Meet Our Visionary Speakers

Trailblazing leaders redefining the future of business

Each keynote and featured speaker at The Next Level Leadership Summit brings a unique perspective and proven expertise. Discover the inspiring leaders who will empower you with actionable strategies to elevate your leadership journey.

Coach O! (Rod Olson) – EVENT FACILITATOR LEADERSHIP & COACHING SPECIALIST

Rod Olson or Coach O’ is a catalyst and Coaches’ coach known for his ability to help high performing leaders and executive teams see things others don’t see and find their ‘sweet spot’ as they lead and motivate others in the 21st century. He is the founder of the Coaches of Excellence Institute and the Coach O Consulting Group. Rod is also the author of three highly acclaimed leadership fables: The Legacy Builder, Wisdom Lunch Warrior, and The Greatest Motivational Tool. Rod’s innovative ability to empower others to take their leadership and coaching to the next level, has resulted in consulting work with organizations spanning from the World Champion Texas Rangers to the White House.  After nearly 20 years as a college football coach, Rod has spent the last decade plus, teaching, coaching, and mentoring some of the top executives, coaches and leaders in our country, including top commanders in the U.S. Spec Ops communities.

✓ Learn how to build a culture of ‘old school’ values with new school methods

✓ Learn how to modulate properly as a leader at work and home

✓ Tools for you to become a true Legacy Builder with impact

Kyle Stark – LEADERSHIP AND CULTURE EXPERT

Kyle Stark has spent 30 years coaching and leading with the last 15+ years at the highest levels in professional baseball, resulting in a refined process and significant experience in strategic planning, talent evaluation and selection, coaching and helping people reach levels of peak performance, Fortunate to be a part of some world class teams, he has participated in success everywhere he has been, including helping the Pittsburgh Pirates turn their franchise around going from averaging 95 losses per year before his arrival to being in the top 10 in wins over his last nine years there – while having the third-lowest payroll, breaking a 20-season losing streak, earning Baseball America’s Organization of the Year, and building a top-ranked development system. Prior to engaging on his professional journey, he earned his MBA and JD. Kyle also works with numerous corporations, universities and military leaders.

✓ Gain resilience tools for evolving markets

✓ Learn adaptive leadership strategies

✓ Real-world case studies

GARY DENHAM – Leadership and Speaking Expert Retired Navy SEAL ST-6

Gary is a 20-year veteran of the US Navy SEALs retiring in 2006. Spending most of his career at Development Group. During his final tour of duty as a Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL Instructor, he continued his education earning a Master’s Degree in Education. Upon retirement, he was a credentialed teacher and became the Director of Instructor Development for Naval Special Warfare Center (NSWC) where he trained the leaders of the Navy SEAL Teams for nearly a decade. Currently, Gary dedicates his efforts to helping leaders improve their performance with their businesses and personal lives. Gary is also a cancer “overcomer” and spends his spare time working with inmates in his prison ministry.

✓ Team-building frameworks

✓ Operations Optimization

✓ Actionable speaking and team exercises

Dr. Colt Olson – Performance and Wellness Psychology Expert

Dr. Colt has a PhD in performance psychology with an emphasis in sports psychology. He has been the Coordinator of High Performance Mental Skills for the Colorado Rockies professional baseball organization for the last 8 years. He also founded Raido-Psych, an organization that specializes in helping performers and leaders in high stakes atmospheres navigate stress and anxiety well for optimal performance under pressure. Dr. Colt works with pro and collegiate athletes, Navy SEALs, cardiac surgical medical teams and many more. Dr. Colt is also fluent in Spanish and is an expert in wellness techniques for the high stakes leaders.

✓ Proven Tactics for managing stress and anxiety

✓ Tools for performing well in high stress situations

✓ Right thinking for your leaders on a daily basis

Learn from Visionary Leaders

Experience the energy and insight of world-class keynote speakers handpicked for their proven leadership, innovation, and impact. Each presenter brings a unique perspective designed to empower you with transformative strategies and actionable tools.

Our curated speaker lineup ensures you gain real-world knowledge and inspiration to elevate your career and drive meaningful change. Discover the stories, expertise, and forward-thinking approaches that set the Next Level Leadership Summit apart.