Nicholas Kelly

Nicholas Kelly

Keynote Speaker: Dietitian; Clinician/Patient Advocate; Cystic Fibrosis Fighter; TEDx Speaker & Author

Nicholas Kelly Biography

Nicholas Kelly's approach to life is filled with compassion, artistry, knowledge and a deep-rooted desire to do good in the world. Diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at 3 months old by his mother, Kelly never let his condition prevent him from pursuing a normal life. Kelly worked hard, overcame obstacles and thrived in all that he did, earning bachelor's and master's degrees from Bowling Green State University, after which he became a dietitian.

In addition to his academic success, Kelly is an author, poet, educator, dancer and decorated speaker. He draws from his personal experiences to inspire others to live to their full potential, use their strengths, remain positive and advocate for themselves and others. Kelly is an advocate for the cystic fibrosis and chronic disease community, gaining recognition in the media and from national and local organizations and for his patient-centric speeches.

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Nicholas Kelly Speaking Topics

Revolutionizing Healthcare: Bridging the Gap Between Clinicians and Patients

Program Overview: Unlock the power of empathy and communication in healthcare by exploring actionable steps to improve clinician accountability, understand the patient's perspective, and implement practices that enhance patient outcomes.

Extensive Overview: Dive into a transformative session that focuses on building stronger relationships between patients and clinicians. By delving into the patient's perspective, participants will gain insights on fostering trust, empathy, and effective communication to drive positive outcomes. The program will also address the importance of mindfulness in interactions with minority populations, providing strategies to enhance relationships and promote inclusivity in healthcare settings.

Learning Objectives and Takeaways:

  • Practical strategies to enhance clinician accountability through actionable steps for dynamic growth.
  • Gain a deeper understanding of the patient's perspective to improve communication and care delivery.
  • Implement patient-centric practices to enhance healthcare outcomes.
  • Channel passion into improving work dynamics and outcomes for both clinicians and patients.
  • Enhance mindfulness in interactions with minority populations and explore strategies to foster more effective relationships and conversations.

Attendee Engagement Style: Foster interactive discussions, case studies, and role-playing exercises to deepen learning and allow participants to actively engage with the content.

The 3P’s Method: Passion. Purpose. Productivity.

Program Overview: Unlock the power of the 3P's Method—Passion, Purpose and Productivity— to create a more engaged, motivated, and productive environment in various aspects of life. This framework not only enhances performance but also contributes to personal and professional fulfillment.

Learning Objectives and Takeaways:

  • Understand the Concept of Passion: Define passion and recognize its role in driving intrinsic motivation; identify personal and professional passions that ignite enthusiasm and energy.

  • Comprehend the Role of Purpose: Define purpose and understand how it channels passion into meaningful actions; learn how to align passion with broader goals to create a sense of direction and focus.

  • Recognize the Impact on Productivity: Define productivity and understand its relationship with passion and purpose; identify how passion and purpose lead to increased engagement, better performance, and efficient resource utilization.

  • Apply the 3P's Framework: Learn practical strategies to discover and nurture passion; develop skills to align passion with purpose in various contexts (workplace, education, personal development); implement techniques to enhance productivity by leveraging passion and purpose.

Attendee Engagement Style: Foster interactive discussions, case studies, and roleplaying exercises to deepen learning and allow participants to actively engage with the content.

Beyond the Data: The Human Perspective in Pharma

In the fast-paced world of pharmaceuticals, it’s easy to focus on numbers, studies, and performance metrics — and forget that behind every data point is a human being.

In Beyond the Data: The Human Perspective in Pharma, Nick Kelly bridges science and empathy through a powerful message drawn from his dual experience as both a clinician and a patient living with chronic illness.

This presentation challenges research, sales, and operations teams to reconnect with the people their work impacts — and demonstrates how doing so leads to more meaningful research, authentic communication, and stronger business outcomes.

Key Takeaways:

  • Humanize Research: Design and interpret studies that reflect real-world patient experiences.
  • Elevate Sales: Communicate with authenticity and empathy to build lasting trust.
  • Align Operations with Purpose: Make decisions that connect innovation with patient impact.

Why It Resonates

Nick’s unique perspective bridges the gap between the clinical and personal sides of healthcare. His message reminds audiences that when we reconnect to why we do the work — the outcomes, morale, and meaning all follow.

Nicholas Kelly Videos

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How do I book Nicholas Kelly to speak at my event?

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How much does it cost to book Nicholas Kelly for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Nicholas Kelly, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Nicholas Kelly are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Nicholas Kelly, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Nicholas Kelly speak about?

Nicholas Kelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Family & Parenting, Overcoming Adversity, Non-Fiction Authors, Psychology, Social Sciences, Professional Development, Peak Performance, Storytelling, Health & Wellness, Nutrition, Children's Authors, Genetics and Motivational.

Where does Nicholas Kelly travel from?

Nicholas Kelly generally travels from Cleveland, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Nicholas Kelly?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Nicholas Kelly 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 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Nicholas Kelly 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 Nicholas Kelly 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.


Nicholas Kelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Family & Parenting, Overcoming Adversity and Non-Fiction Authors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Nicholas Kelly for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Nicholas Kelly generally travels from Cleveland, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Shannon Miller, Mark Victor Hansen and Dustin Grice. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Nicholas Kelly for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 15/12/2025.

Nicholas Kelly Speaking Topics

  • Revolutionizing Healthcare: Bridging the Gap Between Clinicians and Patients

    Program Overview: Unlock the power of empathy and communication in healthcare by exploring actionable steps to improve clinician accountability, understand the patient's perspective, and implement practices that enhance patient outcomes.

    Extensive Overview: Dive into a transformative session that focuses on building stronger relationships between patients and clinicians. By delving into the patient's perspective, participants will gain insights on fostering trust, empathy, and effective communication to drive positive outcomes. The program will also address the importance of mindfulness in interactions with minority populations, providing strategies to enhance relationships and promote inclusivity in healthcare settings.

    Learning Objectives and Takeaways:

    • Practical strategies to enhance clinician accountability through actionable steps for dynamic growth.
    • Gain a deeper understanding of the patient's perspective to improve communication and care delivery.
    • Implement patient-centric practices to enhance healthcare outcomes.
    • Channel passion into improving work dynamics and outcomes for both clinicians and patients.
    • Enhance mindfulness in interactions with minority populations and explore strategies to foster more effective relationships and conversations.

    Attendee Engagement Style: Foster interactive discussions, case studies, and role-playing exercises to deepen learning and allow participants to actively engage with the content.

  • The 3P’s Method: Passion. Purpose. Productivity.

    Program Overview: Unlock the power of the 3P's Method—Passion, Purpose and Productivity— to create a more engaged, motivated, and productive environment in various aspects of life. This framework not only enhances performance but also contributes to personal and professional fulfillment.

    Learning Objectives and Takeaways:

    • Understand the Concept of Passion: Define passion and recognize its role in driving intrinsic motivation; identify personal and professional passions that ignite enthusiasm and energy.

    • Comprehend the Role of Purpose: Define purpose and understand how it channels passion into meaningful actions; learn how to align passion with broader goals to create a sense of direction and focus.

    • Recognize the Impact on Productivity: Define productivity and understand its relationship with passion and purpose; identify how passion and purpose lead to increased engagement, better performance, and efficient resource utilization.

    • Apply the 3P's Framework: Learn practical strategies to discover and nurture passion; develop skills to align passion with purpose in various contexts (workplace, education, personal development); implement techniques to enhance productivity by leveraging passion and purpose.

    Attendee Engagement Style: Foster interactive discussions, case studies, and roleplaying exercises to deepen learning and allow participants to actively engage with the content.

  • Beyond the Data: The Human Perspective in Pharma

    In the fast-paced world of pharmaceuticals, it’s easy to focus on numbers, studies, and performance metrics — and forget that behind every data point is a human being.

    In Beyond the Data: The Human Perspective in Pharma, Nick Kelly bridges science and empathy through a powerful message drawn from his dual experience as both a clinician and a patient living with chronic illness.

    This presentation challenges research, sales, and operations teams to reconnect with the people their work impacts — and demonstrates how doing so leads to more meaningful research, authentic communication, and stronger business outcomes.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Humanize Research: Design and interpret studies that reflect real-world patient experiences.
    • Elevate Sales: Communicate with authenticity and empathy to build lasting trust.
    • Align Operations with Purpose: Make decisions that connect innovation with patient impact.

    Why It Resonates

    Nick’s unique perspective bridges the gap between the clinical and personal sides of healthcare. His message reminds audiences that when we reconnect to why we do the work — the outcomes, morale, and meaning all follow.

Nicholas Kelly Videos

Nicholas Kelly MS, LD, RD Speaker Reel - Best Motivational and Inspirational Speaker
  • How do I book Nicholas Kelly to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Nicholas Kelly 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 Nicholas Kelly, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Nicholas Kelly or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Nicholas Kelly for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Nicholas Kelly, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Nicholas Kelly are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Nicholas Kelly, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Nicholas Kelly speak about?

  • Where does Nicholas Kelly travel from?

    Nicholas Kelly generally travels from Cleveland, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Nicholas Kelly?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Nicholas Kelly 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 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Nicholas Kelly 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 Nicholas Kelly 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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