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DR. TIM ELMORE

Dr. Tim Elmore is the founder and former CEO of Growing Leaders, a nonprofit dedicated to developing young leaders. He has equipped students and recent graduates across thousands of campuses globally to lead with authenticity. A sought-after Thought Leader for Maxwell Leadership, Tim has trained over 500,000 leaders and partnered with major organizations like Purdue University, the San Francisco Giants, and the Houston Rockets. Named one of the top 100 leadership speakers by Inc. magazine, Tim is an expert on generational diversity and has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and on CNN. He\ has authored over 30 books, including Generation iY and Habitudes®. Tim’s passion for empowering the next generation of leaders continues to inspire individuals and organizations worldwide, shaping the future with vision and purpose.

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BOOKS AUTHORED DR. TIM ELMORE

A New Kind of Diversity

The most effective strategies often begin with small, deliberate steps. Focus on achieving small wins and making methodical decisions without rushing into bigger commitments. Each step builds towards sustainable success.

The Eight Paradoxes of Great Leadership

Starting small enables you to dive deeperinto sustainable strategies that can withstand challenges. Focus on creating depth in your work, ensuring long-term impact and resilience. Depth ensures that your efforts last and multiply overtime.

Marching off the Map

Once you’ve laid a strong foundation, thinking big can guide your vision forward. Start small and build depth first, then let your big ideas drive meaningful outcomes. Dream about the possibilities your work can achieve.

Generation Z Unfiltered

Once you’ve laid a strong foundation, thinking big can guide your vision forward. Start small and build depth first, then let your big ideas drive meaningful outcomes. Dream about the possibilities your work can achieve.

SPEAKING TOPICS

School Culture and Engagement ➤

Participants will learn strategies to build a strong, inclusive school culture where leaders, teachers, and students feel valued and engaged. They’ll gain practical tools to address modern challenges like shorter attention spans and post-pandemic frustrations while reigniting educators’ passion for teaching and leadership.

Understanding Emerging Generations ➤

Participants will learn the key differences between Generation Z, Alphas, and other
generations, along with the challenges they face. They’ll gain practical strategies for leading today’s students, fostering unity in multigenerational environments, and building resilience, grit, and resourcefulness in both students and staff.

Parenting the Next Generation ➤

Discover strategies to strengthen your school’s organizational structure, enhance leadership capacity, and foster a collaborative culture. This session focuses on optimizing internal systems to improve overall performance and studentoutcomes.

Why Soft Skills Matter ➤

Participants will learn the five essential soft skills students need to succeed in the 21st century. They’ll gain practical strategies, compelling stories, and tools from the Habitudes series to empower students and develop next-generation leaders in today’s tech-driven world.

Innovative Educational Practices ➤

Leaders will be able to team with the skills to develop and implement a strategic vision that inspires progress and fosters long-term improvement. Participants explore practical approaches to developing sustainable organizational frameworks that support growth, innovation, and accountability.

Cheri Borchardt

Director of Curriculum and Instruction at Lorena ISD

“Tim one of the most practical, down-to-earth people I have ever met, and he understands what makes each generation tick. He gives “real” advice about how to deal with all kinds of situations. Our people love him! We have had him twice as a Convocation speaker and we would have him again! Habitudes is our SEL program! Our kids and teachers, coaches and administrators love the simplicity of it and love even more the deep, important life lessons it provides!”

Ben Purvis

The Heights Church

“This was very enjoyable. Tim and his team were fantastic. Shingi was especially helpful. Tim’s knowledge and communication delivery were outstanding.”

Jeremy Corbisello

CCC&T

“It was a great presentation that is very informative regarding how and why students engage they way they do. There were many great examples provided by Tim Elmore.”

Stacy Buckley

ASCD

“Both Tim and Andrew are outstanding presenters and bring a great wealth of knowledge around working with our current students. The actual presentation was thorough, with a great sense of humor added.”

Rebecca

Teacher at Faith Lutheran Middle School

“Tim uses historical data and experience to help equip leaders so they have a greater impact on those they lead. He incorporates small group discussion to encourage attendees to immediately apply what they are hearing to
their personal situation.”

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