Steve Fredlund
- Keynote Speaker & Bestselling Author
- Humanitarian
- Recovering Actuary
Steve Fredlund Speaker Biography
Steve Fredlund is an award-winning keynote speaker, two-time TEDx presenter, and bestselling author of Do the Unright Thing: Memoir of a People Pleaser. With a background spanning three decades as an actuary, executive, entrepreneur, and nonprofit founder, Steve brings a rare blend of analytical insight and heartfelt storytelling to every stage.
His journey took an unexpected turn after leading humanitarian efforts in East Africa, where he gained profound insights into life and leadership—and realized that doing everything “right” isn’t what leads to fulfillment or impact. That revelation sparked his mission to help others discover what he calls the Courage Advantage™—the everyday courage to move beyond expectation, lead with authenticity, and live in alignment with what truly matters.
Through his proprietary frameworks and powerful keynotes, Steve equips leaders and teams to navigate change, strengthen connection, and perform with greater purpose and impact.
Known for his laugh-out-loud humor, relatable storytelling, and ability to make complex ideas simple, Steve has inspired audiences across Fortune 500 companies, healthcare systems, credit unions, nonprofits, and global communities. Offstage, he enjoys disc golf, poker, and enduring the highs and heartbreaks of Minnesota sports.
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EMBRACE THE ADVENTURE: How to Keep Moving Forward When the Path Isn’t Clear
In a world where change keeps accelerating and clarity rarely comes first, it is easy to feel stuck between wanting to move forward and not knowing how. In this uplifting, story-driven keynote, Steve “Safari Dude” Fredlund reframes uncertainty as part of the adventure, not a problem to eliminate. Through powerful safari stories and practical insight, audiences learn how to keep moving forward with intention, surround themselves with the right people, and take the bold action that creates momentum when the path is unclear.
THE COURAGE ADVANTAGE: How Leaders Build Trust, Engagement, and Performance in Uncertain Times
In today’s environment, engagement and performance are not driven by pressure or programs. They are shaped by how leaders show up every day. In this practical and human-centered keynote, Steve Fredlund shows how leaders build trust, strengthen connection, and create ownership through simple, consistent behaviors. While designed for leaders, the message resonates with anyone who influences others and wants to make a greater impact at work.
RAISE THE STAKES: How to Make High-Pressure Decisions with Limited Information
Today’s decisions must be made faster, with less information and higher stakes. In this engaging and highly relatable keynote, Steve Fredlund uses lessons from championship-level poker to show how top performers make strong, confident decisions without certainty. Audiences learn how to think clearly under pressure, evaluate competing signals, and move forward decisively even when the right answer is not obvious.
