Speaking

Guest Speaking and Live Demonstrations

Inspire teams and audiences with unforgettable leadership messages rooted in real experience and powerful equine-based lessons. Whether delivering a keynote on stage or bringing live horse demonstrations to your event, Lew Sterrett combines truth, stories, and real-time leadership application that motivates change long after the presentation ends.

Leadership That Sticks

Leaders by HEART presentations go beyond information. Lew brings leadership lessons to life through engaging storytelling and, when desired, live horse demonstrations that illustrate trust, communication, authority, and relationships. Whether in a conference hall or an outdoor arena, each presentation deeply connects, encourages growth, and challenges leaders to think and act differently with lasting impact.

Keynotes

Guest Speaking

Keynote presentations designed for conferences, corporate gatherings, leadership summits, and faith-based events. Lew delivers practical leadership truth with humor, story, and real-world wisdom that connects with audiences in any setting.

Dynamic Keynotes

Engaging compelling leadership messages for all audiences

Audience Focused

Tailored messaging for team leaders and event themes

Practical Tools

Leaders leave equipped with principles they can apply immediately

Broad Reach

Available for corporate, non-profit, and ministry events

Live Demos

Horse Illustrated Leadership

Experience leadership lessons demonstrated live through horse trust building and real-time behavioral examples. These events create transformational clarity around communication, confidence, authority, and connection.

Real Time Learning

Live horse demonstrations reveal leadership behaviors instantly

On-Site Options

Available at our ranch or select venues equipped for livestock

Applied Insight

Concepts made visual, clear, and unforgettable

Powerful Impact

Audiences leave deeply moved, challenged, and inspired

"The presentations were outstanding! Holding their own with the best! However, the residual effect is even more profound. I believe this to be the best leadership training for our day."

Lisa Bahash
VP Jabil Corp

"Lew did a stellar job, was at all times professional... and worked diligently to cover all bases. He used humor, inclusive activities, and great stories as illustrations, therefore keeping members alert, enthusiastic, and responsive."

Susan Bragg
Exc. Dir. Palomino Horse Breeders Assoc.

"Leaders by HEART will show you how to create a culture of trust, where your people can perform at higher levels than ever before. Lew’s truths will open up new possibilities to your organization and help you experience the joy and excitement of taking your team to new frontiers."

Craig Rigby
Johnson Control Corp

"I’ve seen everything over the past 40 years as a CEO. This was by far the best!"

Robert O' Kelley
Gabriel Corp

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our guest speaking engagements.

Do you offer both speaking and horse demonstrations?

Yes, Lew offers keynote speaking for indoor events as well as live equine leadership demonstrations at our location or approved venues.

Do you travel for events?

Yes, travel is available for both speaking and demonstrations. Live horse events require additional logistics coordination.

What setup is required for a live demonstration?

Live demonstrations require a safe enclosed space for horses as well as basic sound equipment. Our team will coordinate details with your venue.

Can live demonstrations be hosted at our location?

Yes, if your venue meets safety and access requirements. Otherwise, we host at our ranch.

How long are speaking sessions or demonstrations?

Keynotes typically run 45–90 minutes. Live demonstrations can range from 90 minutes to half or full-day experiences.

Bring Leadership to Life

Inspire and equip your audience with a message that creates lasting impact.

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