As a leadership advisor, best-selling author, and former finance executive, Tony Martignetti doesn’t just deliver a keynote — he creates a transformative experience.
Blending over 30 years of business acumen with the soulful artistry of a storyteller, creating an atmosphere of trust that invites audiences to explore what they’ve hidden.
His talks are not lectures; they are interactive, heartfelt conversations that move teams from disconnection and burnout to renewed energy, deeper connection, and full-spectrum brilliance.
Reclaiming the Parts of You and Your Team That Spark Innovation
This keynote is an invitation to rediscover our dormant talents—the artist within the analyst, the poet within the strategist.
Tony provides a powerful framework for leaders and teams to move beyond “one-dimensional success” and unlock the collective genius that lies waiting within the organization, leading to greater engagement, retention, and creativity.
Recognize and dismantle the subtle forces that suppress creativity and surface the untapped talents already inside the organization
Move from “what I do” to “who I am” by integrating a new framework for whole-person leadership into daily decision-making
Shift from transactional to transformational dialogue with tools that build psychological safety and spark shared insight
How to Navigate Through Uncertainty
This talk provides the mindset and tools needed to transform ambiguity into a canvas for creative exploration.
Tony guides audiences through his framework for Grounded Leadership, helping them stay calm amid chaos, turn potential obstacles into catalysts for breakthrough solutions, and build regenerative cultures that don’t just withstand pressure, but foster growth and meaningful impact.
Shift their mindset and adopt a proactive approach to leadership
Stay grounded and find clarity when faced with uncertainty and complexity
Embrace the 6Cs of Grounded Leadership to be more effective
Create a more resilient and regenerative culture that makes a meaningful impact
Revolutionizing the Way We Connect
This session aims to completely revolutionize the dynamics of networking.
Tony introduces the concept of “Curiosity Conversations,” where the goal shifts from trying to impress to genuinely getting to know someone, providing actionable strategies to find common ground, unlock new opportunities, and build relationships that are both meaningful and joyful.
Change their mindset from ‘networking as work’ to ‘networking as play’
Discover and practice the Art of the Curiosity Conversation
Break free from the ‘Impress’ Mold and understand the limits of traditional networking
Learn the Canvas model for creating deeper, more authentic connections
How to Share Your True Self and Build a Human Workplace
With the lingering effects of the pandemic and continued divisiveness in the world, fostering genuine connection is no longer a luxury—it’s a requirement for survival.
In this talk, Tony shares his CORE methodology to help employees and leaders alike embrace their individuality, express more of who they are, and create better, more authentic connections.
Why feeling connected to others is a basic human need and a requirement for high performance.
How leaders can build the psychological safety necessary for their teams to thrive.
The four-step CORE method to help individuals express more of who they are.
How to create better connections and a more human-centered workplace culture.
REDISCOVER WHAT SUCCESS MEANS TO YOU
This keynote reframes how we define success—challenging the assumption that climbing higher always means getting closer to what matters. It’s for leaders who’ve achieved professional milestones yet feel a quiet dissonance between outer accomplishment and inner fulfillment. Through metaphor, reflection, and practical tools, Tony invites audiences to assess whether they’re climbing the right mountain—and equips them to pivot with clarity if they’re not.
Evaluate whether your current path aligns with your evolving long-term goals and personal definition of success.
Identify where your effort is being spent—and whether it’s paying the kind of dividends that matter to you.
Use eight powerful principles to choose a more intentional, values-aligned summit.
Learn how to continually re-evaluate your path without guilt, and course-correct with confidence.
TURN YOUR STORY INTO A FORCE FOR IMPACT
We all carry untold stories—but when left unexamined, those stories can quietly shape our limits. In this keynote, Tony helps leaders access the raw power in their personal narratives. Drawing from his work as a coach and host of The Virtual Campfire Podcast, he reveals how uncovering and reframing your story can lead to personal breakthroughs and ripple out to inspire authentic, lasting change in others.
Courageously name and share the parts of your story that shaped you—including the ones you’ve hidden or downplayed.
Identify the inflection points, struggles, and triumphs that define your personal transformation arc.
Reframe past pain or failure into usable leadership strengths and empathy assets.
Inspire transformation in others by modeling vulnerability, clarity, and courage in how you show up.
“Before meeting Tony, I lacked guidance, support, and motivation to pursue the path ahead of me. Tony helped me tremendously to maintain energy, focus, and drive during these challenging times.
He’s also helped me strategically plan my meetings and negotiations within my startup.”
Med Device CEO/Founder
“Tony has a rare combination of sunny personality, deep thinking, and intuition of what one needs to succeed. He has a fantastic breadth of experience coming from working in some of the most challenging workplace environments.
Happy to have him as a partner in crime.”
Biotech COO
“After working with Tony for over a year, I’ve seen how incredibly passionate he is about supporting others in their journey of personal and professional growth.
He is a caring, thoughtful and proficient coach that helps people see what’s possible, and I believe anyone who has the opportunity to work with Tony would be fortunate to do so.”
Entrepreneur
“I invited Tony to facilitate a workshop in my business incubator.
His excellent presentation was well-received by all who attended! He has an energetic and personable communication style, did a great job connecting with the diverse group of entrepreneurs, and is clearly knowledgeable about behavioral styles and effective communication. I would happily work with him again!”
Biotech CEO
“As a coach, Tony was an ardent champion. I felt confident trusting him to help me explore and clarify my goals. He encouraged me to think and act beyond my comfort zone in a way that was authentic to me.
His focus on leadership comes across as supporting you to be the best leader you can be. I would recommend him as a coach to anyone interested in digging deeper and pursuing possible future directions.”
Scientist and Entrepreneur