Lou Heckler

Annually, Lou Heckler leads dozens of programs for corporations, trade associations, and educational institutions. With a unique blend of content, energy, and fun, he excels at energizing attendees, making him a fitting choice for a kickoff speaker.

Heckler has been immersed in management, motivation, and leadership roles since 1970 and served as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Michigan's Executive Education Center from 1980 to 2000. His extensive experience includes more than 30 years studying peak performers, during which he conducted over 2,000 interviews with top achievers across various levels. Additionally, Heckler was an adjunct faculty member and host of his own television talk show, as well as an essayist for the national PBS show "Nightly Business Report."

Heckler's broadcasting career spanned nearly 15 years, where he held top positions from on-air personality to news manager, talk show host, and corporate management training director. He is a Certified Speaking Professional, a designation of the National Speakers Association reserved for less than 10% of speakers worldwide. In 1992, he received the CPAE Award (Council of Peers Award for Excellence) from the National Speakers Association, recognizing his professional excellence and dedication.

Moreover, Heckler is a hall-of-fame professional speaker who has traveled globally to focus on the people side of business. He actively engages in various activities at meetings, enhancing fun and relationship-building with his clients. He is also a member of Platform Professionals, a group of six experienced speakers who all use original, clean humor in their presentations. His presentations, such as "Let's Get Engaged," "Leadership by CHOICE," and "Pursuing Peak Performance," provide valuable insights into engagement, leadership, and performance improvement.