Speaking

Equip Your Team to Lead — and Compete — Globally

Book Ryan Sheppard for a leadership talk, fireside chat, or webinar — and give your team the skills to clearly communicate their value, lead with confidence, and accelerate global competitiveness.

About Ryan

Ryan Sheppard is a trusted advisor to senior executives across Japan’s BioPharma and Precision Medicine industries.

Over the past 17 years, he has placed more than 170 senior executives by helping them articulate their unique value, lead with confidence, and unlock breakthrough career opportunities.

As the author of Sell Yourself Like a CEO, Ryan now shares insights to empower organizations to strengthen internal leadership pipelines and help Japan develop the next generation of global talent.

Explore keynote topics designed to empower individuals, strengthen your employer brand, and equip tomorrow’s leaders with the skills — and clarity — they need to thrive.

Signature Speaking Topics

Sell Yourself Like a CEO: Communicate Your Value with Confidence

Equip employees with the skills to clearly articulate their contributions, aspirations, and leadership potential — accelerating internal mobility, strengthening leadership pipelines, and boosting confidence for future career growth.

Sell Your Company Like a CEO: Build an Employer Brand That Attracts Leaders

Learn how to position your company like a CEO would — through authentic storytelling, leadership-driven branding, and real-world proof points that attract top-tier talent. Discover why empowering employees to tell their own leadership stories strengthens both your brand and your ability to compete globally.

Future-Fit Leadership Skills: Developing, Assessing, and Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders

Explore the essential leadership skills needed to thrive in cross-functional, fast-evolving organizations — and how to properly assess, develop, and promote talent. Learn how to ask competency-based questions that reveal candidates' true value, align long-term aspirations with company goals, and create leadership pipelines ready for the next decade.

Accelerate Your Team’s Leadership Journey

Ordering 50+ copies your your team or customers? Email ryan@ryan-sheppard.com to claim your VIP bonuses.

50+ copies

  • Group Discussion Guide (PDF)

  • Complimentary Access to Ryan's C-PATH video series

100+ copies

  • Group Discussion Guide (PDF)

  • Complimentary Access to Ryan's C-PATH video series

  • Live 30-min Q&A with Ryan

150+ copies

  • Group Discussion Guide (PDF)

  • Complimentary Access to Ryan's

  • C-PATH video series

  • Live 60 min keynote/Q&A with Ryan

Frequently Asked Questions

Can we customize the talk for our team’s specific needs?

Absolutely. I tailor each engagement based on your team's goals — whether it's preparing future leaders, strengthening internal mobility, or boosting global competitiveness.

How do the bulk book orders work?

Simply order 50+ or 100+ copies of Sell Yourself Like a CEO through Amazon.
Once you confirm your order, we'll schedule your free leadership webinar or private fireside chat.

Do you offer virtual and in-person speaking options?

Yes! I offer both.
Virtual engagements are available globally, and in-person engagements can be arranged based on timing and availability.

How far in advance should we book a speaking engagement?

For the best scheduling flexibility, I recommend reaching out at least 4–6 weeks in advance.

Limited slots are available each quarter.

Is Sell Yourself Like a CEO only for individuals looking to change jobs?

Not at all.


The principles help professionals strengthen internal leadership capabilities, improve interview and promotion readiness, and communicate value more clearly — critical for growing strong leaders within your organization.

"Ryan is an excellent agent for the career searching even beyond. His professional advice to support throughout the entire recruiting process was very much helpful for me."

-T.S.

"Changing industries was intimidating, but Ryan’s coaching and negotiation skills gave me the confidence I needed to make the leap. We still keep in touch, and I highly recommend Ryan to other health-care professionals."

-Dr. R.U.

"Ryan is an exceptional consultant who has deep professional insights as well as well balanced interpersonal intelligence. Ryan is an excellent business professional who knows the human business."

-Y.I.

For aspiring global leaders.