Meet Tim Arnold
The biggest leadership challenges aren’t problems to solve. They’re tensions to manage.
That’s why more than 300,000 leaders—from Fortune 500 executives to frontline managers—have turned to Tim Arnold’s Lead with AND approach to navigate complexity, lead change, and build winning cultures.
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Clients consistently place their trust in Tim Arnold for these 4 reasons:
Tim invests time to understand an organization’s goals, values, and culture, ensuring every keynote is custom and connected.
Drawing from the concepts in his bestselling books on navigating healthy tension, Tim provides audiences with practical tools to conquer complexity, not merely cope with it.
Whether in person or virtual, Tim brings energy, humor, and audience participation, making learning both memorable and impactful.
Known for his reliability and commitment, Tim works seamlessly with event teams to ensure a smooth, stress-free experience—without ego or complications.
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Here’s a little bit more about Tim ...
Tim Arnold has become one of North America’s leading voices on navigating complexity through his lead-with-AND approach. As a bestselling author and international keynote speaker, Tim equips leaders to move beyond polarized thinking so they can manage competing demands, lead change, and build thriving cultures.
Over the past two decades, more than 300,000 leaders, from Fortune 500 CEOs and Nobel laureates to frontline managers, have leveraged Tim’s expertise in organizations such as the United Nations, Stanford Medicine, Citibank, UPS and World Vision. His four-step Healthy Tension Framework has become the practical roadmap leaders rely on to turn tension into a leadership advantage.
Tim’s perspective comes from his own leadership experience: He has launched and sold a business, directed a homeless shelter, and partnered with organizations around the world to tackle some of leadership’s toughest challenges. His books and keynotes are known for making complex leadership ideas remarkably accessible, helping organizations make better decisions, manage conflict, and build stronger teams.
Tim’s keynote equip leaders with practical frameworks they can put into action immediately, helping them navigate complexity, lead through change, and drive better results long after the event ends.
Tim's signature keynote:
The Power of Healthy Tension
How to navigate complexity and chronic leadership challenges.
Other keynote options:
Keynotes are typically 60 to 90 minutes.
They can also be adapted into a half-day workshop for deeper exploration and hands-on application.
When you’re planning a conference or event, you’ve got a million details to juggle and one shot to make it all land.
This toolkit is built to lighten your load—not add to it.
When you’re planning a conference or event, you’ll find everything you need right here to make your event planning smoother and your post-event feedback full of “Best Session EVER” reviews.
(And, yes, it even includes his rates!)
Each keynote is based on the principles outlined in his
best-selling books.
For organizations looking to extend the impact beyond the keynote, Tim’s team offers discounted book orders that give participants practical tools they can continue using long after the event.
Tim is also happy to include a book signing, creating a memorable experience for attendees.
How It Works:
4 Simple Steps to a Standing Ovation
1. Pre-Event Call
On a Zoom call, Tim will listen closely so he can help you choose the right keynote, align on expectations, and make sure everything is tailored to your goals. From timing to tone to key messaging – he’ll fine-tune it all to match your audience and event vision.
2. Customized Content Development
Based on the call, Tim will craft a keynote that speaks your organization’s language and hits the right notes with your audience. Examples, stories, and takeaways will be dialed in to support your event goals and help you deliver major value to your attendees.
3. Seamless Event Execution
With all details confirmed, event organizers can feel confident and prepared. Tim arrives early, coordinates with AV teams, and delivers a memorable, high-energy keynote that engages participants and sparks ongoing discussion.
4. Post-Event Resources for Lasting Impact
To help the learning stick, Tim provides practical follow-up resources and a complimentary post-event call with key leaders. Together, you’ll discuss how to reinforce the key ideas, support managers in applying them, and extend the impact of the keynote throughout the organization.
How It Works:
4 Simple Steps to a Standing Ovation
1. Pre-Event Call
On a Zoom call, Tim will listen closely so he can help you choose the right keynote, align on expectations, and make sure everything is tailored to your goals. From timing to tone to key messaging – he’ll fine-tune it all to match your audience and event vision.
2. Customized Content Development
Based on the call, Tim will craft a keynote that speaks your organization’s language and hits the right notes with your audience. Examples, stories, and takeaways will be dialed in to support your event goals and help you deliver major value to your attendees.
3. Seamless Event Execution
With all details confirmed, event organizers can feel confident and prepared. Tim arrives early, coordinates with AV teams, and delivers a memorable, high-energy keynote that engages participants and sparks ongoing discussion.
4. Post-Event Resources for Lasting Impact
To help the learning stick, Tim provides practical follow-up resources and a complimentary post-event call with key leaders. Together, you’ll discuss how to reinforce the key ideas, support managers in applying them, and extend the impact of the keynote throughout the organization.
Donald Miller
CEO
StoryBrand
“We needed to find a way to bring some fun and energy into a large two-day event. Having Tim kick off the event was the perfect solution. He was able to get the group learning, laughing, and interacting, which set a perfect tone for the next few days.
We now have him open up all our big events and our clients love it!”
Book Tim for your next event.
Get in touch with Tim and his team today to learn more about a tailored experience for your audience.
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You don’t have to decide which keynote is best for you before you inquire. We’re happy to make suggestions after we hear about your goals. We’re excited to connect with you!
