Leadership Workshops and Keynote Talks
Keynote Speaker
Ric doesn’t just speak—he connects, energizes, and inspires. As a keynote speaker and leadership workshop facilitator, he transforms lessons from his books and peer advisory groups into actionable strategies that business leaders can immediately apply.
With a firm belief that “laughing leads to learning,” Ric brings an engaging and entertaining style to every event, ensuring that audiences walk away informed, motivated, and ready to act. Whether he’s delivering insights from his three books or leading DISC-based interpersonal leadership workshops, Ric makes complex concepts accessible and practical, always in a fun and relaxed setting.
Having delivered hundreds of sessions across Orange County, Ric knows how to ignite real change in business leaders by combining expertise with engaging delivery. His talks don’t just inform—they transform perspectives and drive success.
Testimonial
"Ric was a keynote speaker at our industry's CEO Retreat. He also facilitated a peer-learning workshop for this group of 200+ CEOs. He created a safe environment in which participants could share their experiences and learn from one another. Richard's keynote was his “Killing Cats Leads to Rats” presentation, based on his 3rd book. He was well-received, and the participants appreciated his humor and approach to facilitating peer learning."
“As an author, speaker, and emcee, Ric is rich with financial knowledge and experience. Ric’s charismatic personality can energize any audience into action. As an emcee for Junior Achievement of Orange County for the past four years, Ric has enriched our events and increased awareness for Junior Achievement. As an optimistic business leader, Ric can infuse positivity, fun, and intriguing thoughts to stimulate conversation and thought-provoking ideas.”
"I have had the pleasure of seeing Ric speak on numerous occasions in both the United States and Canada, and I would not hesitate to attest to his ability to deliver both great keynote and workshop presentations. He has an innate ability to command the room and capture an audience's attention from the very beginning. His presence, energy, and passion instantly engage his audience, whether it's a group of fifty or several hundred. Richard's latest book, "Killing Cat's Leads to Rats" had such a relevant message for our top executives and business owners running mid-market firms in the Southwestern Ontario (Canada) area, that I hired Ric to deliver the keynote at our recent conference; Ric's talk was the most highly rated part of the conference, by far. If you're looking for a speaker with the talent to captivate an audience while delivering relevant, real-world content that teaches valuable lessons about running a business, I highly recommend Ric."
"Ric visited our business round table and spoke on the topic of CEO Guiding Principles. Our group, the Think Tank Round Table, is a collection of business owners and C-level executives who naturally tend to be tough judges of character. We were thoroughly impressed with the content and high-value takeaway that Ric provided. I do not doubt that the future decision-making of our company will be directly impacted by the ideas Ric put together and presented. Ric gets our solid recommendation."
"Ric Franzi was the keynote speaker at our August Budget Planning Retreat, attended by leadership from our three major facilities. His enthusiasm and knowledge resonated with our team and were a great close to our weekend meeting. The topic that resonated with our associates was the discussion of being mindful in the workplace, which will greatly enhance our communications and operations. This is the second time that Ric has presented Kush Bottles and has always exceeded our expectations. He was such a good sport and kept up the motivation, especially given the event was on a Sunday and the air conditioner was malfunctioning on a hot Orange County summer day. Thank you, Ric!"
Elevate Your Leadership
Since 2007, Ric has been a trusted guide for Orange County entrepreneurs and business owners, creating a space where leadership and growth go hand in hand. He knows that running a business shouldn’t mean being consumed by it. That’s why he built peer advisory groups designed to help leaders focus on their companies, without losing sight of their personal and professional growth.
As a seasoned Orange County business coach, Ric has developed a proven process that empowers entrepreneurs to work on their businesses, not in them. His approach fosters clarity, confidence, and the kind of strategic insight that drives lasting success. If you're ready to elevate your leadership and take control of your business, Ric’s peer advisory groups are the powerful step forward you’ve been looking for.