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Inspiration that Drives Action. Clarity that Lasts.
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Trevor Calton helps companies and individuals unlock meaningful career momentum and leadership clarity.
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Many corporate speakers inspire. But few actually change how people think, or what they do next. Trevor bridges the gap between inspiration and action.
With 25+ years of experience in leadership, coaching, and transformational education, he doesnât just give talks. He delivers frameworks that spark insight, rebuild confidence, and create forward motion across teams and organizations.
From career development to modern leadership, Trevor's work leaves people saying: "That was different. That actually helped."
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Signature Talks
Trevorâs talks are built around a central idea:Â Career growth isnât about job titles. Itâs about designing a system that fits who you are.
1. Career Building from the Inside Out
How to Stop Drifting and Design Work That Fits
Best for: Employee experience events, career development programs, HR leadership series
Most people build their careers backwards. They chase job titles instead of designing lives. This talk breaks that cycle and equips people and teams to reframe their strengths, reset their direction, and build a path forward from the inside out.
2. You Are Not What You Do
Rethinking Identity, Burnout, and Performance
Best for: Leadership offsites, DEI sessions, organizational retreats
When your work becomes your identity, burnout isn't far behind. This talk explores how to separate self-worth from job performanceâand why doing so actually boosts engagement, resilience, and results.
3. Why Your People Feel Stuck
And What to Do About It
Best for: People managers, culture leaders, team development
It's not always about pay. Often, employees feel stagnant because they don't see a path forward. This high-impact talk gives managers and teams a shared language to reignite career momentum and support internal growth.
4. From Confused to Engaged
The Invisible Systems Behind Employee Motivation
Best for: Corporate leadership programs, onboarding innovation, internal training
True engagement doesn't come from rah-rah speeches or Friday pizza. It comes from internal alignment. This session uncovers the unseen systems that drive behavior, and how leaders can activate them without manipulation or fluff.

Why Book Trevor
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âď¸ Engaging delivery that resonates across all levels
âď¸ Tactical frameworks people can apply immediately
âď¸ Safe, real conversation around hard career truths
âď¸ Cross-functional relevance (career, leadership, retention)
âď¸ Lasting clarity that sparks movement without hype
âď¸Â Enhanced culture through engagement and motivation
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Book Trevor to SpeakAudience Praise
"Trevor is truly one of the best individuals I have had the pleasure to work with. When asked to speak at our graduation ceremony, he stepped up and delivered an inspiring speech about perseverance and commitment. He has been and continues to be a resource to our students and our community."
â Josh L.
Director of Student Success Programs
"As a fellow Board member, his powerful mission-oriented public speaking & storytelling, innovative partnership programs, and professional networking and fundraising, Trevor is an innovative thinker and highly committed individual you can rely on."
â Steven G.
Chairman of Board of Directors, NAFY
"Trevor is a dynamic speaker and his presentations are always enthusiastically received. He has an honest communication style that truly connects with our program participants."
â David B.
Business Development Liason
"Trevor is a remarkable communicator who is skilled at connecting with everyone. He is able to share knowledge in a clear, concise, and effective way that engages and empowers the people around him."
â Angela P.
Development & Communications Coordinator
âTrevor is down-to-earth, approachable, and charismatic, while always conducting himself in a professional, trustworthy manner. I will continue to work with him long into the future, and consider him to be an extremely reliable resource I can offer to my network of friends, family and clientele.â
â Allisen L.
Director of Marketing
"Trevor has a tremendous ability to clearly articulate his perspective and communicate the strengths and weaknesses that are presented. I have been impressed with his ability to quickly build rapport with other industry professionals"
â Seth H.
Commercial Relationship Manager
Who Trevor Works With
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Corporations and fast-growing teams
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Operations, L&D, and HR leaders
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Universities and professional programs
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Career and leadership development events
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Organizational retreats, summits, and offsites
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Trevor is available for keynotes, workshops, webinars, and corporate leadership sessions.
 Location: Based in Portland, Oregon | Available for events nationwide or online
Give your people the clarity, mindset, and momentum they need, from the inside out.
Book Trevor to SpeakCustom Leadership Experiences
Want more than a talk? Trevor partners with teams to create:
- Leadership sprints (90-day team clarity accelerators)
- Career growth intensives (live or hybrid)
- Internal coaching and train-the-trainer models
- Custom workshops for managers and high-potentials
Available for select organizations upon inquiry.
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