Austin Walker is an executive coach with Novus Global and a sought-after keynote speaker who helps leaders and teams perform beyond what they thought was possible. His work with executives, teams, and organizations spans industries, from global companies to scrappy startups.

Austin’s approach blends storytelling, humor, and practical insights to inspire audiences toward action. Drawing on years of experience in leadership development, executive coaching, and high-performance team building, he connects with people through real-world examples and cultural references that resonate. Whether he's speaking to a room full of seasoned executives or a gathering of emerging leaders, Austin brings an energy that is refreshing, honest, and transformational.

Austin helps teams, leaders, organizations, and athletes move from high performance mode into Meta Performance. When you work with Austin, you get more than just a keynote—you get a catalyst for lasting impact.

SIGNATURE TALKS

Beyond High Performance: What Great Leaders Do That Good Ones Don’t

“Beyond High Performance” is a provocative invitation for leaders and teams who are already great at what they do…and know there’s still another level. This keynote unlocks the mindset and momentum needed to move from success to transcendence, and sparks the kind of transformation that doesn’t just improve performance, it redefines it."

The One Conversation That Changes Everything: Building a Culture of Bold Ownership

For leaders tired of dragging teams forward or watching culture drift off-course, this keynote delivers a wake-up call: it’s not better strategy that drives transformation…it’s better conversations. When leaders embrace and model bold ownership, it creates the conditions for radical accountability, deeper engagement, and lasting cultural change. This keynote equips organizations to move from compliance to commitment, and from passive frustration to proactive momentum one conversation at a time.

Your Next Bold Move: How Visionary Leaders Decide What’s Next

The most pivotal decisions don’t come from spreadsheets. They come from identity, imagination, and the courage to choose a different future. This keynote is designed for high-capacity leaders and organizations who want to figure out what’s next. It unpacks the psychology of bold decision-making, reveals the invisible fences that limit vision, and helps you clarify the path ahead.

  • "Austin is a gifted communicator and storyteller. He is well prepared and has a knack for presenting complicated subjects in a way that brings an audience along for the ride, allowing them to grasp the content that’s as natural as an everyday conversation. Austin brings together humor, research, personal anecdotes and a Socratic style thats tremendously effective at connecting with audiences of any size.”

    Mike Bernard, Chief Marketing Officer, Vendavo

  • “You can always count on Austin to deliver with engagement, inspiration, and humor. His relatable authenticity shines through every talk, leaving listeners motivated and eager for more.”

  • "Most speakers give motivation. Austin gave transformation. His message hit the heart of our leadership challenges and sparked conversations that are still shaping our direction months later."