Tom Guetzke
HoF, MIM, CVP, CHP, DTM
MN, USLive Happy! The 5 Happy Habits create positive effects on your health and well-being. Inspired happiness to live your life filled with laughter and joy!
Tom Guetzke is a Hall of Fame speaker, best-selling author, and globally recognized thought-leader in the science of happiness—but his story didn’t start on a stage. It began in the boardrooms of the Fortune 500. As a global executive, Tom built powerhouse brands and multimillion-dollar ventures across 65 countries, leading teams at Whirlpool, PUR, founding KitchenAid Europa, and transforming business units from zero to $32 million in just two years. He was the definition of success... on paper.
But after years at the top, Tom walked away from the executive suite in search of something more meaningful: happiness.
What followed was a worldwide quest—part research project, part soul-searching adventure. Through travels to over 65 countries and advanced studies at Penn, Harvard, and UC Berkeley, Tom uncovered the universal habits that drive well-being. The result? The 5 Happy Habits—a research-backed, real-world roadmap for greater joy, energy, and purpose.
Today, Tom is known as The Happologist, blends neuroscience, positive psychology, and humor (he’s one of only 75 Certified Humor Professionals in the world) to help people live—and lead—happier, healthier lives. His mission is simple: to show that success without happiness is a broken formula—and that joy is not just a feeling, but a strategy.
Whether inspiring a leadership retreat or keynoting a global conference, Tom brings infectious energy, executive insight, and laugh-out-loud storytelling to every stage. Because when happiness becomes your strategy, success gets a whole lot sweeter!
Tom Guetzke is a Hall of Fame speaker, best-selling author, and globally recognized thought-leader in the science of happiness—but his story didn’t start on a stage. It began in the boardrooms of the Fortune 500. As a global executive, Tom built powerhouse brands and multimillion-dollar ventures across 65 countries, leading teams at Whirlpool, PUR, founding KitchenAid Europa, and transforming business units from zero to $32 million in just two years. He was the definition of success... on paper.
But after years at the top, Tom walked away from the executive suite in search of something more meaningful: happiness.
What followed was a worldwide quest—part research project, part soul-searching adventure. Through travels to over 65 countries and advanced studies at Penn, Harvard, and UC Berkeley, Tom uncovered the universal habits that drive well-being. The result? The 5 Happy Habits—a research-backed, real-world roadmap for greater joy, energy, and purpose.
Today, Tom is known as The Happologist, blends neuroscience, positive psychology, and humor (he’s one of only 75 Certified Humor Professionals in the world) to help people live—and lead—happier, healthier lives. His mission is simple: to show that success without happiness is a broken formula—and that joy is not just a feeling, but a strategy.
Whether inspiring a leadership retreat or keynoting a global conference, Tom brings infectious energy, executive insight, and laugh-out-loud storytelling to every stage. Because when happiness becomes your strategy, success gets a whole lot sweeter!
LIVE HAPPY: 5 Secrets to a Healthier and Happier You.
Format: 45-60 minute Keynote or 30 - 90 minute breakout
This program is perfect for:
- Companies or Associations that want to inspire their teams and members to discover how to lead happier lives!
The audience will leave with:
- A new awareness that they can positively influence the happiness in their lives.
- An...
The HAPPY FACTOR at WORK: Unlocking Productivity, Wellness & Success.
Format:
45-60 minute keynote or 30-90 minute breakout.
This program is perfect for:
- Businesses that want to enjoy a happier workplace
The audience will leave with:
- An awareness that they are the "boss" of their own happiness - not the company.
- Understand the positive impact that happiness has on the creativity and...
SELF-CARE for HEALTHCARE: Your Prescription for Happiness.
Format:
45-60 minute keynote or 30-90 minute breakout.
This program is perfect for:
- Those companies and Associations involved in healthcare
The audience will leave with:
- The importance of self-care as a healthcare professional
- The power of positive attitudes on patient care
- Daily stress-busters to increase happiness
Long...
THE HAPPY LEADER: Unleash the Power of Positive Leadership
Format: 45-60 minute Keynote or 30 - 90 minute breakout
This program is perfect for:
- Companies and Associations who want to create an environment with transformational leaders
- Building a culture focused on nurture, positive reinforcement, and highlighting strengths and potential to help people to be the best version of themselves
The audience will leave...
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General Mills
On-Site
T.B., Business Management Associate, General Mills
Verified @genmills.comTom was exactly what we all needed! Business has been challenging and it has been hard to remain resilient, optimistic, and motivated. Tom was a reminder that our happiness is a choice and that if we focus on what we can control vs. what we can't - you can find light in anything. Not only that but Tom's workshop created a space to have authentic team conversations!
General Mills
On-Site
M.G., West Zone Manager, General Mills
Verified @genmills.comThis keynote came at the perfect time for our team amid the ongoing challenges of COVID. Your 5 Happy habits gave us some easy ways to reframe our thinking to positively impact our personal and work lives. Thank You!
Minnesota Retailer Association
On-Site
B.N., President, Minnesota Retailer Association
Verified @mnretail.orgI wholeheartedly recommend Tom Guetzke based on his exceptional presentation at a Minnesota Retailers Association event. Tom's engaging delivery, inspirational message, and hands-on exercises left a lasting impact on our audience. His ability to connect with people and retailers, and convey the principles made the session not only informative but also enjoyable. Tom's expertise and passion for creating a positive and vibrant workplace culture shine through, making him an invaluable resource for any organization seeking to enhance customer service, employee engagement, and overall happiness.
The National Museum of the USAF
On-Site
S.C.J., Program Manager, The National Museum of the USAF
Tom was extremely easy to work with, adaptive and responsive to our needs. Our staff can be very opinionated and resistant to change, which could make presenting new ideas difficult. You handled yourself with extreme flexibility, overcoming resistance and objections with humor and grace, presenting alternatives in a manner that was non-confrontational. By working with us ahead of time, you were able to adapt the program to our needs and address our specific concerns. As a result, we have had follow-on conversations regarding customer service that have made significant improvements. I would heartily recommend Tom as a presenter due to his in-depth knowledge and experience, personable demeanor, and highly effective, well-organized presentation.
Hospitality Minnesota
On-Site
V.M., Manager of Partnerships & Programs, Hospitality Minnesota
Because good customer service is at the heart of the hospitality industry, this seminar was an important program to bring to our member's businesses. Attendees walked away with new personal and team bonding techniques that they can implement right away!
National Institute of Government Procurement (MN)
On-Site
M.O., Vice President, National Institute of Government Procurement (MN)
Verified @metc.state.mn.usI would highly recommend Tom Guetzke as a future keynote speaker as he kicked off our conference in an engaging, upbeat, and positive way. Tom did a wonderful job tailoring and personalizing his presentation to our organization. He was a dream to work with as he was totally prepared! He did a wonderful job communicating in advance of the presentation as well as arriving prepared! I wish all the speakers for my conference could have been as prepared and communicative as Tom ☺
Region 4 MN Mental Health Consortium
On-Site
K.A., Consortium Coordinator, Region 4 MN Mental Health Consortium
If you are looking for a down-to-earth, relatable, engaging speaker Tom is the guy for you! Tom was a hit at our recent event and spoke a powerful, humble message that everyone could take pieces to implement into their own personal life to create a positive impact. Tom was a wonderful speaker to work with and he went above and beyond to make accommodations and adapted to the milieu of the event the day of. I would highly recommend Tom for your next speaking engagement!
la Madeleine French & Cafe
On-Site
C.H., Vice President of Operations, Culinary, & Franchise, la Madeleine French & Cafe
Verified @lamadeleine.comIt was a pleasure having Tom present to our entire management and leadership team at our bi-annual conference for la Madeleine French Bakery and Café. Tom went out of his way to meet with us before the event to make sure he could personalize the experience to our group – and he followed through on that personalization and promise. He showed up early and sat in on other presentations to get a feel for the themes and tone of the conference. Tom’s interaction with the group was fun and impactful. I would highly recommend bringing Tom on for your next meeting!
Superior Healthcare Management
On-Site
T.L., Regional VP of Operations, Superior Healthcare Management
Verified @superiorhcm.comWe had Tom come out and speak to our key leadership for our annual meeting. Kicking off our event with his upbeat and engaging presentation really helped to get our day started! I personally loved his 5 happy habits and use them in my life every day. If you are looking for someone to give your team a little boost, I would highly recommend Tom!
All-American Title
On-Site
G.N., Marketing Associate, All-American Title
Verified @allamericantitleco.comTom was the keynote speaker at our All Company Meeting, and he did a fantastic job! His talk was very uplifting and positive, and it left everyone feeling motivated and empowered. Everyone loved his presentation, and people were still talking about it in the weeks following the all-company meeting. Tom shared tangible and practical habits that can be applied to anyone’s life to increase happiness and positive thinking. He’s an engaging speaker, and we would absolutely recommend him!


















