Finding a speaker to speak is easy. Finding one that will make an unforgettable
IMPACT is not so easy. Almost anyone can communicate with an audience but very few can truly
connect with a crowd. Speakers fail when they "talk at" the listeners; yet, the greats realize it is imperative to "talk to" the audience. Regardless, if your corporate event is for an audience of
7,000 or
70 of the finest leaders in your organization;
Frank Shelton, has a rare gift to make your next event a
smashing SUCCESS! Truly, a meeting planners delight; he makes you look "good" and your company will be bragging on you for years to come.
Presently, Frank addresses folks on two radio programs to an estimated weekly audience of
1 Million listeners.
Frank is a former speechwriter to a
Member of Congress in the House Leadership (House Majority Leader) and he worked with Members on both sides of the aisle. He still believes that people are more important than political parties and we can do more together than as individuals. Frank's unique "plain speaking" style filled with
HUMOR, celebrity impressions and
powerful, positive stories encourage folks to reach their true potential. This powerful combination makes Frank, a crowd favorite every single time he speaks. Frank has addressed audiences from
school houses, church houses to giving tours at
The White House.
His life experiences as a husband, father, athlete, basketball coach, mentor, author, community leader and concerned citizen enable him to relate well to almost all walks of life. Presently, he is a
Board Member with both "
America's Heroes of Freedom" in Washington, DC
www.americasheroes.us and "
Beacon of Hope Outreach Center" in Auroa, Colorado
http://www.bhoc.us/ whom both promote "God & Country" while helping our wounded soldiers and their families whom have so un-selfishly served us while fighting for freedom and safeguarding our shores.
After 17 years, of working with Washington's elite on Capitol Hill, in various congressional capacities; his amazing stories of interacting with world leaders and personal touch resonate instantly, with corporate officials who strive for excellence in all they aspire. In November 2007, Frank was invited by
Sylvester Stallone's sister-in-law,
Julie, to partner with
Sly Stallone and his wife,
Jennifer Flavin-Stallone on a "ground floor level" opportunity to help them promote their new skin care/health products in a
multi-
Billion dollar industry. Like Stallone, Frank Shelton's middle name could have been "
perseverance." Regardless, if in the presence of Harvard, Hollywood, High ranking leaders, Heaven's most respected preachers or homeless folks in inner cities; Frank has a "word" for almost everyone.
Frank has boarded
"Air Force One" and flown on
"Air Force Two.
" Elected officials and national speakers often contact him about finding just the right quote, quip or joke for their next speech or book. In 2006, Frank was contacted by
Assistant Secretary of the Navy, The Honorable
B.J. Penn to draft his leadership remarks for a speech at Fort McNair in Washington, D.C. By his 30th birthday, Frank heard
five U.S. Presidents speak in person "LIVE" and during his tenure as being appointed the youngest in modern memory by the Senate Sergeant at Arms, to work as "floor staff" of the
United States Senate, enabled him a "front row" seat to Democracy to interact and assist daily with all 100 United States Senators. This allowed him the rare opportunity to listen daily to some of the finest leaders and orators of our time. Some say he has a "way with words." Most agree he has a unique way with people.
Yes, Frank has worked in the
corridors of Congress and walked the
portals of power and been in the presence of some of the most powerful people on the planet; but what separates him from most; is his sincere desire to love on people. It is a fact: "People don't care about how much you know. They just want to know how much you care?" His humor and humility set him apart from most "motivational speakers." He is more than a life coach but a fellow pilgrim and life learner in this Game called "Life." Frank would be the first to tell you that his success is not him but because of
Him. It has been said: "If you see a turtle on a fence-post; the turtle didn't get there by itself." Since childhood, Frank asked God to use him and the results are credited to God and his parents upbringing. He realizes that no
"I" is in the word "
TEAM." Frank, has also learned more in his personal valleys than professional victories. He has been blessed but also broken. However, no great leader has ever succeeded without heartbreak and pain. It is true, you don't have to always be the best - just do your best and the rest will take care of itself.
Audiences all across America have found his
presentation practical, his
personality personal and his
programs POWERFULL! He has been heralded as the "Leaders leader" and the epitome of an "encourager!" Never one to tear folks down but a consummate "people person" with a burning desire to build folks up to actually step out, swing for the fence and chase their calling both personally and professionally.
Frank notes: "
Sadly, many folks (including millionaires)
are succesful in public but losing in private." His candor coupled with comedy make crowds learn to laugh and live life to the fullest. Frank knows that many may be succesful but lack feeling significant. Frank also knows firsthand that leadership on the outside looks lovely but can be painfully lonely in private. His
NEW book
"FINAL APPROACH - Career vs Calling?" will be hitting bookstores in Spring 2008, touch on that same topic. Frank shares that almost anyone can make a
dollar but it takes
dedication to make a
difference. A career is a
job. A calling brings
joy! A career you make
dollars. A calling you make a
difference. A career (unless you love your job) one feels like they are existing but those chasing their calling are living every day of the week! Why exist when you can LIVE life to the fullest!
Scores suggest: "If Frank would build a corporation it would flourish! If he was to coach a team they would win! If he was to build a church - scores have already suggested it would be the largest in the community - hands down! Regardless of the arena he knows that "
people plus
principle equate
promotion!" Not arrogant just an accurate assement and it is true what
Dr. Lee Roberson said: "Everything rises and falls on leadership!" Success, is more than just dollars and numbers but engaging one on one even in the midst of crowds. Very few have such a genuine interest in people. Frank walked away from a career on Capitol Hill; to chase his calling. Truly, he has "practiced in private what he preaches in public."
Frank also knows how he interacts with folks before and after his remarks are just (if not) more important than what he says while speaking on stage. Many speakers "strike out" because they come across as arrogant or aloof; after their speech. How tragic - yet how true. Since childhood, he has had three raging passions:
People, Public Service and
public speaking. He was the keynote speaker at his fifth grade elementary school graduation and while in eighth grade; he was elected President of the Student Council, thus speaking to crowds upwards of
800 every single day as a
13 year old kid! For most adolescents, this would have been a daunting task. Looking back, to Frank this was no accident but clearly one of the reasons he is on the planet and he was always thrusted into leadership positions. Not that he always sought leadership out but his peers often demanded of him. It has been said: "To whom much is given much is required." Frank notes: "If we believe we should leave no child behind, perhaps we shouldn't leave adults behind either." Frank believes that the "greats" are gracious and is a big supporter of mentoring and both leaving and living a legacy!
Nearly
1,000 ovations later, Frank has addressed audiences ranging from
corporate executives, Congressional leaders, civic officials, Nobel Peace Prize receipient, Hollywood elite, beauty pagent winners, mega churches, champion atheletes, college campuses and
classrooms across America to the
homeless in our inner cities with ease and sincerity. For his age, some suggest you would have to look "far and wide" to find someone with his
credentials, charisma, character and
comic-filled programs that address some of the toughest topics facing leaders today.
More than just sharing information your audience needs an individual that they can trust and relate. Frank targets relevant topics such as:
Accountability, Character, Communication, Constructive Criticism, Compassion, Daring to Dream, Dealing with Conflict, Going the Distance, Graduating from the bleachers and get into the Game, Integrity, Leadership, Leading with class and tact, Personal Responsibility, Overcoming Obstacles, Respect for authority, Teamwork, Values + Vision = VICTORY & more!
It has been said: "If you always do what you always did you will always get what you always got!" For your next keynote, luncheon, fundraiser, corporate event -
Step out,
graduate from the typical speaker,
dare to be
different and don't delay........
book Frank Shelton
TODAY!
"It is amazing what one can accomplish if you don't care who gets the credit."
President Ronald Reagan - sign displayed on his desk while in the Oval Office
CLASSROOM / School Assemblies
At 35, Frank Shelton, is old enough to speak with authority on pressing issues pertaining to Life. However, perhaps more important - still "young" enough to earn his audiences attention and admiration. His "one-two" punch of
HUMOR and
humility enable him to
KNOCK OUT audiences every time he grabs a microphone. Frank uses HOLLYWOOD celebrity impressions with tear jerker stories that instantly break down barriers between the crowd and the communicator. He has the audiences on a roller coaster from his opening statement and has them laughing to crying to trying to be better citizens faster than a Ferrari with no brakes!
Sadly, scores of speakers have a good message but never get to share it because they fail at "breaking down" walls and never earn the students trust. It is a fact that adults will typically out of courtesy respect a guest speaker but students are not so forgiving. Unless, you speak their language and they detect that you are sincere you will never connect with the crowd. Hence, another "boring" addembly and wasted opportunity. To date, Frank has co-authored SEVEN books with some of the most respected speakers in America and co-authored two with Gina Waegle - 1999 Miss Colorado and Josh Shipp and c-authored SEVEN books with Sam Glenn, all national youth speakers! Two of his best selling books to date "
The Making of an Un-Shakable Character" and "
The Very Best of Teen Success" have sold tens of thousands of copies with folks begging for more in print. His books "
The Burning Heart of a Difference Maker" and "
I Wish I Knew Then What I Know Now" are both
SOLD OUT!
Frank does much more than speak but spark powerful, positive truths into the hearts and minds of students nation-wide. As a former high school
basketball player, past
Student Council President and elected
"PROM KING" out of
1,200 students his senior year at a public school; all the while waiting for marriage to have sex; never experimenting with drugs and refraining from alcohol all through school. Frank reminds folks in a personal yet powerful way that you can still reach the
top without
bottoming out! It has been said:
"If you lose your wealth you have lost nothing. If you lose your health you have lost something. However, if you lose your reputation you may have lost EVERYTHING!"
Some introduce him as a comedian while others consider him a leader who climbed the rungs as a staffer in the highest levels of Congress yet never forgot where he came from and how he got there. Regardless, if speaking to a college campus, or
1,700 students at a high school assembly,
85 junior high future leaders or excited elementary school kids with more energy than the Energizer Bunny on steroids; his message may change from group to group but the results are always the same: Folks that were once "bitter" leave "better." Those discouraged become encouraged and those that don't respect authority learn firsthand; the difference between a champ and a chump is "U!" Frank speaks their language, identifies the pitfalls of society and reminds students that although; you can pick your poision you cannot pick your consequences.
Topics that Frank shares range from "
Abstinence, Building Winners, Character Counts, Dare to Dream, again, Leadership, Live Right or Be Left Out, Difference between a Champ & Chump is "U!" Go the Distance, Overcoming Obstacles, Patriotic Rallies, Play by the Rules, Respect for Authority, Why live normal?, etc.
Frank uses
INCREDIBLE illustrations, powerful stories and time tested truths that resonate with young adults where they are but once applied to their personal lives, they leave to become productive, postive pupils. They become winners not wanabees. Leaders not losers and champs not chumps! Frank's life lessons on leadership, love, loyalty and life are
PERFECT for both students and staff at both public and private schools across America. Frank works with principals, staff and student body and
NOT against them. Frank also respects the separation of
"Church vs State" and never proselytizes during school assemblies but imparts life lessons geared to promote honor, hardwork and help thousands of students each year begin to head in the right direction for a lifetime. His mother,
Sharon is a retired school teacher and he realized firsthand, the nobility and neccessity of our educators today. Truly, they are self-less and not selfish and some of society's greatest heroes! If you are looking for more than just another school assembly - don't delay....contact Frank
TODAY!
"Upon the subject of education; I believe it is the most important subject we as a society can be engaged in."
Abraham Lincoln, 1832
