Welcome to the launch of our Sales Kickoff Series, where we spotlight dynamic keynote speakers who bring fresh, actionable perspectives to the world of sales. Each installment in this series will introduce you to a top-tier thought leader who approaches sales from a different — and often surprising — angle. The speakers and ideas showcased in this series will help you build better teams, close bigger deals, and equip your people to thrive in a fast-moving, competitive landscape.

We’re kicking things off with powerhouse keynote speaker Chad E. Foster, a leader who doesn’t just talk about success — he’s lived it, built it, and now teaches others how to replicate it. He’ll explain how “success isn’t a mystery — it’s a method,” and when teams learn how to work the system, they stop waiting for wins and start generating them.

From Setback to Billion-Dollar Strategy

Foster’s story is as compelling as it is instructive. After losing his sight at age 21, he defied the odds by becoming a Harvard Business School graduate, a pioneer in tech innovation for the visually impaired, and a rainmaker who’s generated billions in revenue. But the heart of Foster’s message isn’t about adversity — it’s about agency.

He didn’t just hope his way to success. He worked a system — and that system is replicable and exactly what he shares with audiences. Foster’s keynote speaking isn’t about hyping people up for one afternoon. It’s about delivering a proven playbook that teams can put into action the very next day.

Success as a Sales Strategy

Foster’s approach to sales is rooted in personal mastery. He believes when individual team members are clear on their goals, accountable for their progress, and relentless in their execution, the entire organization benefits. In his words: “When individuals win, organizations win. Personal growth fuels business growth.”

He breaks down the science and strategy of sustained success into five key pillars:

1. Relentless Progress – Even 1% improvement each week compounds into game-changing gains. 1% better each week turns into 68% better in a year, which adds up to 17,565% in a decade. That amount of personal development is invaluable. According to a study conducted by Dominican University, “consistent goal-setters are 42% more likely to achieve success.” 
2. Concrete Goals – Success starts with clarity. Short-term goals lay a strong foundation for success and accumulate into long-term wins. When focus and action come together, results are bound to follow. Foster can help your team move your big audacious goals away from the abstract and create concrete steps that will help you reach them. 
   
   
3. Obstacles as Fuel – Challenges aren’t setbacks — they’re springboards. And Chad has the receipts to prove it. He turned his blindness into his greatest advantage and he can help your team find their edge in any situation. He will help reframe your team’s outlook to use problems to their advantage rather than avoiding them.
   
   
4. Radical Accountability – No excuses. The highest-performing teams own their outcomes and according to Harvard Business Review teams that practice accountability outperform by 21%. Foster bestows an accountability mindset not just focused on work, but also on life. You’ve only got one and it’s yours for the taking.
   
   
5. Connection to the Bigger Picture – When people see how their personal drive impacts company-wide results, performance multiplies. Anchoring your personal goals within the team to the bigger picture helps people feel needed, accomplished, and proud when the final goal is reached. 

From Inspiration to Implementation

What sets Foster apart as a sales keynote speaker is his unique ability to connect inspiration to implementation. He’s funny, fearless, and honest — but more importantly, he’s tactical. His sessions are immersive experiences that leave audiences not just motivated, but equipped with tangible tools to drive outcomes. He works hands-on with teams of all sizes to help build systems that will last, because in his words, “Inspiration fades. Systems stick.”

Why Chad Foster Should Kick Off Your Sales Year

Foster has delivered transformative keynotes for companies like Google, Microsoft, Salesforce, and IBM. Whether you're launching a new product, setting bold revenue targets, or reigniting a team that needs to believe in themselves again, Foster will leave your people sharper, more focused, and ready to dominate.

He’s more than a motivational keynote speaker. He’s a systems guy. A strategy guy. A success guy. A sales guy. And in Part One of our Sales Kickoff Series, we couldn’t think of a better voice to help your team build the kind of success that lasts. Stay tuned for the next featured speaker in this series — and if you’re ready to bring Chad Foster to your stage, reach out to Executive Speakers Bureau to book him for your next event.