Mac Anderson

Mac Anderson is the founder of Simple Truths and Successories, each a leader in its respective niche of motivational and recognition products. Successories is recognized for mailing more than 15 million catalogs annually and for operating 75 retail stores across the United States. Additionally, Anderson's leadership was instrumental at McCord Travel, the largest travel company in the Midwest, where he served as CEO. He also played a significant role as a part-owner and VP of Sales and Marketing at Orval Kent Food Company, the largest manufacturer of prepared salads in the country. His business acumen has been featured in various major media outlets including ABC Nightly News with Peter Jennings, Inc. Magazine, Investors Business Daily, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, and The Chicago Tribune.

Anderson's entrepreneurial journey extends beyond these companies. He is known for his engagement with audiences as a speaker on topics including leadership, motivation, and team building. He offers several keynote programs, such as "212° The Extra Degree", which draws from his bestselling book to emphasize the importance of extra effort in achieving great results. His other keynotes include "You Can’t Send a Duck to Eagle School", focusing on leadership and management, and "Companies Don’t Succeed…People Do", directed at managers, entrepreneurs, and associations. Additionally, his "Charging the Human Battery" keynote delivers motivational insights that resonate with a broad audience including salespeople and managers.

Anderson is also a prolific author with a significant impact in the publishing world, having authored or co-authored twenty-two books with a total sales of over three million copies. Notable titles include "212 The Extra Degree", "212 Service", "You Can't Send a Duck to Eagle School", "The Dash", "The Power of Attitude", "Habits Die Hard", "Charging the Human Battery", "The Essence of Leadership", "The Power of Kindness", and "What's the Big Idea?". His works are renowned for their insightful guidance on personal development and leadership, making him a respected figure in both professional circles and among general readers.