eager to apply his "excellent, practical information" in their everyday work environments.
Key Audience Outcomes
  • Participants gained actionable strategies for improving leadership skills in both professional and personal contexts.

  • Attendees developed a new perspective on their roles as individuals and colleagues, fostering self-reflection and a desire for personal growth.

  • Many participants felt motivated and encouraged to step outside their comfort zones and pursue career advancement in people management.

  • Participants acquired practical tools and techniques for handling real-life situations and fostering team growth.

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Phillip's Bio

Phillip Van Hooser, MBA, CSP, CPAE | Hall of Fame Speaker on Authentic Leadership | Author of Leaders Ought to Know and We Need to Talk Phillip Van Hooser is passionate about developing intentional leaders who can effectively engage and empower their employees to deliver powerful results. A seasoned leadership expert, keynote speaker, and author for over 3 decades, Phil has shared his leadership process with individuals and organizations around the world - with extraordinary results! A Hall of Fame keynote speaker and six-time author, Phil’s unique conversational style and relatable storytelling captivate audiences while empowering them with the fundamentals they need to unlock their leadership potential and elevate others. Phil’s insight, candor, and experiential understanding of leadership have made him a trusted guide to any individual or organization ready to level up their leadership.

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Phillip Offers the Following Talks

Leadership DevelopmentDecision Making

Choose to Lead: Steps Leaders Take to Intentionally Create Positive Impact

  • Discover a fresh outlook on the critical role that intentionally choosing to lead plays in elevating individual and organizational leadership effectiveness

  • Learn a powerful model for improving the quality and appropriateness of organizational decisions made

  • Leave with the 5 bases of decision-making and actionable methods for making decisions that deliver better results.

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60 - 90 minutes

Authentic LeadershipCommunication

Too Busy for Details: Strategies to Solidify Leadership Connection

  • Develop a better understanding of why employees want authentic connections, how these connections affect engagement and performance, and how to establish those connections

  • Discover steps to improve active listening and open communication and build greater respect, trust, and authenticity

  • Leave with engaging examples of what to do and what not to do to solidify trusting, cohesive relationships that improve employee performance and retention

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60 - 90 minutes

Authentic LeadershipCommunication

We Need to Talk: Building Trust When Communicating Gets Critical

  • Take away tried-and-true strategies for communicating difficult, unpleasant messages in a way that strengthens relationships rather than damages them

  • Understand strategic approaches to rebuilding the believability quotient when truthfulness hasn’t always been practiced

  • Develop active listening and communication methods that build rapport, empathy, and trust with employees and customers

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60 - 90 minutes

Leadership DevelopmentStrategic Planning

Moving Up, Moving On: Succession Planning for Continuity & Long-Term Growth

  • A practical 6-step process for successfully empowering employees for top-level management and leadership

  • Actionable insights on identifying and leveraging opportunities to strengthen their professional relationships through intentional communication

  • fresh, multi-demographic approach to succession planning and developing the next generation of capable, equipped leaders

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60 - 90 minutes




Frequently Asked Questions on Working With Phillip

You’ll get a partner, not just a presenter. I show up early, stay engaged, and care deeply about your success. After 35+ years and thousands of audiences, I know how to deliver meaningful content and make the process easy for planners from start to finish.

My speaking fee includes all preparation, pre-event planning, and a fully customized keynote experience. Travel is charged as a flat $1,500 fee, plus hotel accommodations. No surprises—just a simple, straightforward partnership that keeps your planning easy.

Absolutely. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all messages. I’ll work closely with you beforehand—through planning calls and background research—to align the message with your theme, audience dynamics, and industry realities. My goal is to reinforce your goals, not just deliver mine.

I’m happy to record personalized promo videos, share social media posts, or hop on camera for a message to your attendees. Just let me know what will help generate excitement.

Absolutely. I’m glad to do book signings and meet-and-greets while I’m onsite. I also have books that align with each keynote—many clients use them to reinforce the message long after the event ends.

I’m flexible. If you’d like to record for internal or limited-time use, I’m glad to accommodate. For broader distribution, let’s discuss terms so we can find a solution that protects both your needs and my content.


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