Steve Diggs

5 out of 5

Leadership & Resiliency Expert; Founder of The Fast-Forward Leadership Platform; National Bestselling Author; Master Resiliency Trainer for U.S. Army

Nashville, TN, USA
Live Event: $5,000 - $10,000 Virtual Event: $5,000 - $10,000 More Fee Info

Steve Diggs Biography

Steve Diggs is a keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and leadership consultant known for his expertise in sustainable leadership, high-performance strategies, and ethical business practices. As the founder of The Fast-Forward Leadership Platform, Diggs has delivered presentations to audiences on six continents, authored 11 books, and hosted seven radio and television shows. He holds the Certified Speaking Professional designation from the National Speakers Association and is an inductee of the Motivational Speakers Hall of Fame.

Diggs is also a serial entrepreneur, having founded seven sales-driven companies, including a Nashville advertising agency and broadcast production company. He served for 25 years as CEO of a regional advertising agency in Nashville, gaining extensive experience in branding, marketing, and communications. CNN has referred to Diggs as a public relations expert. After selling The Franklin Group, Inc., he transitioned to a full-time speaking career, addressing audiences more than 150 times each year worldwide.

Diggs’s personal journey, including overcoming significant heart disease and undergoing five heart bypasses in his 30s, informs his approach to leadership and resilience. Following his business career and health challenges, he joined the ministry staff of Antioch Church of Christ in Nashville, bringing a unique perspective to his presentations.

His Fast-Forward Leadership Programs emphasize ethical leadership, sales strategies, resiliency, and branding. Diggs’s client list includes American Airlines, Mercedes, Walmart, McDonald's, Hilton, FedEx Office, and the U.S. Army, where he has also served as a Master Resiliency Trainer. His books, including "No Debt No Sweat," "Free to Succeed," "Putting Your Best Foot Forward," and "ReTooled & ReFueled," focus on practical guidance in personal finance, leadership, and professional development.

Diggs is a national bestselling author and recognized marketing and communications expert. His background includes roles as a minister, college instructor, entrepreneur, recording artist, radio show host, personal financial advisor, and television commentator. He is frequently quoted by major media outlets. Diggs’s presentations draw on decades of experience in branding, leadership, ethics, and life skills, offering practical strategies for individuals and organizations seeking growth and resilience.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/01/2026.

Steve Diggs Speaking Topics

  • PERSON-TO-PERSONAL: THE PEOPLE SKILLS EVENT FOR THE WORKPLACE™

    This unique presentation is designed for everyone on your team! It will take your employees by the hand and teach them 3 vital skills:

    1) How to Relate and Communicate More Effectively with Management.

    2) How to Play Better in the Sandbox with Their Co-Workers

    3) How to Better Serve and Communicate with Your Customers

  • Brand YOU: How to Build Your Personal Brand and Get Noticed™

    Based on his nationally acclaimed book, Putting Your Best Foot Forward, and built on Steve's 25 years as CEO of a leading advertising agency and broadcast production firm...this is a life-changer!

    Your audience will learn how to brand themselves so they can effectively communicate their life messages in clear, persuasive, and memorable ways.

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Steve Diggs Videos

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Steve Diggs is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as PERSON-TO-PERSONAL: THE PEOPLE SKILLS EVENT FOR THE WORKPLACE™ , Brand YOU: How to Build Your Personal Brand and Get Noticed™ , Confessions of an Ad Man: A Funny Romp...Filled with Vital Insights™ , The Leadership Summit: The Heart, Mind, and Attitude of a Leader™ , POP Goes the Music! A Fun Romp Thru the First Two Decades of RnR™ and Successful Conflict Resolution: Going from Compromise to Consensus™ . The estimated speaking fee range to book Steve Diggs for your event is available upon request. Steve Diggs generally travels from Nashville, TN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Candace Reese Walters, Scott McKain, Cheryl Cran, Josh Linkner and Mark C. Thompson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Steve Diggs for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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