
Richard J. Bryan
Leadership Keynote Speaker, Business Growth Strategist, and Succession Planning Expert
Author of Handing Over the Reins: A Concise Guide to Succession Planning
Richard J. Bryan is a distinguished Leadership Keynote Speaker, Business Growth Strategist, and Succession Planning Expert with over two decades of experience working alongside business owners and senior leaders. He is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) and a proud member of the National Association of Speakers.
Richard is known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership and succession planning. Having successfully turned around his own century-old, four-generation family business at the age of 28, Richard understands the complexities of managing a business through generational transitions. His insights have helped numerous organizations create robust succession plans, ensuring long-term business continuity and growth.
Through his keynote presentations, Richard shares proven strategies to build strong leadership teams, navigate crisis management, and plan for future transitions. His approach not only helps businesses prepare for succession but also positions them for sustainable success, whether they plan to pass on leadership, sell, or exit strategically.