Steve Fredlund

Helping Leaders Keep Moving Forward When the Path Isn’t Clear
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Domestic In-Person (USA):

$7,500 - $10,000*

International In-Person:

$10,001 - 15,000*

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Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

About

Steve Fredlund is an award-winning keynote speaker, two-time TEDx presenter, and bestselling author of Do the Unright Thing: Memoir of a People Pleaser. With more than three decades of experience as an actuary, executive leader, entrepreneur, and nonprofit founder, Steve brings a rare combination of analytical rigor, real-world leadership experience, and engaging storytelling to the stage. 

Steve’s perspective was shaped by an unexpected chapter in his journey, leading humanitarian efforts in East Africa. Working in environments defined by limited resources, constant uncertainty, and high stakes, he discovered a powerful truth about leadership: progress doesn’t come from having all the answers. It comes from how leaders show up, how they make decisions, and how they move forward together when the path isn’t clear.

Today, Steve helps leaders and organizations navigate rapid change, build engagement when work feels heavier, and make strong decisions with limited information. Through his practical frameworks and story-driven keynotes, drawing on lessons from African safaris, high-stakes decision environments, and decades of leadership, Steve equips audiences to keep moving forward with confidence, purpose, and momentum.

Known for his warmth, laugh-out-loud humor, and ability to make complex ideas practical and relatable, Steve has inspired audiences across Fortune 500 companies, associations, healthcare systems, nonprofits, and global leadership conferences. When he’s not on stage, he enjoys disc golf, poker, and continuing to believe that this might finally be Minnesota’s year.

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Topics

Topics

EMBRACE THE ADVENTURE: How to Keep Moving Forward When the Path Isn’t Clear

THE COURAGE ADVANTAGE: How Leaders Build Trust, Engagement, and Performance in Uncertain Times

RAISE THE STAKES: How to Make High-Pressure Decisions with Limited Information

Videos

youtube.com/watch?v=CU-A4nnknvs&feature=youtu.be
Steve Fredlund Promo Reel – Embrace the Adventure (2026)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rlJ6w4lhtOM
Steve Fredlund Promo Reel – The Unright Thing (2024)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2bCupd8u8g
Steve Fredlund Promo Reel – Safari Dude (2024)

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Testimonials

“Everything about working with Steve was wonderful. He was fun, timely, and wanted to meet the needs of our organization. I'd highly recommend working with Steve!”

Jessica Bunn
KENT Corporation

“Steve’s message of the ‘Safari Way’ fit so well for our event. He was attentive to our content and incorporated an excellent session that resonated with our audience. His stories and message were a home run!”  

Deb Stueven, Vice President,
Senior Training & Development Consultant, RBC Wealth Management

“Steve was amazing. His down-to-earth message held the attention of all 300 employees, from new hire hourly employees to 35+ year salary managers. I received several compliments and was thanked several times for hiring Steve. We will hire again for future corporate events.”

Bill Eshleman
Costco

“Steve did a great job of sharing insights that drove conversation afterward, with every team member sharing their thoughts and engaging in a meaningful discussion.”

Bruce Copner
DISYS IT Sales & Recruiting

“Steve is a great storyteller and very easy to work with. The audience enjoyed his presentation and many lined up to purchase his book afterwards.“

Renee Lawler
Minnesota Bankers Association