Speaking

Wayne Elsey speaks on topics related to leadership, branding, social activism, motivation, and community involvement. Wayne has more than 20 years of experience in public speaking, and has appeared on more than 500 radio, talk, and news shows, including NBC Nightly News, Today Show, and Extreme Makeover Home Edition.

Wayne is available for one on one time for a day rate. He will work with your team on the related topics below or customize to fit your corporate structure. Speaking engagement fees will be determined upon understanding of your needs and all proceeds for any speaking engagement will be paid to Soles4Souls and will be used to further the OUTREACH of what we do at Soles4Souls, Inc. See you soon!

For more information on rates and having Wayne speak at your conference or event, please contact: Elizabeth Kirk—elizabethk@giveshoes.org.

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Presentation Topics

Almost Isn’t Good Enough: Many people see the global needs on TV and want to help but feel insignificant in the face of so much need. At one time, I felt the same way. In this presentation, I walk through my story as a corporate executive that left the glamorous corporate world of jets and wealth to start the fastest growing nonprofit in the world. This presentation focuses on identifying people as drivers of their destinies who have the capacity to make a difference and change the world. It could be as simple as a kind gesture to a stranger or as complex as starting an international relief organization. We must demand more from ourselves because almost simply isn’t good enough when we know people are hurting and suffering near us and around the world. This motivational talk will challenge you to do something that matters…today.

The Power of Brand Simplicity: After a stellar career in the footwear industry, I learned the importance of a driving brand. I discuss how the ‘simplicity’ of the brand is what has propelled the success of Soles4souls. The steps to “simplicity” will be explored as a way of maximizing the success of any company, organization, or cause.

Successful Nonprofit Management: Running a nonprofit should parallel running any for-profit company, but not according to cultural expectations. Basic business practices such as operations, finance, marketing, branding, human resources and procurement are paramount to sustainable success. During this presentation, I discuss the philosophy and practice of each of these elements and offer an extensive Q&A session.

Go Behind the Scenes with Soles4Souls: I am often asked by people who are experienced with or are interested in starting a nonprofit the secret to Soles4Souls’ success. In response, we decided to open our doors for leaders to have the opportunity to come and hang with the gang for a day. This behind-the-scenes look at our operations includes an initial meeting with me in the morning, a tour of our facilities, a 1/2 hour meeting with each of our department heads discussing the roles of their departments, and an end-of-the-day download with me to recap the different aspects of the day, provide handouts with additional information, and create a game plan for you to go home and implement these keys to success.