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Ryan Minton

Inspiring voice on leadership and culture, Ryan Minton draws on 25+ years of hospitality leadership with brands like Marriott and Hilton to help organizations reconnect people to purpose and performance.
  • Transforms audiences with authentic stories, simple actions, and proven frameworks for creating extraordinary employee and customer experiences.
  • Renowned for his energy, authenticity, and relatability, Ryan leaves audiences motivated to lead differently — with empathy, gratitude, and heart.
Speaker Fee:
$15,000 - $20,000
Virtual Fee:
$10,000 - $15,000
Travels From:
Florida
Ryan Minton
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Speaker Fee: $15,000 - $20,000
Virtual Fee: $10,000 - $15,000

Ryan Minton Speaker Biography

Ryan Minton is a 2x best-selling author and keynote speaker who brings over 20 years of experience leading world-class hospitality brands. As a former senior vice president representing industry giants including Hilton and Marriott, he has consistently driven record revenues, profits, and engagement through operational excellence and team development.

Internationally recognized by Global Gurus as one of the World’s Best Speakers in both Hospitality and Customer Experience categories, Ryan combines strategic vision with practical leadership insights. His expertise in creating exceptional customer and employee experiences has earned him positions on the Forbes Business Council and Newsweek’s expert panel, establishing him as an influential voice in the industry.

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Speech Topics

Show Up Positive: Leadership Strategies for Operational Excellence. In today’s competitive business environment, exceptional performance starts with leadership that shows up positive. Hospitality expert Ryan Minton reveals how leaders can transform their operations by building cultures where teams consistently deliver their best. This presentation delivers practical strategies for creating motivated teams and building a thriving workplace culture that drives growth and guest satisfaction in your business.

Thanks for Coming in Today! Creating a Culture Where Employees Thrive and Customer Service Is Alive. Delivering unforgettable experiences to your customers is key to building loyalty and gaining a competitive edge. But remember, great customer experiences begin with happy employees. In this keynote, renowned hospitality and customer experience leader Ryan Minton offers immediate, low-cost solutions for how organizations in any industry can transform their workplaces into customer-centric powerhouses. Audience members will come away with proven steps for creating cultures where people are supported by each other and, in turn, inspired to support the business and its customers.

The Power of BPA: Blowing People Away (Both Customers and Employees). Hospitality and customer experience leader Ryan Minton shows some of the world’s biggest brands how to unlock unparalleled customer experiences by empowering their employees; He tailors his strategies for groups and their specific organizations and industries during his keynotes. In this content-rich presentation, Minton shares best practices and action steps that transform employee engagement into exceptional customer experience.

Winning Customer Experience Strategies. Discover the secret to crafting a customer experience that turns ordinary customers and clients into devoted, enthusiastic advocates for your brand who return time and again. In this talk, transformative hospitality and customer experience leader Ryan Minton guides the audience through enduring strategies for cultivating customer loyalty and building a fiercely loyal customer base.

Transformative Sales Strategies for Meaningful Customer Impact. In this sales-focused keynote, customer and employee experience expert Ryan Minton leads an eye-opening conversation on how to evolve sales from transactional to transformational in order to create tangible and meaningful value for customers seeking a product or service that addresses their needs. Minton shares practical strategies and real-world examples for authentically connecting with customers, uncovering their challenges and pain points, and using the insights gleaned from those conversations to not only steer them toward the solution that will lead to their desired outcome, but also foster a remarkable interpersonal experience that sets the foundation for long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships. As part of the takeaways from this talk, Minton helps teams elevate their sales approach by creating a thriving internal culture that propels their brand to new heights.

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“Bring Ryan in!”
“If you want your teams to feel empowered and you want to create great experiences don’t pass him up!”

Harley Davidson, Director of Retail

“The feedback has been fantastic!”
“You should know that we are still talking about you here at the Bell. They were touched by your story, and it made an impact they’re taking back to their restaurants.”

Taco Bell, Chief Operating Officer

”Ryan’s ability to elevate our event made him the perfect choice”
“I researched a lot of different speakers for our franchise conference, and Ryan was a clear choice even before I discovered how great he is to work with. His attention to detail and care in tailoring the keynote to our group made everyone feel special, and we’ve heard nothing but great feedback from our attendees. Ryan’s ability to elevate our event, combined with his personal connection to our brand, made him the perfect choice – he was a big part of why our event was so awesome!”

Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, Vice President of Marketing

“Ryan was the best speaker we’ve ever had for this event”
“Ryan was fantastic!! This was no surprise, however, given the preparation he put into his effort by visiting with multiple franchisees in advance to better understand the business and the challenges they face. He customized his content to address these issues, and left our team with straightforward, common-sense action steps to take back to their restaurants. He has a great presentation style that is relatable, friendly, and funny. His hospitality experience gave him immediate credibility with our team!”

Wings and Rings, Chief Operating Officer

“exactly what our audience needed”
“Ryan’s keynote on customer and employee experience was exactly what our audience needed. His expertise and engaging style had an immediate impact, with attendees lining up for signed copies of his book afterward. The practical strategies he shared resonated deeply, and attendees are still talking about how his insights will transform their approach to service excellence. I couldn’t have asked for a more powerful and relevant presentation for our group.”

Pink Zebra Moving Franchise, President & CEO

“Ryan Minton hits all the right notes all the time!”
“He is an engaging and dynamic keynote speaker who combines deep expertise with inspiring storytelling. His innate ability to connect with the audience and deliver actionable insights makes him an outstanding choice for any event in any industry. The feedback from our team members after his keynote and workshop was one being inspired and energized.”

Enseo, President, Hospitality

“Ryan’s presentation exceeded our expectations (which were high)”
“Our franchisees walked away highly energized and motivated, and more importantly equipped with very real and tangible strategies and tactics that will immediately benefit their business. Ryan’s keynote was “spot on” with messaging, and his engaging and entertaining style captured the audience from beginning to end. I highly recommend him for anyone in the service business. Home run!”

The Maids International, President & CEO

“You want Ryan for your next conference!”
“Our attendees left the room really standing tall about his messaging. Ryan’s keynote perfectly balances practical leadership strategies with inspiring insights that work for managers at any level. His actionable approach and contagious energy deliver exactly what today’s leaders need.”

IHOP’s Largest Franchisee, Sunshine Restaurant Partners, President