Wes Berry WSJ Bestselling Author
Wes will align with your objectives to deliver improved individual and organizational performance. He is a TEDx Speaker and HUMORIST, a WSJ bestselling author with sixteen success books.
As an entrepreneur, Wes Berry founded and built a business with over $750 million in sales. He has been on the front lines of commerce and, most notably, establishing a private vocational school, a retail franchise system covering five states, and a half-dozen million-dollar companies. He has also served on the boards of an educational foundation, youth assistance, Henry Ford Hospital, and as a trustee for a nine-figure foundation. His many honors include being the NAACP’s businessperson of the year. He was even named Businessperson of the Year by Optimist International; talk about a glass-half-full kind of guy.
A true storyteller, Wes is a communicator of the highest order, and his breadth of knowledge makes him an outstanding keynote speaker and workshop facilitator. He has authored sixteen bestselling books in the business and success genres. Including the Wall Street Journal and USA TODAY bestseller, Big Things Have Small Beginning. His engaging speaking style also served him as a talk radio host. He also claims to be a trophy husband; however, his wife refuses to comment.
His extensive business knowledge and communications skills have made him an expert media contributor on many topics, from commercial drone applications to the downsizing of Sears, resulting in appearances with various media outlets. His many media appearances include NPR, The Wall Street Journal, The London Times, Entrepreneur and Time magazines, Fox News, Neil Cavuto, Geraldo Rivera, and John Stossel, to name just a few.
Married for 30+ years, he has four adult sons and spends his leisure time with his English Bulldog or working on his ever-humbling golf game.
As an entrepreneur, Wes Berry founded and built a business with over $750 million in sales. He has been on the front lines of commerce and, most notably, establishing a private vocational school, a retail franchise system covering five states, and a half-dozen million-dollar companies. He has also served on the boards of an educational foundation, youth assistance, Henry Ford Hospital, and as a trustee for a nine-figure foundation. His many honors include being the NAACP’s businessperson of the year. He was even named Businessperson of the Year by Optimist International; talk about a glass-half-full kind of guy.
A true storyteller, Wes is a communicator of the highest order, and his breadth of knowledge makes him an outstanding keynote speaker and workshop facilitator. He has authored sixteen bestselling books in the business and success genres. Including the Wall Street Journal and USA TODAY bestseller, Big Things Have Small Beginning. His engaging speaking style also served him as a talk radio host. He also claims to be a trophy husband; however, his wife refuses to comment.
His extensive business knowledge and communications skills have made him an expert media contributor on many topics, from commercial drone applications to the downsizing of Sears, resulting in appearances with various media outlets. His many media appearances include NPR, The Wall Street Journal, The London Times, Entrepreneur and Time magazines, Fox News, Neil Cavuto, Geraldo Rivera, and John Stossel, to name just a few.
Married for 30+ years, he has four adult sons and spends his leisure time with his English Bulldog or working on his ever-humbling golf game.
SPEAKING CATALOG
Wes Berry’s Speaking Catalog represents topics he has authored books on, and digital copies are provided to all attendees. He is an expert in these areas, making them readily available for Keynote Speaking and Workshop Presentations. Humor, motivation, and audience engagement are core components of all his presentations. A gamification exercise is a popular option depending on your event type.
Mindset, Motivation, and Teamwork
A positive mindset is the most valuable asset an individual can possess. You need to win or learn and never worry about failure. You know everything that happens is positive and negative; it is up to you to define how you will use your experiences. This concept is challenging to some, but it will become indisputable through this discussion. Why do we do the things we do? Do you diet for your health, appearance, or a little bit of both? How can I motivate myself as...
Communication, Stress, and Teamwork
Everyone communicates differently; my wife asked me to let the dog out, and I got up and started washing the dishes. In the words of George Bernard Shaw, “The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” Wes will cover it all with active, critical, and engaging listening, along with non-verbal communication. Stress doesn’t have to lead to panic. The fight or flight response is a natural reaction to stress, and learning to reframe it as simply part of...
Leadership, Integrity, and Core Competency
It takes successful leadership to have a successful organization, and leaders are the ones who are willing to take calculated risks. Managers follow the rules. Authentic leaders are the ones who make things happen that everyone else thought were impossible. Sometimes they even turn a blind eye. An individual, as well as an organization, needs to have integrity; they need to take responsibility for successes as well as shortcomings. People need to feel...
Outcome Based Sales, Communication, and Teamwork
Customer success is when customers achieve their desired outcome (PC for sale) through their interactions with your company. The desired outcome is straightforward. It’s what the customer needs to accomplish in the way they need to achieve it. There’s the desired outcome, and then there’s their appropriate experience. When you bring those two things together, you get the desired result. If we can help them achieve their desired outcome, they will be successful and stay with us....
MY MOM ALWAYS SAID I HAD A FACE FOR RADIO
THE INTERVIEW
Although Big Things Have Small Beginnings has long been Wes’s hallmark presentation, The Interview is uniquely engaging and an experience Wes is especially adept at due to his years in radio broadcasting. Wes can create a customized presentation featuring a live on-stage interview of a key individual or award winner within your organization or, if you want to have fun, maybe their significant other. This is a perfect construct for launching...
The Motivation and Mindset that Built a $750 Million Business
A telling account of how with a bold and positive outlook, Wes propelled this family’s small, failing, Detroit-based flower shop into an international business operating in 130 countries with over 750 MILLION DOLLARS in sales. He shares what he has learned about attaining success, taken from his international best-selling book Big Things Have Small Beginnings. This presentation is inspirational and motivating, a story of leadership and success. And WOW, your attendees will better...
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ACOSTA
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R.T., Senior Director of Sales, ACOSTA
Verificado @acosta.comI enjoyed your keynote at the Business Leadership Conference. It was interesting how you presented "The Ritz Experience" to guide a business to success. I had no idea that the origin of "the customer is never wrong" could be traced to Cesar Ritz and its variations to so many legendary brands. Thanks for the copy of your book. I'm looking forward to reading it.
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It's impossible for me to write a single line for one of the most impressive business leaders I've ever known! He combines real life experiences - wins and recovery for even more wins! Wes delivers everything you ask for and then more. His laughter-filled keynote addresses has a powerful message - meaningful, timely and materials relevant to any audience. He has my complete endorsement!
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To Whom it may concern. I teach at the college level and presentation skills are every bit as important as the content to be delivered. When I experience a great public speaker it really grabs my attention. Wes Berry has a very natural way of presenting that he make you feel that he is talking directly to you. His ability to craft a story from his many life's experiences is a rare gift. To make you understand his trials, share in his triumphs and laugh with his humor is not something that any public speaker can do, and Wes handles this like a pro. I traveled from Canada to hear Wes speak and I would make the trip without hesitation again given the opportunity. Wes is a very entertaining presenter.
Greenlee Consulting
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S.G., President, Greenlee Consulting
Verificado @yahoo.com"Wes Berry is an outstanding leader, author, and broadcast personality. He has a wide array of experience in business and organizations which allow him to be informative and provide different points of view based on practical experience. I enjoyed hearing him and know you will as well!"
Hempzene
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M.A., Founder, and CEO, Hempzene
Verificado @bluevasellc.comWes Just wanted to drop you a note of appreciation for delivering your Leadership Keynote "Burn the Box" at our annual conference. It was a captivating presentation, and we'd like to have you back for our spring workshop series. Your explanation of Developmental Leadership vs. Attrition Leadership was an eye-opener for many of us. Thanks for keeping us laughing during these challenging times.
Michigan Masons
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F.K., Outreach & Member Care Manager, Michigan Masons
Verificado @ameritech.netWes Berry is an exceptional speaker, with a knack for making complex subjects relatable. He is a master at engaging an audience, making them an active part of a presentation. A truly enjoyable experience.
Digital Reality
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C.W., Founder, Digital Reality
Verificado @gmail.comEveryone here really enjoyed your Keynote address, especially the bit about Water Hagen making thousand dollar bets with an empty wallet. It's fascinating how you used friendy wages to motivate staff, so they exceed their expectations.
World Sports Fitness
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M.P.M., Founder & CEO, World Sports Fitness
Verificado @sbcglobal.netIt was a pleasure to have you deliver our Keynote address, and it was with satisfaction to take credit for engaging you. Yes, true to your word, our attendees will be talking about both of us for years to come. It was especially nice because we gave your book to all the attendees. And this was the first time we incorporated a book signing into our event. Hope to bring you back for our mid-winter retreat.
National Operations
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M.F., Major Accounts, National Operations
Verificado @gmail.comHaving read "Big Things Have Small Beginnings" as well as listened to Wes's in person seminar I can say that he has helped myself and my team members to realize that success and dreams do come true. Further, he presents real life experiences that he as well as other successful professionals endured along there journey on their path to success. Wes is able to convey the importance of goal setting, action steps for each goal and how to progress toward ultimate success. Wes helps people develope the winning attitude to sustain our efforts for not only success but dealing with setbacks as well.
AcuMax
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E.F., General Counsel and COO, AcuMax
Verificado @hotmail.comWes Berry is an engaging speaker who is not content with merely inspiring an audience. His real-life examples ensure a memorable and actionable experience. In addition to being a raconteur extraordinaire, Wes's messages deliver a takeaway that can change the way people think, act and live.
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Your stories had them laughing, heck, almost dying. Most importantly, their takeaway was pure motivation. The kind of motivation that will keep refilling their soul every single day. Even cooler, they now know how to deliver this same type of motivation throughout their organizations. Also, you are right, that little card "Turning Goals into Reality" is already delivering results for me. Thank you!
Union Home Mortgage
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J.E., Account Executi, Union Home Mortgage
Verificado @unionhomemortgage.comYour storytelling was so engaging that you had everyone riveted on you every word. Some of the points you made were elementary, although often overlooked. Your story about the golfer Water Hagen making a $1,000 bet without a dime in his pocket and how that is one way to create motivation. Even a token wager indeed gets my motivational juices moving. I'll never overlook the incorporation of "skin in the game" again.
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W.G.R.P.H..
Verificado @yahoo.com"I have known Wes Berry since our early teens. Even then, I could tell that he was someone special. He capably led our fraternity and quickly started overseeing his family's business ventures. His life experiences have made Wes a brilliant conversationalist and commenter and even hosts his own weekly radio show. He has held memberships in Rotary International, Optimists International, NAACP, Shriners International, Detroit Athletic Club, and Kirk in the Hills Presbyterian Church, where he's taught Sunday School, ushered, and served on its Board of Trustees. He has also served on the Boards of an Educational Foundation, Community Youth Assistance, and Henry Ford Hospital. Wes currently serves as a Trustee of the Michigan Masonic Charitable Foundation. He also volunteers with a community group that provides wheelchair ramps to those in need. Wes Berry not only "talks the talk," but he "walks the walk"! He is a man of many unique gifts and talents, and I am proud to call him my friend and brother."
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Wes Berry uses a lifetime of earned business and life knowledge to guide the audience on a fun, witty journey. I highly recommend any speech by Wes Berry.
Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel
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L.J., Executive, Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel
Verificado @cbwm.comWes Berry is a man of many talents. I have known Wes for many years, as a great businessman, an author, an active and inspiring Rotarian, as well as an active member of the Optimist Club. Wes has always had a natural and spontaneous way to be humorous, he can light up any room at a moments notice. Sometimes I wonder if he even realizes how witty he is. I have attended presentations by Wes and always admired the way he can make a training session so enjoyable that time races by. I can promise Wes will give your group an inspiring presentation that they will not forget.
Shaw Communications
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T.R.S.J.., CEO, Shaw Communications
Verificado @gmail.comWes, just wanted to say thanks for delivering the address to the Rotary District 6360 Conference. I learned a lot and you gave me some practical advice to apply in many facets of work and life. It's great when someone can put practical experiences into everyday perspective. I especially enjoyed chatting with you afterward and discussing book promotion and sales, best wishes for continued success. Thanks again for an enlightening and educational experience.
O'Leary Funds Inc.
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K.O.L., Co-Founder, O'Leary Funds Inc.
"Wes, "I loved Big Things Have Small Beginnings"...I love everything about it. Keep up the great work!"
Cardone Capital
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G.C., Business Coach, Cardone Capital
"Yo! Congratulations, Wes, on your new book! Well done! Big Things Have Small Beginnings, true story...I'm proof of that success!"
SkinnyGirl
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B.F., CEO Founder, SkinnyGirl
"Big Things Have Small Beginnings...is the truest thing I've heard...I'm all about it!"
FUBU
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D.J., CEO, FUBU
"Big Things Have Small Beginnings focuses...on being the catalyst that delivers success. Congratulations, Wes! Keep changing lives!"
Waterford Sharks Club
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J.P., Guest, Waterford Sharks Club
Very captivation and inspiring could listen to Wes for hours.
Grose Point Yacht Club
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R.D., Program Chairman, Grose Point Yacht Club
Wes was a delight. Would have him back anytime. He is a real pro.
Birmingham Community Center
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J.D., Speaker Chairman, Birmingham Community Center
Wes did a great job speaking to our members. He was very positive and funny as well.
Clawson
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B.B., Program Director, Clawson
Wes gave each attending a copy of his book "Big Things Have Small Beginnings" and proceeded to give an engaging presentation about life's lessons and how anyone can benefit by changing their thought processes and perspective. I felt that he was an exceptional presenter maintained an excellent report with his entire audience. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking an outstanding program or keynote speaker.
Warren Group
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J.L., Executive Secretary, Warren Group
Wes - gave a super excellent presentation. He was animated, interesting and very informative. The interaction with his audience was remarkable and enjoyable. Several members stayed after the meeting to continue discussing his book and especially commenting on his humor.
Livingston Sunrise
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M.R., Event Planner, Livingston Sunrise
Wes, thank you for coming and sharing with the Livingston Sunrise.
Fox Business
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C.P., Reporter, Fox Business
Wes Berry, it seems like you're getting out ahead of the curve.
Detroit Free Press
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J.K., Reporter, Detroit Free Press
A foundation of ideas with which to succeed in virtually every aspect of life.
Midwest Book Review
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S.K., Book Critic, Midwest Book Review
An enlightening and extremely informitive
Book Pleasures
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N.G., Publisher, Book Pleasures
A rational approach that provides profound insights
Amazon
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G.H., Hall of Fame Reviewer, Amazon
Wise and warm counsel from a man who makes small beginnings blossom into success.
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R.D.W.
Wes Berry is an amazing inspirational speaker. His talks relate to his own successful personal experience and business practices in both an entertaining and persuasive matter. The events he relates are life changing happenings that motivate his audience to change their own life capabilities. His listeners will take away an unforgettable story that they will want to use and share with others.
4 North Associates LLC
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J.J., Princopal, 4 North Associates LLC
I have personally known Wesley for almost 40 years. He is one of the most energetic and motivating business owners that I have had the pleasure of seeing in action. He built a world class ecommerce business focused on satisfying every customer and visitor that came to the site. His understanding of consumer behavior coupled with his marketing prowess was centered on what motivated the consumer to make a purchase decision. In addition to his focus on customers, he also was excellent at delegating and motivating his team of employees to share the vision. If you are looking for an entrepreneurial keynote speaker, Wesley Berry is an obvious choice. He will not disappoint































