Nathan Caldwell
Leading with Kindness is your greatest advantage!
"Nathan's a booster shot for our culture! We're thankful he came to pump us up!" - HR, Dollywood
"Nathan is incredible! His message is relevant and can be put into action." - Operations, Wild Adventures
Nathan is a bestselling author, leadership keynote speaker, facilitator, and coach. He has worked hand-in-hand with leadership teams to uncover key strategies that truly impact the growth of their organization.
He's a culture architect and believes kindness isn't nice — it's necessary.
With a background spanning live entertainment and over a decade in tech leadership, Nathan has a track record of driving culture and strategy: building culture through multiple acquisitions at a $1.2 billion software company, and originating a software idea that went from concept to launch and acquisition by a $4.3 billion cybersecurity firm.
As the #1 bestselling author of Empowering Kindness, he's taken the stage for Dollywood, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Lagoon, Wild Adventures, Answers in Genesis, GRITT Leadership Summit, and many more — delivering one clear message: Culture. Innovation. Kindness.
Nathan is a bestselling author, leadership keynote speaker, facilitator, and coach. He has worked hand-in-hand with leadership teams to uncover key strategies that truly impact the growth of their organization.
He's a culture architect and believes kindness isn't nice — it's necessary.
With a background spanning live entertainment and over a decade in tech leadership, Nathan has a track record of driving culture and strategy: building culture through multiple acquisitions at a $1.2 billion software company, and originating a software idea that went from concept to launch and acquisition by a $4.3 billion cybersecurity firm.
As the #1 bestselling author of Empowering Kindness, he's taken the stage for Dollywood, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Lagoon, Wild Adventures, Answers in Genesis, GRITT Leadership Summit, and many more — delivering one clear message: Culture. Innovation. Kindness.
Kill Them with Kindness - Repairing Toxic Cultures
Format: 60 minute keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Executive Leadership
- Managers/Supervisors
The audience will leave with:
- Understanding what True Kindness in Leadership is.
- Understanding the Negative Consequences a Lack of Kindness Creates.
- Recognizing How to Bring Kindness to Life to Defeat a Toxic...
6 Key Communication ERAs Every Leader Must Master To Avoid A Cruel Summer
Format: 60 minute keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Managers/Supervisors
- Team Members Desiring to Develop
The audience will leave with:
- Understanding What Stands in the Way of Effective Communication (Even if it's themselves; "Hi, it's me. I'm the problem it's me.")
- Key Positive Communication Approaches
- Thinking About Effective...
What Your Guests Really Want. Confessions of a Dad of Four & Average (wink, wink) Guest.
Format: 60 minute keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Hospitality Industry Leaders
- Attractions Industry Leaders
- Tourism Industry Leaders
The audience will leave with:
- How Leaders Can Create a Culture of Magical Moments
- How Every Person On Your Team Plays a Part in the Guest Experience
Hospitality, attractions,...
FAN-TUNING; How to Create Raving Excitement in the Hearts of Your Fans
Format: 60 minute keynote
This program is perfect for:
- CRO, Sales Leaders, Marketing Leaders
- Business Owners
- Customer Success Leaders
- Leaders Looking to Embrace Innovation
The audience will leave with:
- How to Listen to Your Customers/Guests
- How to Build a Culture Embraced by Your Team and Guests
Getting...
Leadership Development Isn’t Just for Leaders: Growing a Workforce That Improves, Matures, and Succeeds
Format: 60 minute keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Business Owners Needing to Develop their People
- Supervisors, Managers, and Leaders Who Want to Make an Impact
The audience will leave with:
- Understanding the Incredible Impact Leadership Development has on a Culture when Embraced at Every Level
- Key Strategies to Ensure Everyone Is Given What...
The Great Belonging: Creating a True Team Culture
Format: 60 minute keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Leaders who Truly Care About Making a Difference
- Leaders who Don't Realize Their Full Potential
The audience will leave with:
- Inspired to Show Kindness to Those They Lead
- Understand the Great Opportunity they Have to Make an Impact
Behind the...
How Do We Get More From A Leadership Kickoff Event?
Format: 60 minute keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Leadership Kickoff Planners
- HR Leaders, Sales Leaders, and Team Leaders Focused on Keeping the Energy and Training Alive Beyond Your Kickoff
The audience will leave with:
- Coaching to Create a Unified and Impactful Message
- Clear Concepts to Rollout Support to Keep the Energy...
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Dollywood
On-Site
C.M., Communications Coordinator, Dollywood
“Hearing Nathan speak was such a refreshing pep rally and start to our season.”
TCH Industries
On-Site
K.M., VP Finance, TCH Industries
“I really enjoyed how Nathan connected with everybody. He showed how anyone, whether a leader or a team member can become your best self!”
Dollywood
On-Site
L.W., Culture Ambassador, Dollywood
“I loved how he talked about leaders embracing kindness and how we can implement it throughout our teams. It really hit home with me.”
PFSbrands
On-Site
C.W., Regional Business Developer, PFSbrands
“I loved Nathan’s session! I loved his humor and his ability to relate to the audience."
ConnectWise
On-Site
A.S., VP Ecosystem Evangelism, ConnectWise
"He oozes the right kind of culture and is able to bring others along with him on that journey!"
Wild Adventures Theme Park
On-Site
J.V., GM & VP, Wild Adventures Theme Park
“Nathan brought a great amount of energy to our leadership program, that will last throughout our season!”
Lagoon Amusement Park
On-Site
T.C., GM & VP, Lagoon Amusement Park
"Nathan has done a fabulous job what we wanted to do as a company is to get our people to understand how how important kindness is and what that really means in the workforce and he hit it home. Everybody I talked to was very positive and they all want him to come back again!"
Attractions Academy
On-Site
S.M., Organizational Development Consultant, Attractions Academy
"He speaks with passion. He speaks with enthusiasm. He speaks from experience. And he just relates to everybody in the room."
Lagoon Amusement Park
On-Site
D.G., Director of HR, Lagoon Amusement Park
"We were so excited to have him here speaking with us. I thoroughly enjoyed myself I had nothing but positive feedback coming from all of our leaders on their way out as they expressed their gratitude for the information that Nathan shared today."
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
On-Site
O.A., Vice President, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
"Nathan was fantastic. He did a great job and he inspired all of our employees. Everybody walked away inspired, feeling good about the season!"
Santa Cruz Seaside Company
On-Site
J.A., Managing Director of Operations, Santa Cruz Seaside Company
"Nathan was the perfect energy we needed. His message was perfect. Our team was inspired and engaged. He was exactly what we needed."
Wild Adventures
On-Site
C.R., Attractions Operations Manager, Wild Adventures
"Nathan is incredible! His message is relevant and can be put into action."
Dollywood
On-Site
A.H., HR Leader, Dollywood
"Nathan's a booster shot for our culture! We're thankful he cam to pump us up!"
Sandbox VR
On-Site
B.C., Territory Leader, Sandbox VR
"WOW, I Blown Away inspirational seconds learned a lot gained a lot more resources that I can take back to my organization and continue to share along the way."
Holiday World
On-Site
J.A., VP & Chief People Officer, Holiday World
"Nathan's session was amazing. It really spoke to me. I wish my entire leadership team could have been there to witness it. The examples he gave, the real world applicability, and the things we can take back to our company. I highly recommend Nathan."
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