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Do you need a highly caffeinated professional speaker for your next event? You’ve come to the right place.
Dr. Kyle Elliott is an incredibly captivating and adaptable professional speaker who is available for keynotes, expert panels, workshops, training sessions, and retreats.
He brings experience speaking to audiences ranging from 2 to 2,000+ live attendees. He has designed and facilitated a 10-minute conference ‘express talk’ on mental health storytelling, a multi-week new employee training program for one of the nation’s most ethnically diverse universities, and everything in between. And he is equally comfortable engaging attendees in person or on Zoom. Importantly, Dr. Elliott prefers a Starbucks in hand when speaking.
Past audiences include Fortune 100/500 companies, hyper-growth startups, government agencies (federal, state, county, and city), nonprofits, universities, fraternities and sororities, membership organizations, service groups, and career centers.
Finally, all talks are deeply customized to meet your organization’s unique needs as no two audiences are the same.
Assessments & Inventories: Dr. Elliott also leads virtual and in-person workshops, as well as pre- and post-workshop coaching, on CliftonStrengths, the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI®), and the Intercultural Conflict Style Inventory (ICS).
IMPORTANT: Dr. Elliott’s speaking calendar is often booked several months to more than a year in advance. If you are considering inviting Dr. Elliott to speak at your next event, please invite him as soon as possible.
Watch Dr. Elliott Take The Stage Before 500+ LGBTQ+ Tech Leaders In New York
ADDITIONAL PAST AUDIENCES INCLUDE
Dr. Kyle led us through three wonderful workshops on collaboration, motivation, and feedback, each concluding with a round of peer coaching.
I was blown away by his ability to foster safety and openness so quickly in a group of coworkers who don’t usually work together. Every session was valuable, well-structured, and ended perfectly on time. As a result of these sessions, I feel so much more equipped for challenging conversations at work and in my personal life, and I have a fresh mindset around giving advice, feedback, and showing up as a teammate in my workplace.
—AUBREY BRYAN
Signature Topics
Dr. Elliott specializes in delivering high-energy workshops (90 minutes to 3 hours), fireside chats (60 minutes), and half-day, full-day, and multi-day training sessions and retreats. Every session empowers your employees to collaborate more effectively, lead confidently, and bring their full potential to work.
From Burnout to Boundaries: Protecting Your Peace as You Climb the Ladder
An interactive and empowering keynote or workshop that helps leaders move beyond hustle culture to define success on their own terms and reclaim their energy. Participants will challenge self-care myths, explore what well-being truly means for them, and walk away with practical, trauma-informed tools to safeguard their peace while advancing their careers.
Attendee Takeaways:
- Identify and debunk common self-care myths holding leaders back from sustainable well-being
- Redefine what self-care and mental health truly mean (beyond surface-level advice)
- Learn practical, trauma-informed tools to set and maintain healthy boundaries at work
- Create an actionable self-care plan tailored to each participant’s unique leadership journey
Driving Collaboration & Communication Using the MBTI®
A highly interactive, high-energy workshop most often delivered as a half-day or full-day experience, designed to transform the way teams connect, collaborate, and communicate.
IMPORTANT: Dr. Elliott was recruited to serve as a consultant and facilitator for The Myers-Briggs Company and complements all MBTI® workshops with the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® assessment.
Attendee Takeaways:
- Unlock deeper self-awareness to collaborate and communicate with greater impact
- Discover the mindsets, interests, and strengths that help fellow attendees thrive
- Ignite stronger communication and collaboration across teams, departments, and organizations
- Strengthen understanding and connection with diverse colleagues, vendors, and clients
What Does It Mean to Bring Your “Whole Self” to Work?
An engaging and thought-provoking session that moves beyond buzzwords to explore how authenticity drives employee engagement, innovation, and retention. Participants leave with actionable strategies to show up more fully at work while contributing to a healthier, more productive workplace.
Attendee Takeaways:
- Gauge personal comfort with authenticity and understand its impact on workplace performance, productivity, and retention
- Debunk common authenticity myths that limit trust and collaboration
- Expand “Courage Zones” and inspire others to do the same
- Align personal values with workplace culture for greater fulfillment, performance, and productivity
Speaking Success Stories
Below are a few highlights from the hundreds of speaking events Dr. Elliott has proudly delivered for hyper-growth startups through Fortune 10 companies.
- Boundaries Workshop: Delivered a session for roughly 75 HR and talent acquisition leaders at CultureCon 2026, averaging 4.7/5 for session quality and 4.8/5 for speaker expertise, with 100% of 48 respondents saying they would recommend the session.
- TKI® Conflict Management Train-the-Trainer: Designed and delivered a bespoke Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI®) train-the-trainer workshop for an HR team at a leading cybersecurity company. 100% of participants said they would recommend the workshop, most often describing it as “engaging,” “insightful,” and “fun.”
- Mental Health in the Workplace Workshop: Delivered From Burnout to Boundaries on the mainstage for 500+ tech leaders at the 2025 Out in Tech Leadership Institute in New York. Feedback included: “So many practical uses and great takeaways,” “This was so useful! My favorite session,” and “Loooooved the audience interaction!!!”
- Sales Kick Off: Delivered an interactive workshop for 35 sales leaders and support staff at an annual sales kickoff in Las Vegas, focusing on harnessing MBTI personality preferences to improve collaboration, communication, and performance. 100% of attendees stated they would highly recommend or recommend the session to a colleague!
- Assertive Communication Workshop: Crafted a bespoke virtual workshop focused on effectively building and fostering cross-functional collaboration through assertive communication for a Fortune 10 technology company.
- Emerging Leaders’ Summit: Designed and conducted multiple workshops for high-potential talent at the New Jersey headquarters of a multibillion-dollar private equity company, focusing on navigating personality differences, improving collaboration and communication, and better “managing up.”
- Burnout In Tech Workshop: Led a burnout, self-care, and mindfulness program as part of a leadership development initiative at a Fortune 1000 technology company.
- Mental Health Panel Expert: Participated as an expert panelist on careers and mental health for a Fortune 20 technology company’s live virtual event, engaging 2,000+ attendees and enjoying 20,000+ replays.
- Mental Health Lived Experience Panel Expert: Shared lived experience with anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and panic disorder as a featured panelist for a multibillion-dollar media company’s inaugural Mental Health Awareness Month event.
- Job Seeker Group Coaching: Developed and delivered a 6-week group coaching experience for professionals looking for new employment opportunities and recognized with a Career Innovator Award (Honorable Mention) by Career Directors International. This type of group coaching program is particularly effective for employees impacted by reductions in force (RIF).
- LinkedIn & Social Media Workshops: Taught 1,000+ university students how to step outside their comfort zones, grow their personal brands, and reach their career goals through LinkedIn and social media. Served as both a keynote speaker and workshop facilitator in virtual and in-person settings.
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging (DEIB) Speaker & Facilitator: Frequently invited by companies, employee resource groups (ERGs), and membership organizations as a professional speaker, workshop facilitator, and expert panelist for Mental Health Awareness Month (May), LGBTQ+ Pride Month (June), and LGBTQ+ History Month (October).
I recently attended a workshop that Kyle presented on LGBT+ advocacy. I was not only impressed by Kyle’s knowledge base, but also his strong presentation and facilitation skills. He is a dynamic public speaker, educator and social justice advocate who you can tell truly cares about the topics he speaks on. He has a fun presentation style that incorporates plenty of audience participation. Even with a large audience, he was able to create meaningful dialogues and ensure everyone felt included. He eloquently navigated challenging conversations around difficult topics and used his lived experience to connect with attendees.
Sign me up for Kyle’s next training!”
—J. ALEXIS BRUNNER
About Dr. Kyle Elliott, MPA, CHES
Dr. Kyle Elliott, MPA, CHES (he/him/his) is the founder and tech career coach behind CaffeinatedKyle.com. Leaders and their teams turn to Dr. Elliott when they’re facing change and want to uncover new insights. He harnesses the power of deep coaching to help organizations get unstuck, own their fabulousness, and achieve what they never imagined was possible.
A trusted expert in careers and mental health, Dr. Elliott’s words have been featured in Business Insider, CNBC, CNN, Entrepreneur, Fast Company, Forbes, Fortune, Glassdoor, Harvard Business Review, and The New York Times, among dozens of other leading publications. He regularly presents to Fortune 100/500 companies, hyper-growth startups, and universities on mental health in the workplace, professional development, personal branding, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB).
Dr. Elliott is actively involved in the coaching industry and served as an executive board member for the Gay Coaches Alliance. He has received 10+ industry awards, including the Thomas J. Leonard Humanitarian Award, named after the founder of the International Coach Federation (ICF), the largest organization dedicated to professional coaching.
An ardent leader, Dr. Elliott holds Doctor of Education, Master of Public Administration, and Bachelor of Science in Health Education degrees. He also possesses a constantly growing list of advanced training and certifications you won’t find in any other coach, as well as a repertoire of cutting-edge assessments and inventories.
When he’s not coaching Silicon Valley’s top talent, you will likely find Dr. Elliott at Starbucks or Disneyland.
Your questions answered…
What kinds of audiences has Dr. Elliott spoken to?
Dr. Elliott has engaged audiences across Fortune 100/500 companies, hyper-growth startups, universities, and nonprofit organizations. From employees at Amazon and Outfront Media to the U.S. Air Force service members, university students, and public health professionals, he excels at connecting with diverse audiences by deeply tailoring content to resonate with each group.
Which format does Dr. Elliott specialize in?
Dr. Elliott delivers keynotes, workshops, panel discussions, retreats, and interactive training sessions. He is equally comfortable leading in-person or virtual events and will adapt the format to meet your audience’s specific needs.
How customized will your content be for our event?
Dr. Elliott prides himself on developing deeply tailored content. Each one of his talks is designed to align with an organization’s goals, event theme, and audience composition. He ensures your attendees walk away with transformative insights and practical takeaways.
Can Dr. Elliott lead diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) workshops?
Yes. Dr. Elliott is experienced in facilitating DEIB sessions and skilled at navigating challenging conversations with employees and leaders. He creates a brave, constructive space for dialogue while equipping participants with actionable strategies. Whether your organization is earlier in its DEIB journey or has been addressing sensitive topics for years, Dr. Elliott can help your organization advance meaningful change.
We have a different speaking topic or event format in mind. Can Dr. Elliott accommodate our request?
He likely can. Dr. Elliott has completed his doctorate in adult education, is a graduate certificate in college teaching, and has finished advanced training programs in coaching and storytelling, meaning he’s an expert in designing and facilitating learning experiences. He’s known for developing tailored content to meet audiences’ unique needs.
That said, Dr. Elliott is deeply committed to operating only within his Zone of Genius and won’t take on a project if he knows someone else can do it better. If he’s not the perfect fit, he will provide you with a referral to another professional speaker.
Is Dr. Elliott available for virtual events?
Yes, Dr. Elliott is a skilled virtual event facilitator known for his ability to engage and entertain audiences remotely. He has spoken to both small groups and audiences of more than 2,000, making presentations that have generated over 20,000 replays. Dr. Elliott facilitates remote group coaching programs, workshops, webinars, and training programs on a weekly basis.
Can Dr. Elliott serve as an emcee or expert panelist for our event?
Of course! In addition to designing and facilitating comprehensive workshops and training programs, Dr. Elliott is regularly called upon to serve as an emcee or expert panelist on careers, employee mental health, and leadership. He’s available to serve as an in-person or virtual emcee or expert panelist for your event.
How much are the speaking fees?
Speaking fees vary, as Dr. Elliott creates a tailored program for each client. Fees typically cover pre-engagement planning sessions, event design, attendance at the event itself, and a post-engagement debrief session. For in-person engagements, Dr. Elliott typically travels out of Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) or Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), and clients cover the travel costs. Many organizations also opt for additional one-on-one coaching with Dr. Elliott for key leaders to deepen the impact.
Given the time and costs associated with travel, in-person events are a larger investment than virtual ones. The minimum investment for for-profit clients is $5,000, plus travel costs, for in-person events.
Dr. Elliott frequently speaks to universities and nonprofits, so he understands that their budgets often look different from those of his large tech and hyper-growth startup clients. He has a limited number of spots available for these engagements.
Can we incorporate assessments into our event?
Absolutely! Dr. Elliott is certified in a constantly growing list of assessments and inventories, including:
- CliftonStrengths Assessment
- MBTI® Assessment
- Strong Interest Inventory
- Intercultural Development Inventory
- Intercultural Conflict Style Inventory
- iEQ9 Integrative Enneagram Questionnaire
- EQ-i 2.0 and EQ 360
These assessments and inventories can also be complemented with pre- and post-event one-on-one coaching for attendees.
How do we book Dr. Elliott for our event?
Click here to request Dr. Elliott to speak at your event. Please reach out as soon as you have a date in mind, as his calendar often books several months to more than a year in advance.
A temporary hold can be placed on Dr. Elliott’s calendar once your event information is submitted, but the booking is only finalized after a signed contract and deposit have been received.
