Chief Architect of The Momentum Framework; Internationally Awarded Speaker
Sean Flaherty Biography
Sean Flaherty is the chief architect of The Momentum Framework, a professor, and a technologist with over 30 years of experience shaping organizational momentum and innovation. He began programming at age 11 on a Commodore Vic-20, served in the U.S. Navy as an aviation electrician, studied molecular genetics at the University of Rochester, and earned his MBA from the Simon School of Business. As founder of Simple Machines, which later merged with ITX Corp., Flaherty and his partners built a thriving 300-person community of artists, engineers, and software leaders pioneering practices in AI and product design. He architected The Momentum Framework, The Relationship Ladder, and The Accountability Spectrum, and countless other visual frameworks that help leaders translate behavioral psychology and systems thinking into practical tools for CEOs and culture builders. His work has generated businesses worth hundreds of millions; he has guided mergers and acquisitions, and educated tens of thousands of CEOs and leaders worldwide. Recognized for his ability to blend science and strategy, Flaherty helps organizations unlock clarity, connection, and execution -- building cultures where people and performance thrive together.
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Sean Flaherty Speaking Topics
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Leading a Culture For Innovation
How leaders create organizational momentum, psychological safety, and sustainable performance, without burnout, chaos, or micromanagement.
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The Momentum Framework: Turning Complexity into Clarity
A practical and science-backed system that helps leaders identify obstacles, remove friction, and accelerate execution across teams.
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Sean Flaherty is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Business, Business Growth, Business Leadership, Communication, Corporate Culture, Culture, Disruptive Thinking, Ethics & Integrity, Family & Parenting, Human Resources, Innovation, Leadership, Psychology, Social Sciences, Strategic Leadership, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Thought Leadership -
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Sean Flaherty is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Leading a Culture For Innovation, The Momentum Framework: Turning Complexity into Clarity, The Relationship Ladder: Building Influence & Trust, The Accountability Spectrum and Designing High-Performance Cultures. The estimated speaking fee range to book Sean Flaherty for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Sean Flaherty generally travels from Rochester, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jason Young, Tim Sanders, Dr. Jackie Freiberg, Seth Mattison and Mark DeVolder. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Sean Flaherty for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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