More Than a Keynote.

A Catalyst for Change.

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Leadership Starts With Who You Are

Most leadership talks start with how.

Dr. Rob starts with who.

His Identity-First Leadership™ framework is built to guide students, young adults, and ministry teams through the hard but necessary work of internal clarity:

Who am I really?
Why do I lead?
What is God calling me to?
How do I move forward with conviction?

These are not just inspiring questions—they become the foundation of transformation.

Most Requested Topics

Lead From Who You Are

Discover your identity, clarify your purpose, and live with intention. Dr. Rob’s signature keynote helps audiences anchor leadership in who they are—not just what they do.

The Identity Crisis of Christian Leaders

A powerful talk on the dangers of performance-driven leadership—and how to lead with authenticity in a culture of confusion.

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CORE Clarity™: A Framework for Intentional Leadership

Dr. Rob introduces his signature framework to help young leaders move from indecision to conviction, and from motivation to mission.

The I.D.E.A. Model

A practical, soul-centered system that helps students and staff reflect, recalibrate, and realign with purpose—especially in high-pressure leadership roles.

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Faith in a Fractured World

How to lead with both truth and grace in today’s polarized spiritual and cultural climate.

Your Life is a Message

A compelling donor message on legacy, identity, and how God uses ordinary people to leave extraordinary impact.

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Formats That Fit Your Needs

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Campus Keynotes

Identity & calling messages for chapel, retreats, or leadership weeks.

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Leadership Retreats

Deep-dive weekends using Dr. Rob’s signature frameworks

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Workshops & Consulting

Custom sessions for faculty, staff, or student leaders.

Fundraiser Keynotes

Vision-driven talks for donor events or leadership galas.

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Dr. Rob’s POWER Framework: Leading From the Inside Out

Real leadership starts within. The POWER Framework equips emerging leaders with a blueprint for lasting impact—grounded in identity, clarity, and conviction.

What POWER Stands For:

🔹 P – Perseverance
Resilience isn’t just about surviving—it's about staying rooted in your purpose through challenges and change.

🔹 O – Observation
Great leaders are great listeners. Awareness of your environment, people, and self is where wise leadership begins.

🔹 W – Wisdom
Knowledge is information. Wisdom is application. This stage focuses on discernment and decision-making from a grounded place.

🔹 E – Encouragement
Leadership isn’t a solo journey. Encouragement fuels culture, uplifts others, and reminds you of your mission.

🔹 R – Rest & Reflection
Sustainable leadership begins with internal clarity. Time to rest and reflect isn’t a pause in leadership—it’s the power source behind it.