Eddie Turner

Eddie Turner

Keynote Speaker: Leadership Development Expert & Executive Coach; Forbes-Recognized Authority on Emerging Leaders; Author of "140 Simple Messages to Guide Emerging Leaders"

Eddie Turner Biography

Eddie Turner is a leadership development expert with training from Harvard and a background in organizational behavior from Northwestern University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science. Turner also holds an executive certificate in public leadership from the Harvard Kennedy School. Known professionally as The Leadership Excelerator, Turner has delivered cross-generational leadership development programs for Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, academic institutions, and nonprofit organizations seeking to enhance their human capital. His client roster includes major corporations such as Pepsi, Deloitte, GE, Dell, Apple, ExxonMobil, the United States Naval Air Systems Command, the NFL, and the WNBA.

Turner has been recognized by Forbes as a leading authority on emerging leaders. He has appeared on global rankings as one of the top 10 motivational speakers in the world by Global Gurus for multiple years. He is also listed among the top 25 thought leaders in leadership by Thinkers 360, on the Power List of the top 200 biggest voices in leadership by leadersHum, and as one of the top 25 mentors globally by the International Federation of Learning and Development. As an author, Turner wrote the internationally bestselling book "140 Simple Messages to Guide Emerging Leaders" and is one of 52 coauthors of "The Light Book 2."

Turner is a member of Marshall Goldsmith's 100 Coaches, the National Speakers Association—where he holds the CSP credential—the International Coaching Federation, and the Association for Talent Development, where he is a contributing subject matter expert to the Talent Development Body of Knowledge. He is an ICF Professional Certified Coach and an official ICF Mentor Coach, mentoring coaches to attain their ICF credentials. Turner is also a coach trainer for Rice University's ICF Authorized Leadership Coaching Certification Program, which leads to an ACC level credential from the ICF.

Turner is the former host of the "Keep Leading!" podcast, which earned Apple Podcasts' New and Noteworthy designation and reached audiences in 80 countries. As a media personality, Turner has shared his expertise in national print, radio, and television media, including Wall Street Journal, CNN, Fox News, PBS, NPR, and ABC, and has served as a national media commentator. Turner is recognized for his practical approach to leadership development, equipping leaders at every level to accelerate performance and drive impact in the fields of executive coaching, leadership training, and organizational development.

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Eddie Turner Speaking Topics

The Leadership Excelerator

The Leadership Excelerator is a leadership development program customized to an organizations unique needs after a consultation. It is delivered at the clients location virtually or face-to-face or as a hybrid solution.

The Emotionally Intelligent Leader

The Emotionally Intelligent Leader is a one-day or two-day workshop that can also be a two-hour breakout session.

Accelerate the Development of Emerging Leaders

There is an urgent need for effective leadership in our institutions of higher learning, government and corporations. Emerging leaders are all around us, but they need help developing into effective leaders. This keynote will explain what it means to be a leader, and outline the process needed to build leadership in oneself and in others, through appropriate development techniques. Attendees will leave with an enhanced ability to define and identify effective leadership, recognize opportunities for emerging leaders to practice leadership, and recommend effective methods for leadership development.

Facilitated Collaboration--Effective Techniques to Drive Business Value

Designing and Delivering Effective Virtual Classes and Virtual Meetings

Eddie Turner Videos

Emerging as a Leader & Speaking Truth to Power | Eddie Turner
Eddie Turner - Keynote Speaker
Eddie Turner - Executive Coach, Facilitator & Speaker

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How much does it cost to book Eddie Turner for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Eddie Turner, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Eddie Turner are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Eddie Turner, 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 Eddie Turner speak about?

Eddie Turner is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business Leadership, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Leadership, Podcast Host, Author, Bestselling Authors, Host & Emcee, Business, Motivational, Innovation, Business Coaching, Executive Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking.

Where does Eddie Turner travel from?

Eddie Turner generally travels from Houston, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Eddie Turner?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Eddie Turner 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 Eddie Turner for your next private or corporate function.

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Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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Eddie Turner is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business Leadership, Human Resources and Teamwork & Teambuilding. The estimated speaking fee range to book Eddie Turner for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Eddie Turner generally travels from Houston, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Patrick Lencioni, Cheryl Cran and Rich Horwath. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Eddie Turner for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 01/06/2026.

Eddie Turner Speaking Topics

  • The Leadership Excelerator

    The Leadership Excelerator is a leadership development program customized to an organizations unique needs after a consultation. It is delivered at the clients location virtually or face-to-face or as a hybrid solution.

  • The Emotionally Intelligent Leader

    The Emotionally Intelligent Leader is a one-day or two-day workshop that can also be a two-hour breakout session.

  • Accelerate the Development of Emerging Leaders

    There is an urgent need for effective leadership in our institutions of higher learning, government and corporations. Emerging leaders are all around us, but they need help developing into effective leaders. This keynote will explain what it means to be a leader, and outline the process needed to build leadership in oneself and in others, through appropriate development techniques. Attendees will leave with an enhanced ability to define and identify effective leadership, recognize opportunities for emerging leaders to practice leadership, and recommend effective methods for leadership development.

  • Facilitated Collaboration--Effective Techniques to Drive Business Value

  • Designing and Delivering Effective Virtual Classes and Virtual Meetings

Eddie Turner Videos

Emerging as a Leader & Speaking Truth to Power | Eddie Turner
Eddie Turner - Keynote Speaker
Eddie Turner - Executive Coach, Facilitator & Speaker
  • How do I book Eddie Turner to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Eddie Turner 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 Eddie Turner, 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 Eddie Turner or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Eddie Turner for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Eddie Turner, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Eddie Turner are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Eddie Turner, 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 Eddie Turner speak about?

  • Where does Eddie Turner travel from?

    Eddie Turner generally travels from Houston, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Eddie Turner?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Eddie Turner 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 Eddie Turner 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 Eddie Turner 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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