Workplace Communication & Change Management Keynote Speaker | Thor Uram

“Your leadership is only as strong as your retention.”

I help companies and organizations inoculate against runaway turnover, attrition, lackluster employee engagement, bitter workplace culture and plunging morale by showing their leadership teams how to master the art of emotionally-regulated communication.

Keynote Speaker Thor Uram’s Most Popular Speaking Topics

Change often happens without our permission. We can shake our fists and yell into the headwinds, or we can find the strength and the resilience to take hold of the wheel and lead with courage, confidence and composure.

In this compelling keynote address, Thor encourages organizations to unlock their extraordinary potential by cultivating resilience in the face of adversity and the unknown. Set against the backdrop of his own personal journey of resourcefulness and adaptability, Thor inspires leaders to embrace uncertainty with courage and determination, transforming challenges into opportunities for growth.

You’ve wooed them. You’ve wowed them. You’ve won them over. You’ve given them everything they need to succeed. And now they want to leave…

In this straightforward and powerful keynote address, Thor holds nothing back in his examination of what’s really going on when it comes to your top-talent retention and attrition issues. Learn how allowing your communication style to naturally mature – without having to make hollow promises or overdoing the coddlefest – will provide the lasting commitment you’ve been after all along.

An equanimous communication style is ideal. Achieving this takes discipline. How can we build a calm, composed and emotionally-balanced conversational style that sticks?

In this truly unique keynote address, Thor shows you how to take the rough edges off your communication style by creating emotionally favorable speaking “hobbits” – his word for merging habits with hobbies. Learn how to combine empathy, situational awareness, simple chatter reducing techniques and disciplined routines to transform your communication style into one of calmness, restraint and masterful composure.

About Thor Uram

Workplace Communication and Change Management Keynote Speaker Thor Uram spent the majority of his life focused on the singular goal of becoming a published writer. When he was diagnosed with an incurable neurological illness that damaged his ability to create, a great contempt for life took over. Thor became nihilistic and mistrusting, and not very pleasant to be around at all. He began to say things he didn’t mean, to do things that could not be undone. He was emotionally dysregulated and expressing himself purely through the filters of his primal programming. It wasn’t long before Thor found himself in a graveyard of broken relationships, both personal and professional. He fell into a downward spiral that nearly ended his life.

On the cusp of completely tearing his family apart, Thor abandoned the antidepressants and the pain pills to look elsewhere for genuine healing. He found the answers he had been looking for in the form of self work, meditation, neuroscience and quantum cognition theory, which he used to form the backbone of his TILT (trauma-informed leadership training) methodology. His training brand REGULATE teachers apex leaders how to take an active role in monitoring, managing and controlling their emotional responses to elevated forms of stress.

Thor now spends the majority of his personal time speaking to audiences of all ages and environments about the hazards of emotional dysregulation, his newfound joy and love and respect for not only his own life but for those of all his fellow humans, and the transformative power of remaining calm, accepting, empathetic and most importantly — emotionally regulated when communicating with others.

Hiring Thor As A Keynote Speaker For Your Event

I initially like to meet with people via Zoom. This allows me to both see and hear the people I’m going to be speaking for. It also provides me an opportunity to get a feel for my audience so that expectations are clear. Calls are always pleasant and relaxed; no sales pressure whatsoever. I’ve found that a quick and efficient 15-minute call fulfills this quite adequately.

Every keynote I deliver is uniquely crafted to fit the client’s needs. The process begins with a consultation (included in the talk’s price) where we review a brief data collection form. This helps me understand the audience, the key takeaways the client wants to emphasize, and any specific points they’d like addressed. Using these insights, I create a one-of-a-kind keynote that delivers lasting impact.

I deliver high-impact keynote talks with the same energy and engagement, whether in person or virtual. My approach is fully adaptable to the event format, ensuring a seamless experience for any audience. Whether on stage or through a screen, I create an interactive and compelling presentation that keeps attendees engaged and inspired. From live events to webinars and hybrid setups, I tailor my delivery to maximize impact, no matter the setting.

Frequently Asked Questions

If your audience is filled with leadership professionals navigating workplace cultural challenges such as morale, retention, attrition, leadership perception or organizational change, a keynote on leadership communication, building discipline, or change management can be a powerful addition to your event. A great speaker equips leadership teams with practical tools to communicate, collaborate, and lead more effectively, ensuring a lasting transformation.

Topics typically include emotional intelligence, leadership under pressure, conflict resolution, navigating change, employee engagement, and building resilience. Each keynote is tailored to address the unique needs of your audience, ensuring relevant and actionable insights.

Absolutely. Whether in person or virtual, I deliver high-energy and engaging keynotes custom designed to set the tone for your event. When speaking on virtual platforms, I tailor my approach to ensure a smooth and impactful experience for all attendees.

Look for a speaker with proven expertise, strong client testimonials, and a track record of engaging audiences. I offer consultations to ensure my approach aligns with your goals, delivering a high-value, results-driven experience.

Pricing varies based on event type, duration, and customization needs. Contact me for a consultation, and we can discuss a package that fits your budget and objectives.

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