Leadership & Culture Strategist • Speaker • Facilitator
Build Teams, Campuses & Communities Where People Belong, Lead & Thrive
Where strategy meets humanity. I help organizations create cultures of belonging through practical, people-centered leadership development—not as a one-and-done speaker, but as a true partner in your growth.
TRUSTED BY these impactful organizations and more
Austin’s organization, communication, and presentation skills made his time with us one of the most talked about events our company participated in during our time together over those few days.”
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Hi, friend!
I’m Austin!
I've spent 14 years helping organizations, campuses, and communities strengthen their people and their culture - whether that's developing student leaders at a major university, guiding a corporate team through a culture shift, or helping a nonprofit align around its mission.
My work spans keynotes, workshops, retreats, and hands-on consulting - always customized, always practical, always focused on creating environments where people feel like they belong, know how to lead, and are set up to thrive.
If you're looking for someone who brings both strategy and heart to the work - and who will care about your people as much as you do - I'd love to connect.
"It's ok to fall apart sometimes. Tacos fall apart all the time, and we still love them."
— One of Austin's favorite reminders
What I Help You Do
Practical outcomes that strengthen your people and your culture
Strengthen People & Culture
Build environments where people feel like they belong, understand their role, and are equipped to contribute meaningfully.
Develop Confident Leaders
Grow skilled, self-aware leaders—at every level—who know how to show up for their teams and create positive impact.
Build Trust & Communication
Create genuine connection across teams, departments, and organizations through intentional communication and shared purpose.
Solve Culture Challenges
Navigate change, address misalignment, and move from stuck to strategic with a clear path forward.
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“Austin may be a speaker, but he is more aptly described as a facilitator -- channeling student passions, that brought them to each of their organizations, into operational best practices…Austin puts students first. Austin brings energy, excitement, the occasional joke, and his own passions to his facilitation… we would gladly welcome Austin back.”
Johnson and Wales University - Charlotte
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“Austin is a dynamic and engaging speaker and facilitator who ensures your event is enjoyable and thought-provoking for participants. Attendees always leave with something new, and even months after the presentation, I hear my students referencing content from the program.”
Indiana State University
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"From start to finish Austin was very pleasant to work with. From our first conversation I could tell he truly has a passion for what he does and his main goal is to help communities improve… Austin went the extra mile to customize his program 100% to our campus and its needs… I am truly thankful for Austin, as I feel he was what our community needed to get back up and running."
University of Akron
What I Offer
Three ways to work together, each tailored to your needs
Keynotes & Speaking
High-energy, research-informed talks for higher education that inspire action and connection. Perfect for conferences, retreats, and all-hands events.
Consulting Services
Organizational and program assessments to diagnose what's working, what's not, and build a clear path forward.
Workshops & Retreats
Interactive, hands-on experiences that build skills and strengthen teams. For leadership teams and staff development.
Fractional Services
Senior-level support without the full-time commitment. Project management, chief of staff, event management, and emcee services.
Who I Work With
Serving leaders and teams across sectors who care about their people and communities.
Higher Education
Student leadership development, fraternity/sorority programming, staff retreats, orientation, and campus-wide culture initiatives.
Corporate Teams
Manager development, team culture, all-hands events, leadership retreats, and organizational change. I've worked with brands, agencies, and organizations of every size - helping leaders at every level show up better.
Nonprofits & Associations
Mission alignment, strategic planning, board retreats, member conferences, staff development
Why Work With Me
You deserve a strategic partner in your corner.
Warm AND Strategic
People call it "golden retriever energy"—but don't let the warmth fool you. I bring genuine care AND rigorous thinking to every engagement. You'll feel supported AND challenged.
Substance Behind the Style
14+ years. Hundreds upon hundreds of hours facilitated. Instructional design background with programs built for 30,000+ students, national associations, and corporate teams. Every program is grounded in research and designed for how people actually learn.
Full-Service Partner
I'm not a "shot of espresso" speaker who shows up and disappears. I offer follow-through: workshops, coaching, and ongoing partnership to make change stick.
Dual Insight: Insider & External
I've spent years both inside organizations - as a campus administrator and leadership development director - and as an external partner and strategic advisor. I understand how organizations really operate, not just how they should in theory.
Ready to strengthen your team, campus, or organization?
Whether you're supporting students, developing managers, strengthening staff culture, or planning a conference - I'd love to help you create meaningful, lasting change.
