Keynote speaker

Richard Hoag is founder, president and CEO of FIRST Professional Resources, Inc., a management advisory and consulting firm focused on Rapid Improvement and Equity Creation for companies and their key people. A dynamic and entertaining speaker, he specializes in how to use Change to your advantage, Persuasive Communication to Achieve all your goals, Personal Accountability and the Power of the Human Element in Achieving enduring Success. Relying on his experience as a successful lawyer, entrepreneur and coach/trainer, Richard has developed a number of unique, insightful and practical approaches to the business and personal interactions that define and sustain excellence in sales, management, negotiation and relationship management. As the originator of his company's signature FIRST Method® Workshops, he has earned a reputation as a new breed of visionary, who illuminates career, and life-changing techniques to meet the challenges of 21st century life and business. Richard specifically tailors his message to his audience’s needs and expectations. He is available to speak at national and local events, conferences, and meetings; to lead CEO and corporate retreats and to facilitate executive roundtables and symposia.