Austin J. Franklin
Keynote Speaker: Leadership Development Expert; CEO at Good-Natured Life; Organizational Growth & Communication Specialist
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Austin J. Franklin Biography
Austin J. Franklin is a keynote speaker, author, and leadership expert whose entrepreneurial career began at an early age. Franklin is the CEO and co-founder of Good-Natured Life, an educational company he established at age 20 while a junior at Hampden-Sydney College. The company focuses on adult and youth development through workshops and keynotes, specializing in leadership, rhetoric, and etiquette programs for schools, corporations, and nonprofit organizations.
Franklin completed Harvard Business School's pre-MBA program and earned a Master of Business Administration from Rollins College's Crummer Graduate School of Business. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in economics with a minor in rhetoric from Hampden-Sydney College. Drawing on experience from consulting with leaders across industries and a strong academic background, Franklin brings expertise in leadership development, organizational growth, and communication to his speaking engagements.
As an author, Franklin has written "The DifferenceMaker Leader: Five Timeless Ideas That Inspire You To Lead Differently In The World" and "Wake, Rise, and Smile: Four True Stories and One Remarkable Idea Which Encourage Us to Rise Above Life's Disadvantages." His DifferenceMaker Leader Vision Formula provides a framework for leaders to pursue their vision. Franklin has conducted leadership training for executives and teams in industries including healthcare, education, transportation, hospitality, law, construction, and government.
Franklin served as keynote speaker for the Billion Dollar Roundtable Summit Induction Ceremony, a group that includes many Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies. He has worked with leaders worldwide to support professional and personal growth. Good-Natured Life also hosts the annual Good-Natured DifferenceMaker Program, an initiative for high school and college students focused on leadership and personal development.
Franklin has served as a commencement speaker, been named one of Florida Black Expo's Top 20 Under 40, and received the Community Pearls Award as a "Leader Under 40 Changing Lives." He is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and Leadership Jacksonville – Next Generation, and serves as an advisory board member for the Johnson Family YMCA and AMIKids in Clay County, Florida. Franklin has appeared on radio and television programs and has been featured in CEOWORLD Magazine, Yahoo Finance, and Medium's Authority Magazine.
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Austin J. Franklin Speaking Topics
As leaders, we have the unique power to create a meaningful difference. Despite disruptions and uncertainties, we can still flourish. When we make a meaningful difference, lives become inspired, situations positively shift, and desired results are often achieved.
In this engaging and inspirational keynote, Austin J. Franklin uses captivating storytelling and research-driven insights to teach participants the essential pillars of effective leadership in today’s world. Attendees will gain a practical framework to apply in their own leadership journeys, equipping them to position their organizations for a future-ready and thriving workplace.
Key Takeaways:
- Participants will learn how to develop and identify a robust vision that generates team buy in and cohesion.
- Participants will learn how to build a stronger connection with their team and discover innovative strategies to boost employee retention and engagement.
- Participants will learn how to navigate change through the art of adaptability.
- Participants will learn strategies to unlock their personal and team potential.
Research suggests that most people who have a vision fail to accomplish it. As a business leader, Austin J. Franklin understands the importance of leading with vision. Franklin believes that vision is the fundamental starting point when leading yourself and others.
As a way to give leaders the best opportunity of attaining their vision, Austin J. Franklin created a formula called the DifferenceMaker Leader Vision Formula™.
Key Takeaways:
- Participants will learn a cutting-edge formula that will give direction in achieving their personal and team visions.
- Participants will learn how to tap into their "hidden credentials".
- Participants will learn how to lead themselves and their employees with confidence.
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How much does it cost to book Austin J. Franklin for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Austin J. Franklin, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Austin J. Franklin are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Austin J. Franklin, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Austin J. Franklin speak about?
Austin J. Franklin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Leadership, Motivational, Business Leadership, Business Consulting, Business, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Personal Growth, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking and Executive Leadership.
Where does Austin J. Franklin travel from?
Austin J. Franklin generally travels from Fleming Island, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Austin J. Franklin?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Austin J. Franklin for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Austin J. Franklin for your next private or corporate function.
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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Austin J. Franklin or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Austin J. Franklin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Leadership, Motivational and Business Leadership. The estimated speaking fee range to book Austin J. Franklin for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Austin J. Franklin generally travels from Fleming Island, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Israel Greene, Garrison Wynn and Igor Beuker. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Austin J. Franklin for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Austin J. Franklin Speaking Topics
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Think Like A DifferenceMaker Leader
As leaders, we have the unique power to create a meaningful difference. Despite disruptions and uncertainties, we can still flourish. When we make a meaningful difference, lives become inspired, situations positively shift, and desired results are often achieved.
In this engaging and inspirational keynote, Austin J. Franklin uses captivating storytelling and research-driven insights to teach participants the essential pillars of effective leadership in today’s world. Attendees will gain a practical framework to apply in their own leadership journeys, equipping them to position their organizations for a future-ready and thriving workplace.
Key Takeaways:
- Participants will learn how to develop and identify a robust vision that generates team buy in and cohesion.
- Participants will learn how to build a stronger connection with their team and discover innovative strategies to boost employee retention and engagement.
- Participants will learn how to navigate change through the art of adaptability.
- Participants will learn strategies to unlock their personal and team potential.
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Let Vision Lead The Way
Research suggests that most people who have a vision fail to accomplish it. As a business leader, Austin J. Franklin understands the importance of leading with vision. Franklin believes that vision is the fundamental starting point when leading yourself and others.
As a way to give leaders the best opportunity of attaining their vision, Austin J. Franklin created a formula called the DifferenceMaker Leader Vision Formula™.
Key Takeaways:
- Participants will learn a cutting-edge formula that will give direction in achieving their personal and team visions.
- Participants will learn how to tap into their "hidden credentials".
- Participants will learn how to lead themselves and their employees with confidence.
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Austin J. Franklin Reviews
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Austin was great and from everything I hear, everyone loved having him with us.
NCLGISA - Oct 29 2025
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How do I book Austin J. Franklin to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Austin J. Franklin for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Austin J. Franklin, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Austin J. Franklin or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Austin J. Franklin for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Austin J. Franklin, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Austin J. Franklin are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Austin J. Franklin, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Austin J. Franklin speak about?
Austin J. Franklin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Leadership, Motivational, Business Leadership, Business Consulting, Business, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Personal Growth, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking and Executive Leadership. -
Where does Austin J. Franklin travel from?
Austin J. Franklin generally travels from Fleming Island, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Austin J. Franklin?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Austin J. Franklin for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Austin J. Franklin for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Austin J. Franklin or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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