Alan Feirer offers a personal and powerful keynote:
“We’ve Been Waiting for You”
How Belief, Value, and Delight Create Impactful Leaders and Energized Teams
Presented by Alan Feirer
Leadership Trainer, Author, Founder of Group Dynamic
Alan’s impactful keynote address, We’ve Been Waiting for You, equips leaders and team members alike with the mindset and tools to create extraordinary experiences—at work, in schools, or in any organization. Alan draws from 25 years of leadership development, a remarkable travel story, and research-backed insights to help audience members shift from surviving to thriving.
Key Themes and Inspirations
- Add value. Go beyond the expected to build trust and engagement in your team and your community.
- Surprise and delight. Create emotionally resonant moments that people never forget — and will want to tell others about.
- Believe in yourself and others. Unlock potential by moving through imposter feelings and helping others feel like they truly belong.
You and your audience will leave inspired to add genuine value to every interaction, create moments of surprise that build loyalty and connection, overcome self-doubt, believe in your own impact, and cultivate belief in the people around you — especially when it matters most.
“We’ve Been Waiting for You” is especially ideal for:
Leadership Conferences
Company-Wide Employee Events
Educator Development Days
Organizational Kickoffs
About Alan Feirer
Alan is the founder of Group Dynamic, a leadership and team development firm that helps clients build leaders who motivate and teams who love working together. He’s the author of Leadership in Action: Eight Virtues, and a trusted guide for organizations across industries from Fortune 500 companies to construction firms to youth programs.
He brings insight, humility, and just enough humor to help people lead with curiosity, empathy and purpose.
“I had the privilege of hearing Alan deliver the opening keynote at the Iowa Employment Conference, and his presentation was one of the highlights of the day for me. Alan skillfully wove personal stories with practical leadership lessons in a way that was both memorable and inspiring. His message sparked ideas about things I could try differently with my own team. I believe a sign of great teaching is when you find yourself recalling nuggets of wisdom long after the presentation, and that has certainly been the case with Alan’s message. If you have the opportunity to hear Alan speak or have him facilitate or teach your group, jump at the chance.”
Kevin Jansma — Chief People Officer, Taylored Expressions
“Alan Feirer delivered one of the most impactful keynote sessions we’ve ever hosted. In his powerful keynote address, We’ve Been Waiting for You, Alan equips leaders and team members alike with the mindset and tools to create extraordinary experiences at work. His ability to blend leadership insight, real‑world application, and genuine human connection kept our audience fully engaged from the first minute to the last. Alan doesn’t just speak—he equips. Our attendees walked away with practical tools, renewed confidence, and a deeper understanding of what effective leadership looks like in action. His energy, clarity, and authenticity elevated our entire conference experience.”
Nan Boland — President, Iowa Employment Conference, 2026
“I have had the privilege of bringing Alan Feirer in to speak to our Iowa Corn I-LEAD leadership program, and I can say with confidence that his message resonates long after his keynote ends. Alan has a unique ability to blend heartfelt storytelling with practical leadership insights, inspiring people to lead with greater intention, authenticity, and purpose. In addition, I also highly recommend his book, Leadership in Action: 8 Virtues. It provides an outstanding framework for leaders who want to strengthen their influence and make a lasting impact. If you’re looking for a keynote that will inspire meaningful conversations and real change within your organization, Alan delivers!”
Denise Forney — Vice President of Talent and Organizational Development, Iowa Corn
“Alan does a fantastic job of creating content that can change behaviors in any type of organization. His delivery, including the stories he tells, captures participants’ attention and creates a mindset that makes his ideas easier to understand, apply, and use to make a difference.”
Todd McDonald — President, ATW Training Solutions
