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Ryan Minton
• Bestselling author whose people-centric approach is the catalyst for the success of market-leading brands
• Delivers strategies to motivate teams and create lasting change through positive leadership
• Engages audiences with compelling stories of business transformation and easy-to-implement tools and strategies for creating a culture where employees thrive and customer experience is alive
Ryan Minton is a Best-Selling Author and Keynote Speaker who brings over 20 years of experience leading world-class hospitality brands. As a former senior vice president with industry giants including Hilton, Marriott, and IHG, he has consistently driven record revenues, profits, and engagement through operational excellence and team development.
Internationally recognized by Global Gurus as one of the World's Best Speakers in both Hospitality and Customer Experience categories, Ryan combines strategic vision with practical leadership insights. His expertise in creating exceptional customer and employee experiences has earned him positions on the Forbes Business Council and Newsweek's expert panel, establishing…
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Thanks for Coming in Today! Creating Cultures Where Employees Thrive & Customer Service is Alive
In this heartfelt and humor-filled keynote, hospitality leader Ryan Minton reveals the profound connection between employee fulfillment and exceptional guest experiences. Drawing from real-world successes with leading brands and independent operations, Minton shares engaging stories and actionable strategies that show leaders how to create environments where employees thrive and customers feel truly cared for. This high-impact session demonstrates how authentic leadership and genuine employee appreciation transform into memorable customer experiences across every location. Perfect for General Managers, District Leaders, and Multi-Unit Operators, including those in franchise systems, who understand that their most powerful competitive advantage is a team that feels valued, supported, and inspired to make every guest interaction count.
From Manager to Experience Maker: Elevating Service Excellence in Your Operation
Discover how successful leaders unlock extraordinary guest experiences by empowering their frontline teams. In this dynamic presentation tailored for location managers and business leaders, Ryan Minton reveals proven strategies for implementing BPA (Blowing People Away) while maintaining service consistency. Through real-world examples from both franchise and independent operations, managers learn how to transform hourly employees into passionate brand champions and create a culture of exceptional service within their businesses.
Show Up Positive: Leadership Strategies for Operational Excellence
In today's competitive business environment, exceptional performance starts with leadership that shows up positive. Hospitality expert Ryan Minton reveals how leaders can transform their operations by building cultures where teams consistently deliver their best. Perfect for General Managers, business owners, and location leaders - whether in franchise systems or independent operations - this presentation delivers practical strategies for creating energized teams that drive growth and guest satisfaction in your business.
Leading Sales Excellence: Transforming Guest Experiences at Every Level
Transform your business's approach to sales from transactional to truly meaningful guest experiences. Ryan Minton delivers game-changing insights for leaders in hospitality, retail, restaurant and service-based businesses of all types. Through compelling success stories from both franchise and independent operations, discover how to create authentic guest connections in high-volume environments while maintaining brand excellence. Leave with immediately implementable solutions for creating a customer-centric sales culture that drives both revenue and loyalty in your operation.
Workshop: Inspiring Memorable Service
Transform your frontline leadership into exceptional customer experiences with our "Inspiring Memorable Service" workshop. This dynamic 90-minute session empowers managers and supervisors to create memorable "Blow People Away" (BPA) moments that turn ordinary interactions into lasting customer connections.
Participants learn proven strategies for:
• Building and inspiring high-performing service teams
• Creating a culture of exceptional customer experiences
• Using empowerment effectively in fast-paced environments
• Turning service challenges into opportunities to wow customersThrough interactive role-play, real-world scenarios, and practical exercises, leaders develop the skills to anticipate customer needs, implement simple acts of generosity, and empower their teams to deliver outstanding service. Perfect for new and experienced managers who want to take their leadership and customer service to the next level.
Workshop: The Energy Bus
Transform your mindset and fuel your success with the Energy Bus Workshop, delivered by Ryan Minton, a certified trainer partnered with Jon Gordon's team. Based on Jon Gordon's Wall Street Journal bestseller, this dynamic 3.5-hour session empowers participants with the 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy.
Learn proven strategies for:
• Taking control as the driver of your bus
• Creating and pursuing a clear vision
• Fueling yourself and others with positive energy
• Building an energized team of passionate passengers
• Maintaining enthusiasm throughout your journey
• Leading with purpose while enjoying the rideThrough interactive exercises, storytelling, and practical tools, participants develop the mindset and practices to overcome negativity, inspire others, and create sustainable positive momentum. Perfect for individuals and teams who want to harness the power of positive energy to drive success and fulfillment.
Workshop: Power of a Positive Team
Transform your team dynamics with the Power of a Positive Team Workshop, delivered by Ryan Minton, a certified trainer partnered with Jon Gordon. Based on Jon Gordon's Wall Street Journal bestseller, this dynamic 3.5-hour session empowers teams to create a culture of positivity, unity, and high performance.
Learn proven strategies for:
• Building trust and meaningful relationships
• Working together toward a shared vision
• Transforming negativity into opportunity
• Creating sustainable positive cultures
• Fostering growth and excellence through love and accountabilityThrough interactive exercises, team-building activities, and practical tools, participants develop the mindset and skills to strengthen team bonds, enhance communication, and achieve breakthrough results together. Perfect for teams of all sizes who want to harness the competitive advantage of positivity to reach their full potential.
Workshop: Power of Positive Leadership
Transform your leadership impact with the Power of Positive Leadership Workshop, delivered by Ryan Minton, a certified trainer partnered with Jon Gordon. Based on Jon Gordon's Wall Street Journal bestseller, this dynamic 3.5-hour session empowers leaders to create lasting positive change in their organizations and teams.
Learn proven strategies for:
• Building and sustaining positive cultures that drive results
• Leading with optimism and unwavering belief
• Transforming negativity into opportunity
• Creating meaningful connections and high-performing teams
• Pursuing excellence through love and accountabilityThrough interactive exercises, powerful storytelling, and practical application, participants develop the mindset and tools to inspire their teams, drive positive change, and leave a lasting legacy. Perfect for leaders at all levels who want to harness the competitive advantage of positive leadership.
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The typical range for Ryan Minton's speaking fee is $7,000–$15,000. The low end of the fee range represents their standard virtual fee. The high end of the fee range represents their standard fee for a US-based in-person speaking engagement. Appearances which require an extended schedule of activities or international travel will possibly exceed this fee range. Speaker fees update frequently. To receive a personalized quote for Ryan Minton to speak at your event, please consult with a Key Speakers advisor for up to date information and assistance.
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