Conrad Hawley

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Conrad Hawley is a former Power 5 dual-sport athlete turned nationally trusted speaker who teaches students, teams, and organizations how to transform struggle into strength, selfishness into service, and potential into purpose. His message is fast-paced, relatable, and deeply personal—challenging audiences to level up their habits, lead with character, and realize that who they become matters more than what they achieve.

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Conrad Hawley is a former dual-sport Power Five athlete whose journey from a self-focused quarterback to a selfless, team-driven basketball player reshaped his life and purpose. After moving to Colorado and working 65-hour weeks to rebuild his identity, Conrad discovered the power of discipline, humility, and servant leadership—principles that now define his message.

Today, Conrad is a national motivational speaker who has inspired Power Five football programs, Fortune 500 companies, annual business conferences, schools, and entire communities. His talks blend raw personal experience with practical frameworks that teach people how to lead with purpose, elevate their habits, and become the strongest version of themselves for their teams, families, and future. Audiences consistently describe his message as energizing, authentic, and deeply transformative

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C.E.O. Leadership Lessons by Conrad Hawley

I deliver a powerful message on my journey from all star QB, to pool cleaner and bus boy, to end of the bench C.E.O. at Iowa State men’s basketball, where it was my job to serve my teammates and bring energy to the group daily. I offer leadership lessons, daily habits that allow us to take control of our lives, mechanics on how elite teams work, and calls to action on how the audience can create their own purpose statement.

My speech is a high-energy, story-driven message that takes audiences through my journey from a dual sport Power 5 athlete to a purpose-centered leader, showing them how mindset, habits, and selfless leadership can radically transform a life. I use real experiences, practical tools, and powerful moments to help people see that they matter, they have more potential than they realize, and they have the responsibility to use it. Whether it’s students, teams, or entire organizations, my message gives people the confidence, clarity, and motivation to grow, lead, and live with purpose long after I leave the stage.

Testimonials

Director of Sports Performance (FB) at KU
“We were fortunate to have Conrad spend an afternoon with us here at Kansas and speak to our leadership council. His message about leadership, self-discipline, and being a great teammate resonated perfectly with our young men. Conrad did an outstanding job of sharing a message that we try to send daily, but he did it in an extremely relatable and digestible way for our young men. I look forward to bringing him back very soon to speak with our team again!”
Director, Des Moines Parks and Recreation
"Conrad Hawley’s message about counting the wins daily truly resonated with our Des Moines Parks and Recreation team. His authenticity, energy, and life journey inspired us to reflect on our own purpose and find gratitude in the work we do every day for our community. Our team is committed to learning from great leaders like Conrad, and we’re already reaping the rewards of his impactful presentation."
Community Leader of Jesup, Iowa
"Conrad's presentation was nothing short of extraordinary. His message blended authenticity, humility, and powerful life lessons in a way that truly resonated with everyone in the room. He didn’t just speak—he connected. His ability to share his story with vulnerability and strength inspired us to reflect on our own journeys. The energy, the emotion, and the real-world wisdom he brought left a lasting impact on the adults and the athletes in attendance. You could feel the shift in the room as people leaned in—not just to listen, but to learn and grow. Conrad doesn’t just deliver a talk; he delivers a transformative experience."
IBA Event Professional
"Conrad Hawley was an outstanding speaker for our Next Gen audience. His energy was contagious, his message was motivating, and he immediately connected with attendees. The audience was fully engaged and responded incredibly well to his insights and enthusiasm. From a planner’s perspective, Conrad was an absolute joy to work with—professional, flexible, and genuinely invested in delivering a great experience. We would welcome the opportunity to work with him again and highly recommend him to any organization looking to inspire their audience."
CIO Mary Greeley
“Conrad delivered an inspiring and action-oriented message to our IT teams at Mary Greeley. His emphasis on personal accountability, discipline, and the ‘We before Me’ team-oriented mindset resonated deeply. Conrad challenged us to move beyond pointing out and talking about problems and instead take decisive action, reinforcing that elite teams thrive on commitment and execution. It was a great shot in the arm on how to perform with faith, determination, and resiliency. His practical insights on discipline, teamwork, and ownership left a lasting impact on our organization. I highly recommend Conrad for any group that wants to raise their level of performance!”
President of ISU IFC
"I could not speak higher of Conrad or the time he spent with our men. Coming in, we were all familiar with his work on the basketball team but I had little appreciation for his message or strength as a speaker. He was incredibly engaging; He balanced the line perfectly so he could convey important points while keeping the room laughing. His message was universally beneficial for everyone in attendance, so much so that I’ve had multiple people quote Conrad to me since he left. He is a great man, an excellent speaker and I could not recommend him higher. He was easily among the best speakers we had this year."
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