Transformative Leadership Insights from NASA’s Trusted Culture Expert
Drive Organizational Change with Dr. Phillip Meade’s Science-Based, Actionable Talks on Leadership, Culture, and Strategic Alignment
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Why Dr. Phillip Meade Is the Keynote You Need
The best organizations today align leadership, culture, and strategy. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Phillip Meade— who most notably led NASA through its pivotal cultural transformation after the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster—brings actionable insights on building high-performing, resilient teams.
In today’s fast-paced world, leaders must understand that there are no “quick fixes.” Dr. Meade challenges organizations to look beyond surface-level solutions. His guidance empowers leaders to align culture with long-term strategic vision, driving real and lasting change.
Signature Talks & Custom Presentations
Dr. Meade’s keynotes and presentations are designed to meet the unique needs of your event, whether you’re looking to inspire leadership teams or dive deep into culture transformation and strategic alignment. Dr. Meade is also available for on-demand speaking, offering his signature talks to deliver immediate, actionable insights that create lasting impact.
Target Audiences:
C-suite leaders, senior executives, and strategy officers navigating organizational change and growth.
Organizational leaders and transformation consultants focused on culture building and leadership development.
High-level teams driving sustainable business performance.
Three Talks to Choose From
Why A Good Culture Doesn't Matter - The Missing Links:
Most CEOs are no strangers to success—but what if a hidden cultural fault line has the power to derail everything? That’s exactly what NASA faced before the Space Shuttle Columbia tragedy. In this riveting, behind-closed-doors talk, Dr. Phillip Meade—who directed the post-accident cultural transformation at NASA—reveals how even the brightest teams can overlook invisible risks. By shining a light on the lesser-known stories from Columbia’s aftermath, Dr. Meade challenges executives to reimagine their own organizational culture and retool it for sustainable, high-trust performance.
In today's AI-driven world, it's crucial to remember that while technology can support operations, it cannot manage the human elements that make up your culture—that requires authentic leadership and intentional development.
Attendees will:
-Modernize their definition of culture, drawing on the latest insights from behavioral science.
-Mature their awareness of where they really stand, illustrated by untold stories of the Columbia accident.
-Mobilize immediate action with a quick assessment that pinpoints next steps for tangible, culture-driven results.
Perfect for executive groups seeking a fresh perspective, this interactive talk uncovers how leaders can go beyond surface-level wins to cultivate a high-trust, high-performance environment—one that’s resilient in times of crisis and primed for long-term success.
Participants are challenged to build a personal plan for a corporate culture that is designed specifically for their unique needs. By the end of this interactive session, you’ll leave with a precise understanding of where your culture truly stands—and how to move it forward.
Succeeding at Transformational Change:
In an era where AI promises revolutionary efficiency and many companies have mastered operational excellence, why do 70% of transformation initiatives still fail? The answer lies not in your systems or your technology, but in the complex human dynamics that drive organizational change.
Drawing from his experience leading numerous large-scale transformations, Dr. Phillip Meade reveals why even the most sophisticated organizations struggle with transformational change—and more importantly, how to overcome these challenges. Through compelling stories and evidence-based insights, Dr. Meade demonstrates how to align your EOS implementation with deeper cultural transformation without over relying on AI tools for success.
Key Takeaways:
-Understand why excellent systems and cutting-edge technology aren't enough to drive lasting change
-Learn how to integrate cultural transformation with your EOS journey for sustainable results
-Discover the critical human elements that AI can't manage—and how to develop them intentionally
-Master the art of leading change that sticks, even in resistant organizations
-Identify the hidden barriers that could derail your transformation efforts
Through interactive exercises and real-world applications, participants will gain practical tools for leading transformational change that goes beyond surface-level improvements. Dr. Meade's unique approach combines a systems view of the organization with deep cultural development, creating a framework for change that leverages technology while honoring the fundamentally human nature of organizational transformation.
Don't just manage change—master it. Join Dr. Meade to discover how to create lasting transformation that stands the test of time, technology, and human complexity.
Leading from the Inside Out:
In a world obsessed with external solutions—where EOS promises operational clarity and AI offers unprecedented efficiency—why do even well-structured organizations still struggle? Because lasting success begins where technology and systems can't reach: inside the leader.
Drawing from his transformative work at NASA and decades of executive coaching, Dr. Phillip Meade reveals why authentic leadership from the inside out is the critical foundation that determines whether your EOS implementation will soar or stall, and whether your AI initiatives will enhance or erode your culture.
Through compelling stories from the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster and beyond, Dr. Meade demonstrates how leadership blind spots can undermine even the most sophisticated systems and technologies. More importantly, he shows how internal leadership development creates the essential foundation for all other organizational initiatives to succeed.
Key Insights:
-Why lasting business success depends on leaders' internal development
-How AI supports—but can't replace—authentic leadership
-The hidden ways unexamined leadership patterns sabotage success
-The critical connection between self-awareness and organizational effectiveness
-How to build the internal foundation that all external success requires
Through interactive exercises and real-time application, participants will discover how their internal leadership landscape shapes every aspect of their organization. Dr. Meade's unique approach combines deep personal insight with practical business application, creating a framework for leadership that enhances rather than competes with your existing systems and technology.
Stop searching for external solutions to internal challenges. Join Dr. Meade to discover how leading from the inside out creates the essential foundation for all organizational success.
Remember: Your organization will never outperform its leadership. Invest in the foundation that makes everything else possible.
Why A Good Culture Doesn't Matter - The Missing Links:
Most CEOs are no strangers to success—but what if a hidden cultural fault line has the power to derail everything? That’s exactly what NASA faced before the Space Shuttle Columbia tragedy. In this riveting, behind-closed-doors talk, Dr. Phillip Meade—who directed the post-accident cultural transformation at NASA—reveals how even the brightest teams can overlook invisible risks. By shining a light on the lesser-known stories from Columbia’s aftermath, Dr. Meade challenges executives to reimagine their own organizational culture and retool it for sustainable, high-trust performance.
In today's AI-driven world, it's crucial to remember that while technology can support operations, it cannot manage the human elements that make up your culture—that requires authentic leadership and intentional development.
Attendees will:
-Modernize their definition of culture, drawing on the latest insights from behavioral science.
-Mature their awareness of where they really stand, illustrated by untold stories of the Columbia accident.
-Mobilize immediate action with a quick assessment that pinpoints next steps for tangible, culture-driven results.
Perfect for executive groups seeking a fresh perspective, this interactive talk uncovers how leaders can go beyond surface-level wins to cultivate a high-trust, high-performance environment—one that’s resilient in times of crisis and primed for long-term success.
Participants are challenged to build a personal plan for a corporate culture that is designed specifically for their unique needs. By the end of this interactive session, you’ll leave with a precise understanding of where your culture truly stands—and how to move it forward.
Succeeding at Transformational Change:
In an era where AI promises revolutionary efficiency and many companies have mastered operational excellence, why do 70% of transformation initiatives still fail? The answer lies not in your systems or your technology, but in the complex human dynamics that drive organizational change.
Drawing from his experience leading numerous large-scale transformations, Dr. Phillip Meade reveals why even the most sophisticated organizations struggle with transformational change—and more importantly, how to overcome these challenges.
Through compelling stories and evidence-based insights, Dr. Meade demonstrates how to align your EOS implementation with deeper cultural transformation without over relying on AI tools for success.
Key Takeaways:
-Understand why excellent systems and cutting-edge technology aren't enough to drive lasting change
-Learn how to integrate cultural transformation with your EOS journey for sustainable results
-Discover the critical human elements that AI can't manage—and how to develop them intentionally
-Master the art of leading change that sticks, even in resistant organizations
-Identify the hidden barriers that could derail your transformation efforts
Through interactive exercises and real-world applications, participants will gain practical tools for leading transformational change that goes beyond surface-level improvements. Dr. Meade's unique approach combines a systems view of the organization with deep cultural development, creating a framework for change that leverages technology while honoring the fundamentally human nature of organizational transformation.
Don't just manage change—master it. Join Dr. Meade to discover how to create lasting transformation that stands the test of time, technology, and human complexity.
Leading From the Inside Out:
In a world obsessed with external solutions—where EOS promises operational clarity and AI offers unprecedented efficiency—why do even well-structured organizations still struggle? Because lasting success begins where technology and systems can't reach: inside the leader.
Drawing from his transformative work at NASA and decades of executive coaching, Dr. Phillip Meade reveals why authentic leadership from the inside out is the critical foundation that determines whether your EOS implementation will soar or stall, and whether your AI initiatives will enhance or erode your culture.
Through compelling stories from the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster and beyond, Dr. Meade demonstrates how leadership blind spots can undermine even the most sophisticated systems and technologies. More importantly, he shows how internal leadership development creates the essential foundation for all other organizational initiatives to succeed.
Key Insights:
-Why lasting business success depends on leaders' internal development
-How AI supports—but can't replace—authentic leadership
-The hidden ways unexamined leadership patterns sabotage success
-The critical connection between self-awareness and organizational effectiveness
-How to build the internal foundation that all external success requires
Through interactive exercises and real-time application, participants will discover how their internal leadership landscape shapes every aspect of their organization. Dr. Meade's unique approach combines deep personal insight with practical business application, creating a framework for leadership that enhances rather than competes with your existing systems and technology.
Stop searching for external solutions to internal challenges. Join Dr. Meade to discover how leading from the inside out creates the essential foundation for all organizational success.
Remember: Your organization will never outperform its leadership. Invest in the foundation that makes everything else possible.
Expertise – The Mind Behind NASA’s Cultural Turnaround
Dr. Phillip T. Meade is a transformational leadership expert with over 30 years of experience in systems design and culture change. As a senior leader at NASA, he led the cultural transformation following the Columbia tragedy, guided the workforce transition during the Space Shuttle retirement, and helped reinvent Kennedy Space Center into the world’s busiest commercial spaceport. Now a consultant and keynote speaker, Dr. Meade helps organizations navigate complexity, drive cultural shifts, and build high-performance systems from the inside out.
Philosophy:
Rooted in evidence-based, strategic systems thinking, Dr. Meade delivers practical change management solutions designed for sustainable growth and high performance.
Industries Served:
Dr. Meade has worked with Fortune 500 companies, high-growth tech firms, and international consulting groups, transforming leadership teams and driving measurable results.
See Dr. Meade in Action
Watch Dr. Meade’s speaker reel and experience how he brings complex topics to life with clarity and purpose. Get a preview of the powerful, transformative impact he can bring to your event.
What Event Planners Are Saying
Dr. Phillip Meade will completely blow you away while challenging your beliefs on the importance of having a “real” great company culture. From his experience at NASA, he will walk you through some self-evaluation, enabling you to critically evaluate your company culture by asking, “is it really as great as I think it is, and are we performing at our best levels?” He really gripped the attention of my CEO group and left us thinking about specific actions we all needed to take to improve our organizations as business leaders. Having him speak to business leaders is an important decision for your organization’s success.
— Jaime “Jim” Hernandez, Vistage Chair
Speaking Formats Available
Keynotes:
Full-session presentations designed to inspire and challenge senior leaders.
Breakout Sessions:
Deep-dive workshops that equip teams to immediately implement Dr. Meade’s frameworks.
Community Building & Panels: Facilitate transformative discussions that connect leaders and foster collaboration toward actionable outcomes.
Dr. Meade’s Expertise
Leadership & Organizational Culture: Aligning mission-driven organizations for high performance.
Transformative Change: Practical tools for navigating complex change initiatives.
Systems Thinking & Strategic Leadership: Integrating behavioral science into decision-making for long-term success.
Ready to Book Dr. Meade for Your Event?
Let’s Talk! Book a call with Dr. Meade’s team to discuss how he can elevate your event with transformative leadership insights.
STILL NOT SURE?
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? You're in the right place!
Question 1: What makes Dr. Meade different from other leadership speakers?
Dr. Meade’s experience leading NASA’s cultural transformation, combined with his evidence-based approach, sets his talks apart. His insights don’t just inspire—they drive meaningful, actionable change in high-stakes environments.
Question 2: What type of events is Dr. Meade best suited for?
Dr. Meade excels at keynotes and breakout sessions for senior leadership teams, C-suite executives, and organizations undergoing large-scale cultural and strategic shifts. His talks are designed to meet the needs of those driving transformation in complex environments.
Question 3: How can I have Dr. Meade speak pro bono at my nonprofit community event?
Dr. Meade is committed to elevating Central Florida’s leaders and dedicates a portion of his time each year to pro bono talks at local events. To inquire, simply submit the form with your event details, and Dr. Meade will personally respond within 48 hours.
Question 4: What kind of nonprofit community events is Dr. Meade an ideal speaker for?
Dr. Meade thrives in environments where leaders and influencers come together to drive culture, organizational development, and strategic alignment. His talks inspire and equip audiences with actionable, transformative insights, especially for events focused on Central Florida’s growth and leadership development.
Question 5: What are Dr. Meade's speaker fees?
Dr. Meade offers a flexible pricing structure to fit most event budgets. Travel and transportation fees are separate. For a personalized quote, please submit the inquiry form with your event details, and Dr. Meade will respond directly within 48 hours.
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