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Empowering audiences through impactful speaking engagements that drive change and inspire action.

Trusted by top brands across various industries

Trusted by top brands across various industries

  • OUR APPROACH

Transforming Audiences Through Engaging Experiences

Ricky captivates audiences with a unique blend of storytelling and actionable insights. Experience a fresh perspective that resonates and inspires.

Innovative Approach

Engaging presentations that spark conversation and drive meaningful change.

Tailored Solutions

Customized content designed to meet your audience’s specific needs and interests.

  • OUR TOPICS

7 Inspiring Signature Talks

Explore Rickys dynamic speaking topics designed to inspire and inform. Each session is tailored to meet the unique needs of your audience.

Resilience Ready

In a world of daily challenges, the term “resilience” is common. But do you truly understand it? In “Resilience Ready,” Ricky shares his 23-year wrongful conviction story and reveals five keys to activating resilience, helping you learn to activate yours.

The Power of One: Leading With Courage & Passion

One judge. One decision. One life forever changed. In this signature keynote, Ricky Kidd challenges leaders and teams to recognize their power to influence outcomes, inspire change, and lead boldly—because lasting impact starts with one.

The Anatomy of Great Team Building & Leadership

Great teams achieve significant accomplishments by working together towards a common goal. In this talk, Ricky shares the art of team building.

DEI: The Commonality in Our Differences

We see our differences, but we share more in common. DEI recognizes similarities, helping us set aside differences. Ricky Kidd’s case shows the power of equality, leading to better outcomes.

The Miracle of Reconciliation & Forgiveness

Forgiving is hard. Ricky Kidd shares his story of wrongful imprisonment for 23 years. He reconciled with the prosecutor, showing forgiveness inspires healing.

Standing in Your Greatness

Before the world applauds greatness, it must first be claimed. Through his powerful personal story, Ricky Kidd inspires audiences to step fully into their potential and believe in their greatness long before recognition ever arrives.

Leaders Who Lead Versus Leaders Who Follow

Leadership shapes outcomes—for better or worse. Drawing from his 23-year wrongful incarceration, Ricky Kidd reveals how leadership decisions can destroy lives or restore them. This powerful talk challenges audiences to lead boldly instead of simply following.

  • BENEFIT

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Audience Connection

Foster a deeper connection between your audience and the content presented.

Key Takeaways

Equip attendees with practical tools to implement immediately in their lives.

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  • OUR PACKAGES

Ricky Kidd Speaking & Training Packages

Ricky Kidd delivers transformative keynotes and corporate training programs that inspire resilience, develop leaders, and build stronger teams. Below are standard investment packages designed for organizations seeking measurable impact and cultural change.

Keynote Address

A powerful keynote designed to inspire and energize audiences with Ricky Kidd’s remarkable story and practical lessons on resilience, leadership, and overcoming adversity.

Investment

$15,000

45–60 minutes

Half-Day Training Workshop

An interactive training session that combines practical strategies, group exercises, and facilitated discussion. Designed to strengthen communication, leadership, resilience, and teamwork.

Investment

$20,000–$25,000

3–4 hours

Full-Day Training Workshop

A deep-dive training program that equips leaders and teams with actionable frameworks, personalized strategies, and hands-on practice to transform organizational culture and performance.

Investment

$30,000–$35,000

6–7 hours

Keynote + Training Bundle

Book a keynote alongside a half-day or full-day workshop to maximize impact and create a blended experience of inspiration and skill-building for your organization.

Investment

Starting at

$35,000

Additional Notes
  • All packages can be tailored to fit organizational needs.
  • Travel expenses may apply for events outside Kansas City.
  • Discounts may be available for multi-event or annual partnerships.

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After 23 years wrongly imprisoned, Ricky Kidd is free -- and using his voice

The exoneration of Ricky Kidd, a wrongly convicted man in Missouri who spent more than two decades in prison, highlights major problems with U.S. criminal justice. As covered in our Broken Justice podcast, Kidd was freed largely due to pro bono legal efforts. Kidd and attorney Sean O’Brien join Amna Nawaz to discuss the overburdened public defender system and how Kidd is turning anger to action.

After 23 years wrongly imprisoned, Ricky Kidd is free -- and using his voice

The exoneration of Ricky Kidd, a wrongly convicted man in Missouri who spent more than two decades in prison, highlights major problems with U.S. criminal justice. As covered in our Broken Justice podcast, Kidd was freed largely due to pro bono legal efforts. Kidd and attorney Sean O’Brien join Amna Nawaz to discuss the overburdened public defender system and how Kidd is turning anger to action.

After 23 years wrongly imprisoned, Ricky Kidd is free -- and using his voice

The exoneration of Ricky Kidd, a wrongly convicted man in Missouri who spent more than two decades in prison, highlights major problems with U.S. criminal justice. As covered in our Broken Justice podcast, Kidd was freed largely due to pro bono legal efforts. Kidd and attorney Sean O’Brien join Amna Nawaz to discuss the overburdened public defender system and how Kidd is turning anger to action.

After 23 years wrongly imprisoned, Ricky Kidd is free -- and using his voice

The exoneration of Ricky Kidd, a wrongly convicted man in Missouri who spent more than two decades in prison, highlights major problems with U.S. criminal justice. As covered in our Broken Justice podcast, Kidd was freed largely due to pro bono legal efforts. Kidd and attorney Sean O’Brien join Amna Nawaz to discuss the overburdened public defender system and how Kidd is turning anger to action.

After 23 years wrongly imprisoned, Ricky Kidd is free -- and using his voice

The exoneration of Ricky Kidd, a wrongly convicted man in Missouri who spent more than two decades in prison, highlights major problems with U.S. criminal justice. As covered in our Broken Justice podcast, Kidd was freed largely due to pro bono legal efforts. Kidd and attorney Sean O’Brien join Amna Nawaz to discuss the overburdened public defender system and how Kidd is turning anger to action.