Healthcare Keynotes
With challenges come opportunities. Navigate the complexities of today's Healthcare landscape with Sterling's proven No matter what framework —empowering healthcare organizations to thrive in a rapidly evolving market.

Sterling brings extensive healthcare industry expertise. With a proven track record at companies like United Healthcare, McKesson, Novartis and more, elevating both operational efficiency and outcomes, Sterling offers healthcare leaders a clear roadmap for tackling today’s most pressing challenges—even in the midst of unprecedented market volatility.

Empowering Healthcare Leaders to Thrive in a Changing World
Sterling Hawkins: Your Go-To Healthcare Keynote Speaker for Disruptive Innovation and Adaptive Leadership
Looking for a healthcare keynote speaker who really understands how to navigate constant disruption, spark meaningful change and actually get results? Meet Sterling Hawkins. With his deep expertise in leadership, innovation, and disruption, Sterling empowers healthcare leaders, teams, and professionals to embrace new technologies, improve patient outcomes, and create lasting impact—even in the face of industry-wide volatility.
Focus on Disruptive Innovation:
Sterling’s talks highlight how embracing disruption can be a catalyst for breakthroughs in patient care, operational efficiency, and collaborative culture. His forward-thinking No Matter What mindset helps organizations future-proof their organization to stay ahead of evolving healthcare challenges.
Proven Results:
Having worked with top healthcare organizations across the globe, Sterling brings a track record of driving transformation, strengthening patient satisfaction, and fostering leadership excellence. Organizations consistently report measurable improvements in culture, engagement, and bottom-line performance after implementing his strategies.
Engaging & Actionable:
Sterling’s keynote sessions are more than just theory—they’re jam-packed with actionable steps and tangible takeaways. By the end of his talk, your team will have a clear blueprint for turning innovative ideas into real-world outcomes and developing the leadership skills to make it happen, No Matter What.
A Leading Healthcare Keynote Speaker
Sterling Hawkins is an internationally recognized expert in healthcare leadership, empowering organizations to embrace transformation and thrive in an ever-evolving industry. As a keynote speaker, his presentations focus on the critical role of leadership in driving innovation and improving patient care outcomes. He emphasizes the importance of fostering trust within healthcare teams, enabling them to make bold decisions, navigate change, and collaborate effectively in high-pressure environments.
Trust is the foundation of successful healthcare leadership. Sterling teaches leaders how to build a culture of trust that empowers medical professionals and support teams to innovate, adapt, and deliver exceptional care even during times of uncertainty. By cultivating this environment, healthcare organizations can enhance teamwork, improve patient experiences, and stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry.
If you’re looking to inspire resilient, adaptive leaders in the healthcare field, Sterling Hawkins is the ideal speaker to help drive your organization’s success. Contact our team today to learn more!
As an author, entrepreneur and globally recognized keynote speaker, Sterling has guided countless individuals and companies to remarkable growth.
He believes we only discover our greatest purpose and realize our potential when we learn to move beyond the security of our comfort zone.
Fortune 500 companies invite him to speak to help leaders and teams cultivate trust-powered cultures to overcome adversity and reach exciting goals. Perhaps you’ve seen his TED Talk, his bestseller Hunting Discomfort, or him or his work featured in The New York Times, Forbes, Fast Company and Inc. — unveiling his proven growth roadmap drawn from his own journey back from rock bottom. You’re in the right place if you’re ready to improve your relationship with possibility (also known as uncertainty) and grow.
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Engaging, Impactful, motivating
Sterling was engaging, impactful, motivating and tailored his presentation to meet the needs of his audience and the challenges the healthcare industry continues to face during these uncertain times No Matter What. His presentation helped set the stage to a successful conference. I would highly recommended Sterling for a future event.
LISA WRIGHT | VP MEMBER RELATIONS AND EDUCATION | TENNESSEE HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION
I go beyond inspiring your audience with a personalized presentation that engages people with stories, insights and tools backed by my business expertise, research and testing. I’m committed to helping you drive results. My keynote packages support your objectives before, during and after the event to maximize its impact. The 5-phase No Matter What Experience includes up to 12 weeks of unique content and tools customized to your ambitions, priorities and audience. No other speaker offers this concierge-level service, led by Haviland Hawkins, my sister and business partner directing our Marketing and Operations.
One keynote, 90+ days of impact
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Why the World’s Top Healthcare Organizations Hire Sterling for Their Leadership Teams
Sterling Hawkins is trusted by the world’s leading healthcare organizations to elevate their leadership teams through his innovative approach to healthcare leadership. His ability to inspire, provide actionable strategies, and drive lasting change sets him apart as a premier healthcare keynote speaker. Sterling’s proven methods help healthcare leaders navigate uncertainty, embrace transformation, and lead with resilience—making him the go-to choice for organizations looking to create adaptive, future-ready healthcare teams.
With custom keynotes designed to address the unique challenges of the healthcare industry, Sterling ensures that leadership teams not only learn the principles of effective leadership but also apply them immediately to improve patient outcomes, enhance team performance, and foster a culture of innovation. By working with Sterling, healthcare organizations gain the tools they need to thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
1. Actionable Healthcare Tools, Not Just Inspiration
Sterling provides more than just motivational speeches—he equips healthcare leaders and teams with practical, ready-to-implement tools that can be immediately applied to enhance patient care, streamline operations, and foster innovation in healthcare settings.
2. Transforming Healthcare Challenges Into Opportunities
Sterling’s approach helps healthcare professionals turn challenges—such as budget constraints, staffing shortages, and regulatory changes—into opportunities for growth. He empowers teams to embrace discomfort, adapt to rapid changes, and lead through adversity to drive success, no matter the obstacles.
3. Customized Healthcare Strategies
Every healthcare organization faces its own unique set of challenges. Sterling tailors his content to address the specific needs and goals of each healthcare team, ensuring that his strategies resonate and deliver real, measurable impact on improving patient outcomes and organizational efficiency.
4. Proven Experience and Real-World Insights
With extensive experience in both healthcare leadership and disruptive innovation, Sterling brings authentic, hands-on insights to his talks. His approach is grounded in real-world examples and case studies, offering actionable lessons learned from navigating the complexities of the healthcare industry.
5. Building Resilient, Patient-Focused Teams
Sterling’s focus is on cultivating resilient healthcare teams that lead with empathy, adaptability, and a patient-centered mindset. His strategies help healthcare professionals and organizations build high-performing teams that thrive in an unpredictable environment, ensuring sustainable success and improved patient care outcomes.
Booking Sterling
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Sterling’s approach as a healthcare keynote speaker always starts with detailed discovery calls to ensure the best possible fit and explore fully customized programming options. He prioritizes your event’s success above all else—even if that means recommending someone else if he’s not the perfect fit. This dedication ensures every keynote delivers maximum impact and real value for your organization.
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Yes! Drawing on his extensive background as a healthcare keynote speaker, Sterling carefully tailors both the content and format of each engagement to suit his clients’ specific goals, ensuring every talk resonates with your audience and delivers maximum impact.
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Sterling fully embodies his “No Matter What” philosophy. Whether you have ample lead time or a last-minute request, he’ll do everything possible to accommodate your event’s needs. And if he isn’t the right fit, Sterling will leverage his network to find another healthcare keynote speaker who will exceed your expectations. Contact us and discuss!
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1. Connect and Confirm
Start by reaching out to share details about your upcoming event. We’ll follow up quickly to ensure it’s a great fit, lock in your event date, and kick off the planning process.
2. Customize and Co-Create
Through a comprehensive questionnaire and alignment call, we’ll dive into your event’s goals, challenges, audience, and desired outcomes. Together, we’ll customize the keynote and integrate supporting resources to maximize engagement and impact (before, during and after your event).
3. Deliver and Elevate
Sterling will take the stage with a high-energy, customized keynote that inspires No Matter What action. After the event, we’ll provide resources to sustain momentum and extend the impact well beyond the keynote.
Transforming your healthcare organization starts here.
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