HOAN DO

Award-Winning International Speaker on Resilience and Leadership | American Ninja Warrior City Finalist | Featured on Good Morning America, Yahoo Finance, & Lay’s chip bags nationwide | Author of Creating Momentum in Your Life | Former Peak Performance Strategist for Tony Robbins

Seattle, WA

ABOUT HOAN DO

Hoan Do is an award-winning international keynote speaker, author of Creating

Momentum in Your Life, and city finalist in NBC’s hit show, American Ninja Warrior.

FROM HUMBLING BEGINNING TO A BRIGHT FUTURE

From an early age, Hoan was conscious of the sacrifices his parents had made in their escape to the United States during the Vietnam War- in pursuit of the American Dream. Feeling indebted to his parents for their courageous pursuit of a better life, Hoan vowed to ensure that one day, he would be able to take care of his parents. Hoan’s hard work took him to Malibu, California, where he attended Pepperdine University, fully engaging in the academic rigor and array of opportunities that the school offered.

STRESSED STUDENT TO SUCCESSFUL SPEAKER

With the tremendous pressure Hoan placed on himself, in addition to the stresses of demanding classes, extracurricular responsibilities, and important life decisions, Hoan found himself overwhelmed and battled with suicidal thoughts. His self-esteem reached an all- time low. Refusing to settle and give up on life, Hoan used this experience as a turning point to learn the practical skills necessary to succeed in school and in life.

After graduating from Pepperdine University, Hoan beat out candidates who were considerably older and vastly more experienced than him to work with the #1 personal development company in the world. As a national speaker and corporate trainer, Hoan conducted training sessions for distinguished audiences that included:Century 21, Bank of America, Honda, Toyota, UBS Financial, Chambers of Commerce, and the U.S. Army.

HOW HOAN CAN HELP YOU

Overcoming adversities in life has allowed Hoan to connect with others in a powerful way. Hoan travels the world empowering leaders and team to develop unshakable resilience so that they can confidently navigate change, adapt quickly, and elevate performance.

Through partnering with organizations, colleges, and schools worldwide, Hoan’s practical strategies have positively impacted over 250,000 people across 13 countries.

He has been featured on Good Morning America, NBC, Yahoo Finance, The Chicago Tribune, and Lay’s chip bags nationwide. The Seattle Magazine recognized Hoan as one of the top 25 influential people in Seattle. His engaging style and ability to share important life lessons in a way that people resonate with has earned him the Verizon Wireless Motivator Award.

SPEAKING TOPICS

Resilience and Overcoming Challenges | Peak Performance | Leadership | High Performing Teams | Inspiration | Motivation | Mindset and Emotional Wellness | Opening and Closing Speakers

Unshakable Resilience: Practical Strategies for Leaders to Thrive Through Uncertainty

As fast as the world is changing today, it will seem slow compared to the pace in the weeks, months, and years ahead. Leaders are faced with rising uncertainty and constant disruption while still being expected to perform at their best without burning out. The old model of resilience  pushing through, staying strong, bouncing back isn’t enough to thrive in today’s environment. Instead, we need a new approach. We must develop Unshakable Resilience.

Unshakable Resilience isn’t just a mindset, it’s a muscle that anyone can develop through Hoan’s powerful and practical framework. In this dynamic and interactive program, Hoan will equip leaders with proven strategies to adapt, grow, and perform at a higher level, even in the face of constant change. Your leaders will learn how to thrive through uncertainty, navigate change on their terms, build strong, connected communities, and transform obstacles into opportunities to grow.

Packed with real-world examples, engaging stories, and applicable tools, this program will empower your people to cultivate Unshakable Resilience so that they can lead with clarity, confidence, and strength, no matter what comes their way.

Turning Obstacles into Opportunities: Using Change as a Catalyst to Elevate Performance and Accelerate Growth

Every challenge carries the potential for growth—but only if harnessed correctly. In today’s fast-paced world, high performers don’t just overcome obstacles; they use them as stepping stones for greater success. The key isn’t working harder it’s thinking and leading differently. It’s learning how to correctly harness the potential growth from challenge, and Hoan has taught category leaders how to do exactly that.

In this high-energy and insight-filled presentation, Hoan shares the mindset shifts, habits, and strategies that separate top performers from the rest. Attendees will learn how to reframe setbacks, a powerful three-step process to stack the odds in their favor, and drive continuous improvement both individually and as a team.

Through inspiring stories and actionable takeaways, this session will equip leaders and teams with the tools to achieve exponential growth, no matter the challenges ahead.

The Art of Connecting: Discover the Blueprint to Motivating, Influencing, and Creating High-Performing Teams

The most effective leaders and high-performing teams thrive because they know how to forge meaningful connections, build trust, communicate effectively, and create an environment where people feel seen, heard, and motivated to perform at their best.

In this engaging and actionable session, Hoan unpacks the science and psychology of connection, revealing how leaders can cultivate trust, inspire action, and drive exceptional results through his Connection Pyramid™ that he has shared with thousands of leaders around the country.

Transforming Stress into Success: How to Prevent Burnout and Sustain Peak Performance

Stress is unavoidable but burnout doesn’t have to be. The difference between thriving under pressure and feeling overwhelmed comes down to how we manage stress. High performers don’t just push through; they develop strategies to prevent stress from becoming exhaustion.

In this engaging and practical session, Hoan helps leaders and teams reframe stress, manage pressure effectively, and build habits that promote unshakable resilience. Attendees will walk away with science-backed techniques to stay energized, focused, and productive without burning out.

TESTIMONIALS

“Hoan’s opening keynote was the #1-rated session at our annual convention. Not only did he create a powerful pre-conference marketing video that helped boost attendance, but he also brought a fresh, energizing approach unlike anything we’ve seen before. I was so impressed by his professionalism and impact that I’ve already recommended him for future engagements.”

Amy Congdon, President, Mortgage Bankers Association of the Carolinas

“Hoan was the most well-prepared keynote speaker we’ve ever had. That was the common feedback I received from attendees after Hoan’s keynote at our HFMA Revenue Cycle Conference. Our members were extremely impressed with the effort he put forth to understand our industry and the day-to-day challenges they face. His message resonated in a meaningful and lasting way.”

Catherine Gilfillan, Director, Healthcare Policy and Education, Healthcare Finance Management Association

“I’ve worked with many speakers, and Hoan goes far above anyone I’ve ever worked with. Our HR professionals loved having Hoan as the closing keynote for our ASPAA Fall Conference. He energized and invigorated our attendees. Even from outside the room, I could feel the energy bursting out the doors. What I appreciated most was Hoan’s full-service approach, his unique process and intentional preparation helped us stay focused on our purpose and created a truly memorable event.”

Dr. Barbara Goodwin, Executive Director, Arizona School Personnel Administrators Association

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