
Keynote Speaker for Associations & Conferences
Equip your event participants with life-changing leadership habits they'll apply long after your event ends
Make Your Event Unforgettable with
Dr. Jeff Doolittle
Based in Grand Rapids, MI • Travels Nationally | Ideal for 50–2,000+ attendees | Fee: Please inquire
TRUSTED BY LEADING ASSOCIATIONS & ORGANIZATIONS
What Event Planners & Exeuctive Say
Event organizers and senior leaders consistently rate Dr. Doolittle among their top speakers
4.9/5.0
Average Post Event Rating
10,000+
Leaders Impacted
50+
Events Delivered
Requested Return
100+ attendees
"What a great webinar! Thanks for sharing all your research, wisdom, and insight with us, Jeff! I will most definitely reach out to you for future opportunities!"
Dani Lauer
Event Director
Grand Valley State University Career Center
Lasting Behavior Change
50+ attendees
"Engaging and thought-provoking—I still have leaders who talk about this today and actively use what they learned."
Steve Polega
Chief Nursing Officer
University of Michigan Health - West
5 Star Rated Session
50+ attendees
"Thank you for presenting at last week’s Safety Leadership Conference. I received an overwhelming amount of positive feedback, and I am so grateful for your support! "
Tracey McLenon
Vice President of Operations
Construction Association of Michigan
5 Star Rated Session
50+ attendees
"I have heard very positive feedback and people felt that the information shared is very helpful."
Ken Flowers & Nkenge Bergan
Conference Co-Chair
Michigan Community College Association
Practical Application
50+ attendees
"Dr. Jeff Doolittle shared evidence-based insights on leadership habits. I’m especially excited to apply tools like the BEM Fishbone (Ishikawa) Diagram going into the new year"
Lynn Marie Francis
Digital Marketing & eCommerce
Madcap Coffee Company
Customized Content
100+ attendees
"I had several people that mentioned just how much they liked ending the seminar with your message and that it seemed purposeful. Some asked to take an additional book. You made a real impact on the crowd!"
Rebecca Vought
Food & Drug Administration Event Chair
Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
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YOUR SPEAKER
Dr. Jeff Doolittle
Author, Life-Changing Leadership Habits
Founder, Organizational Talent Consulting
Much of the success of an event depends on the quality of its speaker. With Dr. Jeff Doolittle, you're giving your guests access to an inspiring strategic leadership and organization development expert, a respected executive coach on leadership habits, and an award-winning author.
Speaking Topics
WATCH BEFORE YOU BOOK
See Dr. Jeff Doolittle in Action
Preview both live and virtual presentation styles to envision how Dr. Doolittle will engage your audience
Virtual Event
Full virtual keynote demonstrating engaging delivery for remote and hybrid audiences
Live Event
Recent in-person speaking engagement showcasing Dr. Doolittle's dynamic presentation style
A transformational keynote that equips leaders with practical tools for lasting change
This keynote is perfect for leaders:
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seeking ways to get more out of life and work.
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needing a practical plan to make transformational changes that deliver results.
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aspiring to maximize the impact of their careers.
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striving for better habits and a powerful point of differentiation.
The audience will leave with:
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proven tools busy leaders can successfully apply to get more out of life and work.
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ways to recognize the absence or presence of life-changing leadership habits.
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strategies to break accidental habits and overcome common challenges to lead with life-changing ones.
...and much more.
KEYNOTE OVERVIEW
Life-Changing Leadership Habits
Frequently Asked Questions
What topics does Dr. Jeff Doolittle speak about?
Dr. Doolittle speaks on leadership development, life-changing leadership habits, organizational culture, psychological safety, talent management, and strategic execution. His signature keynote focuses on proven principles that help leaders develop life-changing habits that stick.
Where is Dr. Jeff Doolittle based and where does he travel?
Dr. Doolittle is based in Zeeland, Michigan and travels nationally for speaking engagements. He frequently speaks at events throughout the Midwest—including Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin—and across the United States.
What types of events are ideal for Dr. Doolittle?
Dr. Doolittle is ideal for association annual conferences, leadership summits, corporate retreats, healthcare leadership events, HR and talent management conferences, and executive development programs. He's particularly effective with audiences of 50 to 2,000+ attendees.
Can the keynote be customized for our association or industry?
Absolutely. Dr. Doolittle researches your organization, industry challenges, and audience demographics to tailor examples, case studies, and actionable takeaways specifically for your members.
What is the typical keynote length?
The signature keynote is typically 45-60 minutes, with options for extended workshops (half-day or full-day) that include interactive exercises and implementation planning.
