“True leadership occurs when people do something because they want to — not because they have to.“
Dr. Ryan T. Sauers
Human-to-Human Leadership | Leadership & Communication Strategist | Marketing Strategist| Keynote Speaker | Author | Professor | Media Host
Dr. Ryan T. Sauers is a nationally recognized leadership and communication strategist, keynote speaker, author, professor, and media host who helps organizations lead with clarity, authenticity, and human connection in a noisy, AI-driven world.
For more than 30 years, Ryan has led, consulted, coached, spoken, and taught across industries. He works with executives, entrepreneurs, and emerging leaders to strengthen communication, align culture, and build brands rooted in trust.
His work spans leadership development, strategic communication, marketing strategy, organizational culture, and brand positioning. Ryan is known for blending real-world business experience with practical insight and engaging delivery.
Ryan teaches undergraduate and graduate university courses in leadership, communication, and business, bringing current marketplace relevance into the classroom. He holds a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership, a Master’s in Organizational Leadership, and a Bachelor’s in Communication, with additional international study experience at Oxford University.
He is certified in Myers-Briggs (MBTI), DiSC, Emotional Intelligence (EQ-i 2.0), and conflict management, and has been recognized globally as one of the Top 80 Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs) in the world.
He is the author of the bestselling books Everyone Is in Sales and Would You Buy From You? Your Brand Makes the Difference. Ryan’s leadership philosophy centers on True, Intentional, Meaningful Engagement (TIME) and genuine Human-to-Human communication.
Beyond the Resume
Ryan has been married to his wife Lara for 29 years, and together they have three daughters. He is deeply committed to family, faith, education, community, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. A lifelong sports enthusiast, he believes great leadership always begins with clear communication.
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