Mike Evans helps organizations and individuals THRIVE during massive disruption. With 25 years working with 34 Fortune 50 companies (Intel, Apple, PepsiCo, Caterpillar, Cargill), he brings proven change leadership methodologies from Dr. John Kotter, Dr. Stephen Covey, and Tom Peters—applied practically to the AI age and future of work.
Core Focus Areas
• AI Impact & Future of Work – Thriving in the age of disruption, securing your spot in the new world of work
• Change Leadership – Fortune 50 implementation strategies applied to any organization
• Accountability & Ownership – Award-winning author of "Achieve with Accountability" (Wiley)
• Culture Shaping – Creating high-performance, engaged cultures
INDUSTRIES MIKE IS SPEAKING TO
Primary Industries (Most Active)
• Technology & Software (Intel, Apple, Google, Oracle, McAfee, Symantec)
• Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals (UPMC, Pfizer, Astra Zeneca, Baxter, Novartis)
• Financial Services & Banking (Capital One, PNC Bank, Fidelity, BNY Mellon, State Farm)
• Manufacturing & Industrial (Caterpillar, John Deere, US Steel, Masonite)
• Consumer Products & Retail (PepsiCo, General Mills, H&R Block, ACE Hardware)
• Energy & Utilities (BP Oil, Shell Oil)
• Agriculture & Food Production (Cargill, Monsanto, Heinz)
• Transportation & Logistics (American Airlines, shipping/distribution)
• Government & Defense (US Navy, NASA)
• Associations & Non-Profits (NAFCU, credit unions, industry groups)
TYPES OF REQUESTS MIKE IS GETTING
1. AI Impact & Future of Work (HOTTEST TOPIC RIGHT NOW)
What clients are saying:
• "Our workforce is terrified/confused/resistant to AI changes"
• "We need someone to help our people understand what's coming and how to prepare"
• "Leadership needs to understand how AI will impact our industry specifically"
• "Our annual conference theme is 'Future of Work' – need keynote speaker"
• "Want someone who can make AI practical, not theoretical or scary"
Mike's Approach:
• The 7-Sided Pincer Movement (forces disrupting work)
• 5-Ingredient Kryptonite (survival strategies)
• "Distinct or Extinct" – building personal brand in AI age
• Practical, energetic, story-driven (not fear-based or preachy)
2. Change Leadership & Transformation
What clients are saying:
• "We're undergoing major reorganization/merger/system implementation"
• "Change fatigue is killing us – people are burnt out"
• "Leadership team needs Kotter's 8-Step methodology applied to our situation"
• "Past change efforts failed – need proven implementation approach"
Mike's Credentials:
• Co-authored change leadership paper with Dr. John Kotter
• Executive roles at Kotter International, FranklinCovey, Tom Peters Company
• Proven implementation methodologies (not just theory)
3. Culture & Accountability
What clients are saying:
• "Need to shift from blame culture to accountability culture"
• "Want speaker who wrote THE book on accountability"
• "Culture eats strategy – need help fixing ours"
• "People not taking ownership – everything is someone else's fault"
Mike's Book: Award-winning "Achieve with Accountability" (Wiley) – proven frameworks for creating accountability at individual, team, and organizational levels
4. Leadership Development
What clients are saying:
• "Need keynote for leadership conference/retreat/summit"
• "Want to develop leaders at all levels (not just executives)"
• "Looking for practical leadership tools people can use immediately"
• "Need someone energetic who won't bore people with theory"
Mike's Approach: Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership (Kouzes/Posner), EQ/soft skills emphasis, leadership without authority, story-driven and engaging
5. Sales/Annual Kickoffs & Team Motivation
What clients are saying:
• "Need high-energy opening keynote to fire up the team"
• "Want practical content, not just motivational fluff"
• "Theme is 'adapt or die' / 'winning in new economy' / 'breakthrough performance'"
• "Previous year's results were rough – need to rebuild confidence and momentum"
WHAT MAKES MIKE DIFFERENT
• Fortune 50 Credibility: 25 years, 34 of Fortune 50 as clients (not theory – real implementation)
• Thought Leader Connections: Worked directly with Kotter, Covey, Peters
• Engaging Style: Fun, energetic, story-driven (not boring business-speak)
• Practical Tools: People leave with immediate action steps, not just inspiration
• Award-Winning Author: "Achieve with Accountability" (Wiley)
• AI Expertise: One of few speakers combining proven change methodology with practical AI/future work content
MIKE IS PERFECT FOR
• Organizations facing AI disruption or major technology changes
• Companies undergoing transformation, merger, or reorganization
• Leadership conferences, retreats, and development programs
• Annual meetings and sales kickoffs needing energy + substance
• Industry associations addressing "Future of [Industry]" themes
• Teams struggling with accountability, culture, or change fatigue
Book me to speak at your event - https://realmikeevans.com/
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