PETER MURPHY LEWIS

International Keynote Speaker on Leadership, Storytelling & Business Growth | Host & Director of the Docuseries People Worth Caring About | Former CNN Foreign Affairs Correspondent | Serial Entrepreneur with 20+ Years Across 10+ Countries | Founder of Four Companies in SaaS, Fintech, Healthcare & Media | Author of Interns to A-Players | TV Host of Aquí Te Las Traigo Peter & Sueño Americano

Goddard, KS

ABOUT PETER MURPHY LEWIS

Peter Murphy Lewis is a keynote speaker who instantly connects with audiences at trade shows, industry associations, and corporate gatherings. Finding the extraordinary in the ordinary is his gift. He does this through his experience creating documentaries and media. He turns 125+ wildly diverse jobs (pest control, K-pop backup dancing, beekeeping, long-term care CNA, and more) into unforgettable, laugh-out-loud stories packed with real-world lessons on resilience, growth, storytelling, leadership, and scaling under pressure.

With over 20 years of international experience across media, marketing, entrepreneurship, and education in more than ten countries, Peter captivates C-suite executives, mid-level professionals, and emerging leaders alike. Originally from Kansas, Peter has worked in Latin America as a CNN foreign affairs correspondent, university professor, marketing coach, and television host. A serial entrepreneur, he has founded four companies in SaaS, fintech, healthcare, and media.

On stage, Peter is magnetic. He has hosted hit shows like Aquí Te Las Traigo Peter (celebrating local trades in Chile) and Sueño Americano (documenting Latin Americans pursuing the American Dream). He recently directed and starred in the docuseries People Worth Caring About. It elevates underrepresented industries like long-term care, skilled trades, waste & recycling, manufacturing, and beyond by shining a light on the dignity and quiet heroism of frontline workers. He also recently produced and appeared as the face of two upcoming documentaries (spring 2026 release) about a community banker and the viral pygmy hippo named Mars. These project proves his range in capturing heartwarming, unexpected stories across sectors.

He is also the author of Interns to A-Players, a practical guide to mentoring, developing, and retaining early-career talent, born from years of building teams under constraint and turning overlooked interns into high-impact operators. He is currently authoring two books connected to the People Worth Caring About project. The first is a beautifully designed coffee table edition celebrating the Nebraska season. The second is a strategic business book that outlines the proven framework behind the docuseries, demonstrating how authentic, character-driven narratives can shift public perception.

Peter’s talks weave authentic personal journeys from small-town Kansas roots to TV hosting and entrepreneurial scaling into actionable insights on marketing, sales, growth, HR, and building ventures.

His presentations have resonated deeply with executive MBA audiences at prestigious institutions including Duke, Oxford, Georgetown, the University of North Carolina, and the University of Texas. One standout moment came when he delivered the closing keynote for an Oxford Executive MBA program, sharing how Oxford had once rejected him as an exchange student at age 20, only for him to return a decade later to teach its executives how to build entrepreneurial ventures in Latin America. The room erupted in laughter and gave him a standing ovation.

Drawing from outcomes like 10x acquisition exits, 2x revenue growth, and 10x audience expansion in his fractional CMO and advisory work, Peter leaves audiences inspired, laughing, and equipped with practical strategies. Fluent in Spanish with board governance experience, he serves as a thought leader and public face for emerging brands. He is the perfect speaker to energize and elevate your next conference, convention, or corporate event.

SPEAKING TOPICS

Intern-Led Growth & Gen Z Leadership | Marketing ROI & Fixing Broken Agency Models | Storytelling, Docuseries & Reframing Stigmatized Industries | People Worth Caring About: Work, Dignity & Culture | Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Scaling with Intention

Human Not Hollywood: The Story Inside the Shift

Peter Murphy Lewis shares authentic, unpolished clips from the People Worth Caring About docuseries to show real moments from caregivers’ daily lives. He explains how these human-centered stories that are far from Hollywood polish, challenge stereotypes, build pride among workers, shift public perception, and attract new talent in long-term care. Through emotional, relatable examples and lessons from millions of views and media coverage, the talk positions storytelling as a powerful tool for cultural change in undervalued industries.

100 Jobs, One Truth: The Story Inside the Job Changes Everything

Peter Murphy Lewis recounts his journey through 100+ diverse jobs as a TV host, sharing funny and humbling stories that revealed a universal truth: the real human story behind any job can transform how it’s seen. He pivots to “job 101”, becoming a CNA, which launched the People Worth Caring About series. The keynote blends humor and heart to show leaders how authentic storytelling can redefine reputations, inspire recruitment, and create pride in essential but overlooked work.

What AI Really Thinks About You

Peter Murphy Lewis explores how AI perceives individuals, brands, and industries, treating it as a mirror of public reputation. As a fractional CMO and AI strategist, he shares practical ways to become “AI-citable”, positioning yourself or your organization as an authoritative source AI will reference. The talk covers using AI for personalized, human-feeling marketing, navigating disruptions in attribution and efficiency, and maintaining authenticity amid AI-generated content, empowering leaders to grow visibility and trust in a digital world.

TESTIMONIALS

“Peter is a spectacular keynote speaker. I’ve seen him speak more than 30 times to diverse audiences.[including] executive MBA programs from around the world… such as Duke, Oxford, Georgetown, the University of North Carolina, and the University of Texas.

What sets Peter apart is his ability to cover marketing, sales, growth, HR, and scaling, while seamlessly weaving in his own journey, from growing up in Kansas, to studying sociology, to becoming a TV host. 

It makes his talks equally compelling for a 35-year-old C-suite executive and a 25-year-old mid-level financial analyst from The Big Four consulting firms. ” 

Alejandra Solano, Global Manager, Austral Group

“Beyond his expertise, Peter has a rare ability to captivate an audience through storytelling. He doesn’t simply share ideas, he takes people on a journey that moves the room. I’ve seen him lead audiences through humor, reflection, and emotional depth, leaving them genuinely inspired and motivated to act.”

Marité Jabre, Executive & International Programs, Austral Education Group

“Peter was great to work with. He communicated clearly and consistently, arrived prepared, and delivered a presentation full of energy and emotion, especially appreciated at the end of a long agenda.”

Jesyca Hope, Vice President for Member Programs & Outreach, Kansas Independent College Association

“Peter’s keynote at OHCA was incredibly well received. Attendees appreciated his genuine connection to long-term care and the authenticity of his real-life experience. His presentation was moving, personal, and left the audience uplifted and inspired.”

Erin Hart, Strategy Director, Ohio Healthcare Association

“Peter opened our annual conference with an engaging, relatable, and heartfelt presentation that highlighted the human element across every role in healthcare. Through storytelling, film clips, and interactive activities, he honored the contributions of frontline staff and set a powerful tone for the entire event.”

Jann Douple Mylet, Director of External Affairs, Alaska Hospital & Healthcare Association

“In more than 35 years working with consultants and speakers, Peter ranks among the very best. His knowledge of the profession and the challenges our members face is unmatched, and his passion is infectious.”

Kathy Chapman, Education Director, Ohio Health Care Association

“If you are looking for a fun, fresh, and truly outstanding presenter for your next convention, I cannot recommend Peter Murphy Lewis enough.”

Jalene Carpenter, CEO, Nebraska Health Care Association

“Peter is one of the most driven and creative marketers I have ever met. His initiative and results are exceptionally rare.”

Jake Jorgovan, Founder, Content Allies

“Peter’s leadership transformed our market reputation within a year. He builds strong teams, elevates morale, and delivers measurable impact.”

Jason Long, CEO, Experience Care

“Peter is a true multiplier. We doubled revenue and expanded our reach dramatically. His ability to combine big-picture vision with flawless execution is invaluable.”

LynnLee Schmidt, Client

“Peter brought a unique and highly engaging approach that resonated deeply with our conference attendees.”

Paula Ropelewski, Director, LeadingAge Virginia

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