Shawn Ellis Speaking Fee, Schedule, Bio & Contact Details

Shawn Ellis

Keynote Speaker on Change, Resilience & Radical Adaptability™ · The Endings Expert · Author

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Columbus, OH

Shawn Ellis

Biography

Shawn Ellis moved to Nashville at 17 to pursue a music career. The fact there’s no band on stage when he speaks today tells you things didn’t go according to plan. What followed was nearly 20 years spent working with the world’s leading thinkers on leadership and change. Then financial collapse. He had the best information available, but the gap was implementation.

That contradiction became the question at the center of his work: why do smart, capable people who know what needs to change still get stuck?

His answer is Radical Adaptability™, built around five choices—Calm, Clarity, Courage, Confidence and Community—that help people override the survival patterns uncertainty triggers. His second keynote, Choose Your Ending™, explores why the next breakthrough may begin with what we stop doing. His training includes programs through MIT Executive Education, Vanderbilt University, Robbins-Madanes and the HeartMath Institute.

Shawn measures what happens in the room: across surveyed participants in 2026, the share who felt highly equipped to address their biggest change challenge rose from 19% to 87% in a single session (self-rated, opt-in). He has worked with organizations including Caterpillar, Alcon, Lockheed Martin and Unum, and is the author of Mastering the Moments. He lives near Columbus, Ohio.

Shawn Ellis

Featured Book

Mastering the Moments: A Journey of Endings, Beginnings, and the Space in Between

by Shawn Ellis

Are you looking for a path to less stress and more joy amidst the chaos of constant change and uncertainty?

Resilience strategist and keynote speaker Shawn Ellis was on a mission to find the same, and in Mastering the Moments, he shares his journey of learning how the smallest moments can profoundly shape our lives. Over the course of a decade, not only did he find tools and practices to manage stress, but also to live your best, most authentic life, even in the midst of adversity.

Shawn's story of transforming from a shy, introverted kid into a successful public speaker, his candid account of breaking free from a codependent marriage, and his journey to find peace while parenting a spirited young boy highlight the inner strength and resilience we all possess. His story offers hope and inspiration for anyone feeling trapped in their circumstances.

You'll learn—or remember—that our lives are not defined by the moments that shape us, but by how we shape the moments.

Along the way, you will also find:

Practical tools to slow down and embrace the present moment, allowing what is and letting go of what was
Insights into the power of mindfulness and positive affirmations to transform your mindset and enhance your well-being
Strategies to identify and trust your inner voice, recognizing your desires as divine guides to your true path
The importance of taking small, courageous steps, showing that even the biggest leaps start with a single step
Encouragement to find faith in your own story, giving you the strength to persevere despite adversity and setbacks

Filled with relatable stories, practical wisdom, and actionable advice, Mastering the Moments is an invitation to begin shaping your own moments and live a life of authenticity and joy. Whether navigating changes at work, at home, or within yourself, this book offers the support you need to make the shift from just surviving to truly thriving.

Order Mastering the Moments today to join Shawn on this transformative journey and discover a simple path to living with greater resilience, purpose, and joy.

Your discussion set the perfect tone... I heard nothing but positive feedback from your session. You have a real gift for connecting with people, relating in a very authentic way.

Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education

Shawn's keynote was a hit and a great way to kick off our event! His message resonated and I was impressed by how much time he spent getting to know his audience ahead of time. A genuine and powerful speaker.

Toastmasters International

Shawn's keynote on Radical Adaptability was a highlight of our Leadership Summit. Not only were we all inspired, but his practical tools continue to guide me daily--one exercise led me to set a Teams reminder that's reshaping how I approach difficult conversations. His authenticity and impact left us better equipped to lead with calm, clarity, and courage through our transformation.

Lockheed Martin

Thank you so much for an awesome job presenting at our Symposium. As the opening speaker you set the tone for the rest of the day and all I can say is WOW!

Corcentric

Shawn is the consummate storyteller philosopher. He brings his life lessons together in a way that makes them so relatable to his audience. While he entertains, you learn from his experiences. 90 minutes went by like 10. I could have spent the whole day listening to him.

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How to leverage Radical Adaptability to choose your endings and beginnings.

Inspiring, engaging, funny, great.

A lifeline for those struggling or stuck.

That letting go of something can lead to far more possibilities and rewards than you can imagine.

Strategy and tactics for growth.

Creating a framework to evolve.

A roadmap to change.

Shawn delivered exactly what we needed--and he did it on the toughest day of our meeting. If you want a speaker who entertains, there are plenty. If you want a speaker who moves culture forward and delivers tools your people will actually use--hire Shawn Ellis.

Alcon US Vision Care

Shawn was an absolute pleasure to work with. He took the time to get to know our association during the pre-planning process and was clearly invested in making sure his presentation was thoughtfully tailored to our group. His attention to detail and commitment to delivering a meaningful experience truly stood out. I highly recommend Shawn to close out any convention!

American Massage Therapy Association

Your discussion set the perfect tone... You have a real gift for connecting with people, relating in a very authentic way.

Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education

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