Conflict Alchemist, Bridge Builder, Keynote Speaker on Transformational Leadership
Bill de la Cruz Biography
When leaders and teams feel stuck in conflict, disconnected by differences, or overwhelmed by workplace tension, Bill de la Cruz steps in—not as the hero, but as the guide. For over two decades, Bill has helped thousands of people and organizations transform the emotional energy of conflict into opportunities for trust, collaboration, and culture change.
As the founder of DeLaCruz Leadership Solutions, Bill has partnered with K-12 schools, universities, healthcare systems, police departments, and corporations. His role is simple and powerful: to support people in identifying the root causes of tension and bias, and to equip them with the tools to lead with intention, empathy, and clarity.
At the heart of Bill’s work is his signature keynote: Thriving Through Conflict. This dynamic, story-driven experience walks participants through three essential steps:
Finding the Origination Point – uncovering the source of internal and external conflict
Developing Skills and Strategies – building practical tools for communication and emotional regulation
Creating Sustainable Support – embedding long-term practices for personal and cultural transformation
Audiences walk away with a renewed ability to face conflict without fear—and with the skills to use it as a catalyst for growth and connection.
Bill is the author of Finding the Origination Point and Flipping Failure: A Blueprint for Self-Growth and Transformation. He also hosts The Origination Point podcast, guiding listeners to uncover the hidden roots of judgment, bias, and fear.
Bill helps your people:
· Transform conflict into trust and momentum
· Identify and shift limiting narratives
· Develop resilient, growth-oriented mindsets
· Create inclusive, emotionally intelligent work environments
If your organization is ready to stop avoiding conflict and start thriving through it, Bill de la Cruz is the guide to help you get there.
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Bill de la Cruz Speaking Topics
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Conflict Transformation & Emotional Intelligence
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Relational Leadership & Culture Change
Bill de la Cruz Videos
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Bill de la Cruz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Conflict Transformation & Emotional Intelligence, Relational Leadership & Culture Change, Bias Awareness & Identity-Based Dynamics and Imposter Phenomenon & Growth Mindset Development. The estimated speaking fee range to book Bill de la Cruz for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Bill de la Cruz generally travels from Boulder, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Israel Greene, Dr. Sheila Robinson, Katrina Jones, Carin Taylor and Keith L. Brown. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Bill de la Cruz for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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