Yanick Hicks

Yanick Hicks

PharmD, Maxwell keynote speaker

GA, US

Elevate your event with Dr. Yanick Hicks, a powerhouse keynote speaker blending leadership expertise with real-world impact. As a licensed pharmacist and Maxwell Leadership Executive Director, he inspires teamwork, communication, and resilience. Trusted by brands like Medtronic and McDonald’s, Yanick delivers 80+ transformative talks yearly, leaving audiences energized and empowered.

Dr. Yanick Hicks is a dynamic Executive Director, keynote speaker, and certified Maxwell Leadership Team member who specializes in leadership, teamwork, and communication. Known for his engaging storytelling and actionable insights, Yanick empowers organizations to unlock their potential through people-centric, servant leadership principles. With over 7 years of professional speaking experience and an impressive track record of 80+ engagements annually, he consistently delivers high-impact presentations that inspire, energize, and drive results.

Drawing from his background as a licensed pharmacist with a PharmD from Marshall University, Yanick offers a unique perspective on leadership. His experience leading teams at Walgreens informs his values-based approach, equipping leaders with practical strategies to enhance collaboration, resilience, and performance. Yanick’s ability to connect with audiences has earned him top ratings and the honor of captivating crowds as large as 2,400.

Trusted by leading brands like Medtronic, McDonald’s, and Wells Fargo, Yanick has also been a sought-after speaker at national and regional conferences, including the Indiana Primary Health Care Association, Georgia Primary Care Association, Virginia Association of Community Services Boards, etc. His tailored, results-driven sessions empower leaders across industries to create lasting impact within their teams and organizations.

Outside of his professional life, Yanick is an active youth sports coach who enjoys soccer, hiking, movies, and spending quality time with family and friends. Whether you’re organizing a corporate event, association conference, or leadership summit, Yanick Hicks is the proven speaker who delivers practical insights, energizes audiences, and inspires transformation.

Dr. Yanick Hicks is a dynamic Executive Director, keynote speaker, and certified Maxwell Leadership Team member who specializes in leadership, teamwork, and communication. Known for his engaging storytelling and actionable insights, Yanick empowers organizations to unlock their potential through people-centric, servant leadership principles. With over 7 years of professional speaking experience and an impressive track record of 80+ engagements annually, he consistently delivers high-impact presentations that inspire, energize, and drive results.

Drawing from his background as a licensed pharmacist with a PharmD from Marshall University, Yanick offers a unique perspective on leadership. His experience leading teams at Walgreens informs his values-based approach, equipping leaders with practical strategies to enhance collaboration, resilience, and performance. Yanick’s ability to connect with audiences has earned him top ratings and the honor of captivating crowds as large as 2,400.

Trusted by leading brands like Medtronic, McDonald’s, and Wells Fargo, Yanick has also been a sought-after speaker at national and regional conferences, including the Indiana Primary Health Care Association, Georgia Primary Care Association, Virginia Association of Community Services Boards, etc. His tailored, results-driven sessions empower leaders across industries to create lasting impact within their teams and organizations.

Outside of his professional life, Yanick is an active youth sports coach who enjoys soccer, hiking, movies, and spending quality time with family and friends. Whether you’re organizing a corporate event, association conference, or leadership summit, Yanick Hicks is the proven speaker who delivers practical insights, energizes audiences, and inspires transformation.

Becoming a Person of Influence

presentation is packed full of information and interaction with the intent to create a fun learning environment for building awareness. My goal is to have each participant to walk away with at least one mind-changing idea that will create a desire for motivation and self-improvement to increase productivity and results in your organization

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How To Be a REAL Success

Format: 60 minute [keynote, workshop, breakout]

 

This program is perfect for:

  • Entry level employee
  • Intermediate employee

 

The audience will leave with:

  • Relate to others better as you understand relational rules and develop the ability to work with people
  • Improve your ATTITUDE through daily practice and turn problems...
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Developing the Leaders Around You

Format: 60 minute [keynote & breakout]

 

This program is perfect for:

  • Executive level leaders
  • Mid-level leaders

 

The audience will leave with:

  • Identifying and evaluating potential leaders
  • Turning producers into reproducers
  • Reproducing generations of...
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The 5 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership

Format: 60 minute [keynote, workshop, breakout, etc..]

 

This program is perfect for:

  • Middle to Executive level leaders

 

The audience will leave with:

  • Creating a climate of high morale
  • Focus on developing more leaders 


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