Now for the good stuff
Below are the two signature talks that David gives at conferences, offsites and private company events.
Each one blends storytelling and strategy — the kind of sessions that leave your audience with practical tools they can actually use and a message that sticks long after the lights go down.
The Lagniappe Effect
Excellence isn’t built by doing more — it’s built by delivering a little extra, intentionally, in every interaction. Lagniappe is the art of giving a “bonus” that creates loyalty, engagement and trust. When done consistently, it becomes a culture-defining system.
Audience:
• Corporate leaders and executives
• HR, culture and people teams
• Customer experience and brand teams
• Teams looking to increase engagement and retention
3-4 Key takeaways:
• How small, intentional gestures create measurable impact
• How to embed “lagniappe moments” into team culture
• Practical frameworks for turning generosity into a repeatable system on
How To Ride A Roller Coaster
Every founder knows the ups and downs of building a business. David shares practical strategies and mindset frameworks to help entrepreneurs stay grounded, navigate volatility and lead effectively when everything is changing.
Audience:
• Entrepreneurs
• Startup founders
• Accelerators and incubators
3-4 Key takeaways:
• Reframe risk and uncertainty as growth opportunities
• Build a founder mindset that endures the highs and lows
• Practical tools for leading with clarity during chaos
How To Start A Podcast In 24 Hours
The barrier to podcasting has never been lower, but most people never hit record. David breaks down exactly how to launch a podcast from zero to published in a single day, with no fluff, no expensive gear required, and no excuses left.
Audience:
• Entrepreneurs and founders
• Content creators
• Anyone who’s been “thinking about starting a podcast” for way too long
3-4 Key takeaways:
• The exact step-by-step launch framework to go from idea to live episode in 24 hours
• Choose your format, name, and niche with confidence
• Record, edit, and publish without a studio or tech background
• Build an audience from day one with smart distribution habits