Robert Van Arlen

Robert Van Arlen

Keynote Speaker: Author of "Focused Synergy", Corporate Turnaround Expert, Organizational Diversity Advocate

Robert Van Arlen Biography

Robert Van Arlen integrates specific goals of the conference into a powerful message that unites everyone. His book and speech titled "Focused Synergy" reveal the key to developing synergy in life, teams, or organizations. This concept forms the foundation to thread customized content for each audience, addressing themes such as leadership, change, and strategic planning.

Van Arlen's keynote speeches are particularly beneficial for sales organizations experiencing changes in leadership, service organizations striving for customer satisfaction, and leaders aiming to enhance team focus. He provides actionable strategies for managing teams during times of change and inspiring leadership, focusing on how businesses can turn challenges into opportunities for growth.

His extensive corporate experience includes turning around various entities of CCH Legal Publishing and enhancing their performance dramatically. He led the transformation of the poorest performing division to the top division for three consecutive years in the 1990s and re-engineered CCH Canadian Limited and its French organization, CCH FM. Concluding his corporate journey in the United States, he served as the Western Region Vice President of CCH US.

Over the last decade, Van Arlen has delivered numerous keynote speeches and training programs designed to improve leadership skills, drive sales, and ignite service within organizations. His client list includes prominent entities like state governments, the Federal Government, Destination Resort Hotels, Proctor & Gamble, Cigna Healthcare, Verizon Wireless, Henkel Corporation, Gerber Products, and numerous small- and medium-sized companies and academic institutions.

Client Types: Sales, service, marketing, technology, academic institutions, associations, and organizations undergoing leadership transitions.

Industry Expertise: Sales, service, hospitality, legal, accounting, and technology.

Keynote Speech Outcomes: - Most memorable speech experienced by audience members. - Greater alignment to a common vision. - Immediate motivation to take action.

Recent Highlights of Robert Van Arlen: - Noted for his expertise in Organizational Diversity in the Workplace. - Prominent speaker in the Human Resources community across various states. - Has addressed over 250,000 sales professionals worldwide.

Personal Interests: - Accomplished jazz piano player. - Enjoys skiing, tennis, and golf. - Recently participated in testing a new hands-free repelling product by jumping from a 4-story building.

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Robert Van Arlen Speaking Topics

THE PERCEPTION, REALITY AND IMPACT OF DIVERSITY

Robert Van Arlen provides the insights to perception, reality and impact diversity has on growth. Organizations that are large and small can create their one diversity ecosystem, which can lead to unprecedented growth. The provides both insights and techniques to...

  • Harness the growth of a diverse employee population
  • Connect the business operations with the community
  • Broadcast through vendor-ship
  • Sincerely relate to both existing and prospective customers

Attendees will leave with the knowledge on how re-engage its teams, community and customers in a manner that builds commonality and trust.

MULTI-DIMENSIONAL GROWTH, THE GAME CHANGER

Robert Van Arlen's Multi-dimensional Growth, the Game Changer is a new way of thinking. Just recently in Sri Lanka, over 80 C-Suite executives participated in learning how to drive the next level of growth in their organizations. This dynamic program incorporates hands-on & real world examples of the best practices from top American and European companies. Growth based on profit is measured by an up or down trajectory. Multi-dimensional growth is measured by engagement, mastery, genre of excellence and community. C-Level executives learn how to apply strategic paradigms that lead to measurable growth in people, presence, productivity, innovation, and culture. The measurement from multi-dimensional growth goes well beyond previous performance. It includes the ability to measure and capture potential, which establishes a foundation for market dominance. Multi-dimensional growth reflects inward and moves outward to create an ecosystem for success. This development series can be delivered in 3-hours or a during multi-day retreat.

  • Foundation established for leaving legacy
  • Increased market differentiation and dominance
  • "Genre of Excellence" established
  • Growth through mentoring
  • Increased discretionary effort amongst employees
  • Strategies for employees and community engagement
  • Greater ability to capture and manage new strategic opportunities
  • A culture transformation platform

YOU ARE THE CONDUCTOR…LET'S ORCHESTRATE! FOCUSING ON SALES EXCELLENCE

Robert Van Arlen has trained thousands of mangers on the discipline behind music performance. Musicians will wait for the cue from the conductor to wholeheartedly play their section of the musical piece. They play with passion, because they understand that they are part of an orchestra, and every instrument counts towards creating a masterful performance. What would change for you as a manager, if you could lead like a conductor? In this program, managers learn how to incorporate the concepts of Melody, Harmony and Rhythm, along with the Pillars in Building and Inspirational Community as a paradigm for personal & team growth. Melody expresses the mission & vision, and how resonance impacts both internal & external stakeholders. Harmony is the facilitation of teamwork, which includes standards of performance and excellence. Rhythm illustrates the tempo of organizational performance, and the ability for leaders to execute consistency in growth. Managers learn how to effectively orchestrate excellence and change within their organization. This training session can be delivered in 3 hours or in a full day format.

  • A move from managing to orchestrating growth
  • A new goal setting technique based on growth and potential
  • A new communication paradigm for leadership excellence
  • Implementable strategies and systems for vision alignment
  • A platform for developing an inspired & winning culture

Robert Van Arlen Videos

Robert Van Arlen Business Channel interview
Robert Van Arlen speaks about goal achievement
Robert Van Arlen showcases engagement

How do I book Robert Van Arlen to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Robert Van Arlen 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 Robert Van Arlen, 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 Robert Van Arlen or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Robert Van Arlen for a speaking engagement?

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

Robert Van Arlen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Sales, Change Management, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Diversity & Inclusion, Personal Growth, Inspirational, Business Leadership, Motivational, Leadership and Marketing.

Where does Robert Van Arlen travel from?

Robert Van Arlen generally travels from Phoenix, AZ, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Robert Van Arlen?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Robert Van Arlen 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 Robert Van Arlen 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 Robert Van Arlen 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?

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Robert Van Arlen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Sales, Change Management and Human Resources. The estimated speaking fee range to book Robert Van Arlen for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Robert Van Arlen generally travels from Phoenix, AZ, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Lynne Lancaster, Kristie Kennedy and Mark Anthony McCray. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Robert Van Arlen for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 19/03/2025.

Robert Van Arlen Speaking Topics

  • THE PERCEPTION, REALITY AND IMPACT OF DIVERSITY

    Robert Van Arlen provides the insights to perception, reality and impact diversity has on growth. Organizations that are large and small can create their one diversity ecosystem, which can lead to unprecedented growth. The provides both insights and techniques to...

    • Harness the growth of a diverse employee population
    • Connect the business operations with the community
    • Broadcast through vendor-ship
    • Sincerely relate to both existing and prospective customers

    Attendees will leave with the knowledge on how re-engage its teams, community and customers in a manner that builds commonality and trust.

  • MULTI-DIMENSIONAL GROWTH, THE GAME CHANGER

    Robert Van Arlen's Multi-dimensional Growth, the Game Changer is a new way of thinking. Just recently in Sri Lanka, over 80 C-Suite executives participated in learning how to drive the next level of growth in their organizations. This dynamic program incorporates hands-on & real world examples of the best practices from top American and European companies. Growth based on profit is measured by an up or down trajectory. Multi-dimensional growth is measured by engagement, mastery, genre of excellence and community. C-Level executives learn how to apply strategic paradigms that lead to measurable growth in people, presence, productivity, innovation, and culture. The measurement from multi-dimensional growth goes well beyond previous performance. It includes the ability to measure and capture potential, which establishes a foundation for market dominance. Multi-dimensional growth reflects inward and moves outward to create an ecosystem for success. This development series can be delivered in 3-hours or a during multi-day retreat.

    • Foundation established for leaving legacy
    • Increased market differentiation and dominance
    • "Genre of Excellence" established
    • Growth through mentoring
    • Increased discretionary effort amongst employees
    • Strategies for employees and community engagement
    • Greater ability to capture and manage new strategic opportunities
    • A culture transformation platform

  • YOU ARE THE CONDUCTOR…LET'S ORCHESTRATE! FOCUSING ON SALES EXCELLENCE

    Robert Van Arlen has trained thousands of mangers on the discipline behind music performance. Musicians will wait for the cue from the conductor to wholeheartedly play their section of the musical piece. They play with passion, because they understand that they are part of an orchestra, and every instrument counts towards creating a masterful performance. What would change for you as a manager, if you could lead like a conductor? In this program, managers learn how to incorporate the concepts of Melody, Harmony and Rhythm, along with the Pillars in Building and Inspirational Community as a paradigm for personal & team growth. Melody expresses the mission & vision, and how resonance impacts both internal & external stakeholders. Harmony is the facilitation of teamwork, which includes standards of performance and excellence. Rhythm illustrates the tempo of organizational performance, and the ability for leaders to execute consistency in growth. Managers learn how to effectively orchestrate excellence and change within their organization. This training session can be delivered in 3 hours or in a full day format.

    • A move from managing to orchestrating growth
    • A new goal setting technique based on growth and potential
    • A new communication paradigm for leadership excellence
    • Implementable strategies and systems for vision alignment
    • A platform for developing an inspired & winning culture

Robert Van Arlen Videos

Robert Van Arlen Business Channel interview
Robert Van Arlen speaks about goal achievement
Robert Van Arlen showcases engagement
Robert Van Arlen relates music to business

Robert Van Arlen Reviews

  • Robert is an incredibly dynamic person who has an amazing ability to capture an audiences attention, whether one person, or 1,000, and engage them in a way few others can. He is incredible motivating and inspiring and it is a rare person who walks away from a conversation or a speech with Robert who does not want to run out and DO.
    Senior Director of Events, The Linux Foundation - Jun 05 2015

  • Robert is a charismatic speaker, an accomplished entrepreneur and an all-around great guy. I had the pleasure of subletting office space from him when we started our company and his advice was extremely useful.
    CEO Grid7 - Jun 05 2015

  • I have been associated with Robert for the past number of years and know him to be a man of integrity and professionalism. Wether it through his motivational speaking engagments, charitable work or his ventures into the executive business consulting areana I would not hesitate to recommend Robert.
    Residential & Commercial Lending Branch Manager for Geneva Financial LLC - Jun 05 2015

  • Robert's passion and energy is not only the driving force in his presentations but also is evident in the way he lives his daily life! He is creative and unique. It has been a pleasure and honor for me to work with Robert as a keynote speaker, as an Emccee, and as a business and marketing collaborator!
    Chief People & Alignment Officer, Culture Architect, Superconnector - Jun 05 2015

  • Robert is one of the most dynamic speakers I have seen. He has a unique way of motivating the audience to action in a manner that is encouraging and engaging. His agile mind allows him to follow his audience and adjust quickly to where they are at. The processes that Robert suggests will take them to the next level of their career. Robert is a must have, in any presentation that is trying to assist their employees to reach higher goals.
    Owner of Capital Financial Group, Financial Advisor - Jun 05 2015

  • How do I book Robert Van Arlen to speak at my event?

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

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

    Robert Van Arlen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Sales, Change Management, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Diversity & Inclusion, Personal Growth, Inspirational, Business Leadership, Motivational, Leadership and Marketing.
  • Where does Robert Van Arlen travel from?

    Robert Van Arlen generally travels from Phoenix, AZ, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Robert Van Arlen?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Robert Van Arlen 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 Robert Van Arlen 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 Robert Van Arlen 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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