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Unleashing Breakthrough Results in a Rapidly Evolving Industry with Keynote Speaker Sterling Hawkins
Sterling Hawkins is not just another retail keynote speaker. Born into a 5th-generation retail family, he’s intimately familiar with the challenges and triumphs of the retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) world. He has partnered with leading organizations—including HyVee, Samsung, KraftHeinz, Energizer, Topps, and Mitsubishi—to transform disruption into opportunity.
Leveraging decades of hands-on experience and proven business strategies, Sterling brings inspiring stories, real-world insights, and actionable frameworks that empower leaders to grow and innovate No Matter What stands in their way.
Navigating the Next Era of Retail & CPG
In today’s rapidly changing retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, the stakes are higher than ever, and your event needs more than just high-level ideas—it requires real-world solutions to drive measurable results.
Sterling Hawkins, founder of the No Matter What Movement and a 5th-generation retailer, brings a unique, hands-on approach to achieving breakthrough success. By blending personal experience with academic research, case studies, and actionable strategies, Sterling helps audiences move from theory to practical application. His insights are grounded in a personal journey that includes building a multi-billion-dollar startup, facing failure head-on, and emerging stronger as a serial entrepreneur with over 100+ ventures launched or invested in.
Sterling doesn’t just inspire—he equips teams with the tools, data, and frameworks they need to thrive in an era of tech disruption, global instability, and evolving consumer demands. Whether you’re seeking insights into overcoming challenges or practical tactics that can be applied immediately,
Sterling’s keynotes empower retail and CPG professionals to navigate uncertainty and achieve next-level growth. If you want your team to lead with confidence, resilience, and an unbreakable drive for results, book Sterling Hawkins for your next event.
A Leading retail and cpg keynote speaker
Sterling Hawkins is an internationally recognized expert in retail and CPG leadership, empowering organizations to transform and thrive in an ever-evolving marketplace. As a keynote speaker, his presentations highlight the critical role of leadership in driving innovation, customer engagement, and profitability. He emphasizes the importance of fostering trust within teams, enabling them to make bold decisions, navigate rapid change, and collaborate effectively—even in high-pressure, competitive environments.
Trust is the foundation of successful retail and CPG leadership. Sterling teaches leaders how to build a culture of trust that empowers employees and support teams to innovate, adapt, and deliver outstanding results. By cultivating this environment, retail and CPG organizations can enhance teamwork, improve the customer experience, and stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry.
If you’re looking to inspire resilient, adaptive leaders in the retail and CPG sectors, 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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Sterling’s responsiveness and speed were exceptional in working with our short timelines and high-profile event. His tailored content and innovative approach captivated and inspired the audience, leaving a significant impact within our industry.
LINDSEY NADEAU | SENIOR DIRECTOR, EVENTS & MARKETING | NIELSENIQ
Sterling Hawkins' Retail and CPG Keynotes are a key element of the No Matter What Experience—a comprehensive 5-phase program that delivers unparalleled value. This program offers up to 12 weeks of personalized content, leadership tools, and strategies, all customized to align with your organization's specific goals, challenges, and audience needs. Sterling's unique approach ensures your team embarks on a transformative journey that extends far beyond the keynote itself, driving sustained growth and impactful leadership change. No other speaker provides this level of personalized, concierge-level service to ensure long-lasting results and organizational transformation.
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Retail and cpg keynotes
Overcoming Disruption with a No Matter What Mindset
Retail and CPG organizations face an unprecedented convergence of challenges—volatile supply chains, rapid technological shifts, and ever-evolving consumer expectations. In this high-energy keynote, Sterling Hawkins, a 5th-generation retailer and serial entrepreneur, reveals how leaders and teams can transform these disruptions into opportunities for unprecedented growth. Through personal stories, compelling case studies, and practical frameworks, Sterling demonstrates how to rally teams around a powerful vision, adapt to market changes with confidence, and develop an unbreakable mindset that drives results—even in the face of uncertainty. Attendees will leave equipped with actionable strategies to future-proof their organizations, innovate fearlessly, and deliver outstanding customer experiences—no matter what stands in the way.
Why the World’s Top retail and cpg Organizations Hire Sterling for Their Leadership Teams
Sterling Hawkins is trusted by the world’s leading retail and CPG organizations to elevate their leadership teams through his innovative approach to driving growth and resilience in a rapidly changing industry. His ability to inspire, provide actionable strategies, and drive lasting organizational change sets him apart as a premier retail and CPG keynote speaker. Sterling’s proven methods help leaders navigate uncertainty, embrace market disruption, and lead with confidence—making him the go-to choice for companies looking to create agile, future-ready teams.
With custom keynotes tailored to the unique challenges of the retail and CPG industries, Sterling ensures that leadership teams not only learn effective leadership principles but also apply them immediately to boost customer satisfaction, team performance, and innovation. By working with Sterling, retail and CPG organizations gain the tools they need to thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
1. Actionable Retail & CPG Tools, Not Just Inspiration
Sterling provides more than just motivational speeches—he equips retail and CPG leaders and teams with practical, ready-to-implement tools that can be immediately applied to enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and foster innovation in fast-paced, competitive markets.
2. Transforming Retail & CPG Challenges Into Opportunities
Sterling’s approach helps retail and CPG professionals turn challenges—such as supply chain issues, labor shortages, and evolving consumer demands—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 Strategies for Retail & CPG
Every retail and CPG organization faces its own unique set of challenges. Sterling tailors his content to address the specific needs and goals of each team, ensuring that his strategies resonate and deliver real, measurable impact on improving sales, brand loyalty, and operational efficiency.
4. Proven Experience and Real-World Insights
With extensive experience in both retail 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 retail and CPG industries.
5. Building Resilient, Customer-Focused Teams
Sterling’s focus is on cultivating resilient teams that lead with empathy, adaptability, and a customer-centered mindset. His strategies help retail and CPG professionals build high-performing teams that thrive in unpredictable environments, ensuring sustainable success and improved customer satisfaction.
Discover Why Sterling Hawkins is a Game-Changer for Retail & CPG Organizations Worldwide
See how Sterling Hawkins is transforming retail and CPG organizations around the world with his groundbreaking approach to leadership and innovation. From powerful insights to real-world success stories, Sterling’s dynamic speaking style and proven strategies inspire retail and CPG leaders to embrace change, foster innovation, and drive exceptional results in brand growth, operational efficiency, and consumer engagement—no matter the challenges they face. He empowers teams to adapt, overcome adversity, and thrive in an ever-evolving industry, ensuring lasting, meaningful success in every aspect of their work.
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