Stephen Harvill

Stephen Harvill is a keynote speaker, business strategist, author, and founder of Creative Ventures, a strategic consulting firm based in Austin, Texas. Harvill and his team have developed methods and techniques that support companies in reaching their potential. With a background in science and experience as the past president of two companies, Harvill applies leadership experience and empirical data to reinforce his business strategies.

Harvill works with organizations of all sizes, including Fortune 100 companies and start-ups, focusing on presentations, education, and consulting. His approach is centered on original ideas that contribute to the evolving landscape of business strategy, organizational dynamics, and leadership development.

Through Creative Ventures, Harvill has collaborated with companies such as IBM, General Mills, Wells Fargo, Pepsi, Southwest Airlines, Samsung, JC Penney, Microsoft, Apple, Zappos, and Allianz. He is the only speaker in the history of IBM Leadership Excellence University to deliver two programs in the same year.

Harvill and Creative Ventures conducted a two-year study across seven industries, interviewing top producers to identify behaviors linked to success. This research formed the foundation of his book, "21 Secrets of Million Dollar Sellers: America's Top Producers Reveal the Keys to Sales Success." His thought leadership is reflected in numerous articles and publications on management skills and leadership in complex environments. Building on this research, Harvill developed "The DNA of Success," a study into leadership teams across multiple industries, which identified 11 behaviors directly connected to individual and corporate achievement.

Harvill is recognized for his work as an educator and trainer, developing approaches to the learning process that integrate multimedia and participatory techniques. His keynote presentations address topics such as storytelling in "The Once Upon a Time Project" and efficiency in "Elegant Simplicity." Harvill's presentations emphasize practical business advice, leadership development, and effective communication, making him a frequent speaker at business conferences and corporate events worldwide.