Tracy

Spears

Bestselling Author

Creator of Trailer Park University

Global Leadership Influencer

About Tracy
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Tracy Spears is a catalyst for leaders who want to

move from good to exceptional.

A dynamic keynote speaker, best-selling author, and founder of the Exceptional Leaders Lab, Tracy has spent over 25 years helping organizations elevate leadership and team performance. Her books, What Exceptional Leaders Know and The Exceptional Leaders Playbook, are celebrated guides for navigating change with practical, progressive strategies. Known for her energetic and interactive style, Tracy has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, and The Wall Street Journal, and is praised for delivering real answers to complex leadership challenges with both candor and empathy.

With a background as a member of the U.S. National Softball Team and graduate of the University of Oklahoma, Tracy embodies the discipline and teamwork she now imparts to others. She hosts the Shift Out Loud podcast, where she amplifies stories of transformation, and she leads workshops on unconscious bias, diversity, and inclusive leadership. Today, Tracy equips leaders and teams worldwide to exceed their potential, build cultures of belonging, and lead with purpose in a world that demands more than just good leadership.

Tracy’s SpeEch Topics

  • Trailer Park University

    HOW HUMBLE BEGINNINGS CAN FUEL EXTRAORDINARY LEADERSHIP, RESILIENCE AND INCLUSION

    In Trailer Park University, Tracy Spears invites audiences into a deeply personal and thought-provoking journey that proves greatness can come from anywhere. Drawing from her upbringing in a Tulsa trailer park, Tracy shares how life’s unexpected lessons shaped her understanding of leadership, perseverance, and authenticity.

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  • Temperaments and Teamwork

    UNLOCKING STRONGER CONNECTIONS AND COLLABORATION

    This highly interactive session will change the way you approach people in your professional and personal life. Tracy Spears introduces the concept of temperaments and shows how they shape behavior, decision-making, and teamwork. Through hands-on exercises and practical insights, participants learn to recognize blind spots, strengthen connections, and create strategies that foster authentic collaboration.

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  • 31 Strategies to Level Up Your Leadership

    A FAST-PACED CRASH COURSE IN MODERN LEADERSHIP

    Leadership no longer looks like it did a decade ago, and neither should your approach. In this energizing session, Tracy Spears delivers 31 practical strategies designed to help leaders adapt, innovate, and inspire in today’s fast-paced workplace.

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Fee & Travel

In-person fee

$20,000 - $30,000

Virtual fee

$10,000 - $15,000

Travels from

Tulsa, OK

Listed fees are base range and may vary based on event specifics like location, duration, or requirements. Contact us for a tailored quote.

Praise for Tracy

  • Our attendees are begging for more of Tracy!

    “As an organization that brings in over ten national speakers each year, I can confidently say Tracy was one of the best we’ve commissioned in years. She intertwined professional development topics into fun, enticing presentations.”

    - Brandi Spurling,
    Director of Women’s Network, Columbia Chamber of Commerce

  • Tracy has a spark that can ignite any team member and bring relevance to the circumstance

    “Without a doubt, Tracy is impactful, and her passion for leadership should be part of your next training.”

    - Amanda Blair,
    CEO, Expo Square

  • Tracy Brings A Fresh Perspective

    “Tracy’s sessions stand out because she gives practical answers to complex questions, balancing telling it like it is with genuine empathy. She brings a brilliant perspective to this population of growing leaders, especially at this moment in time.”

    - Adele Poole,
    Eastman Chemical Company

  • A Highlight of the Year

    “Having Tracy Spears speak to associates was one of the year’s highlights for our organization. Tracy came in fully prepared, engaged, and ready to get people thinking differently than they had before. She made all participants feel welcome in the room, which made for an excellent discussion!”

    - Matthew Silva,
    Ahold Delhaize Supply Chain Services

  • A Master at Delivering Powerful Presentations

    “I have repeatedly engaged Tracy Spears for presentations across the firm, for different audiences, and on different topics. She is a master at effectively delivering a presentation. At the conclusion of one session, a partner said ‘That’s the best coaching advice I’ve ever received.’”

    - Rosa Walker,
    Senior Director, Diversity & Inclusion, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

  • Valuable Takeaways You Can Use Right Away

    “Tracy’s presentation was thought-provoking, fun, and entertaining. Her message was clear and provided valuable takeaways that members can use immediately. I would recommend Tracy to other groups.”

    - Craig Addington,
    National Association of Graphic & Product Identification Manufacturers

  • Expert Facilitation, Real Results

    “Tracy was an excellent facilitator at our board retreat. She led the day with energy and humor and engaged members in creating and owning a very actionable strategic plan.”

    - Deidra Kirtley,
    Executive Director, Resonance

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