Rich Bracken: Emotional Intelligence

  • Highlights:
Reading time: 2 min
Reviews: (0 reviews)
  • Travels from: Saint Paul, MN
  • **Fee range: On Request

Keynote Topics

Emotional intelligence has proven to be one of the most critical habits to have for personal and professional success and happiness.

 

It is a daily dance with yourself to manage your emotions and engage with others.

Whether or not you realize it, your emotional intelligence (EQ) plays a critical role in your everyday life.

 

From the moment you wake up until the moment you close your eyes at night, your EQ helps you make decisions that can make or break your day.

Rich Bracken has helped thousands of individuals and companies around the globe create sustainable change through his dynamic in-person and virtual presentations on emotional intelligence.

With the daily push to success, balance, and maintain our mental health, it becomes tricky to keep your feet underneath you.

As an emotional intelligence expert Rich has crafted presentations, through research and data, that discuss how individuals and companies are leveraging this critical skill to withstand any storm that comes their way.

His natural flare for entertainment as a media personality, national touring DJ, and former event planner allows him to bring a different level of entertainment to his content.

Combined with his passion for servant leadership and competitive drive as a former college football player, you are hard pressed to find someone who prioritizes his clients’ happiness, growth, and success as much as he genuinely does.

Rich Bracken focuses his content, thought leadership, and insights through data and research to provide easily understandable and immediately applicable tactics to start the process of sustainable change for individuals and organizations.

Rich Bracken

Additionally, Rich has been honored to serve as a Professor of Leadership and has created countless educational and training videos for companies to use for internal leadership development curriculum.

In addition to speaking and content creation, Rich Bracken is also the founder of RB Consulting, a performance improvement firm focused on coaching and consulting top business leaders, organizations, and celebrities on such initiatives as goal-achievement, personal branding, and presentation effectiveness as a public speaker.

As an emotional intelligence and performance improvement keynote speaker, global media personality, award-winning sales & marketing executive, national columnist, and former national touring DJ, Rich Bracken mixes research and real-world experience with an infectious energy on-stage to help every audience member leave the event better than they came in.

Contact us at Speakers Inc and follow us on Twitter

Videos

Interest to Book? Send us your enquiry

Speaker Contact Form

Enquiry Form

No reviews available for this post.

Was this profile helpful?

Talent FAQ's

Speaker fees can vary depending on factors such as expertise, demand, and event specifics. While some speakers may charge a flat fee for their services, others may have hourly rates. It’s best to discuss fee structures directly with the speaker or their representative to understand the pricing model.

Keynote speeches typically range from 30 to 90 minutes, with the duration determined by the speaker’s expertise, the event’s agenda, and audience preferences. Keynote speeches often include a combination of inspirational stories, practical insights, and actionable advice tailored to the event’s theme or objectives.

The scale of the event and audience size can indeed impact a speaker’s fee. Larger events with a broader reach or higher attendance may command higher fees due to increased exposure and demand. Conversely, smaller events or niche audiences may offer opportunities for more flexible pricing arrangements.

Travel expenses such as transportation, accommodation, and meals are typically negotiated separately from the speaker’s fee. These costs vary depending on the speaker’s location, travel distance, and event duration. It’s important to clarify travel arrangements and expenses during the booking process to avoid misunderstandings.

Many speakers require a deposit to secure a booking, with the remaining balance due closer to the event date. Deposits are often non-refundable and serve as a commitment from both parties. It’s advisable to discuss deposit requirements and payment terms with the speaker or their representative when finalizing the booking.

  • Virtual speaking appearances are a cost-effective alternative to high speaking fees, often 10-50% cheaper than in-person rates.
  • There is typically no difference in fee for a 15-minute speech versus a 60-minute speech.
  • Some motivational speakers are open to discounting their fee if hired for more than one event by the same organization.
  • When browsing speakers, consider their location to keep travel costs down.
  • Personal connections to your organization or event location can increase your chances of securing a renowned speaker.
  • Be upfront about your needs and expectations to ensure a successful partnership.
  • Speaker bureaus like Speakers Inc help guide you through the booking process to negotiate the best deal with favorable terms.

Ready to find the perfect speaker for your event? Use our advanced search feature or contact us to get started today!

View further speakers

  • (27)
speakers inc

Aerial Cube Contortion from Christine Lee has been a professional circus performer and teacher for 15 years, she’s performed internationally and locally here in California. She also works with a troupe of performers and can provide variety entertainment/shows and custom packages. She performs aerial acts (lyra, silks, trapeze, cube, chains, moon etc), ground acts (cube […]

  • Travels from: San Francisco, CA
  • Aerial Performers
  • (30)
Shari Levitin-1

Shari Levitin is a globally recognized sales strategist, tech influencer, and bestselling author who bridges the gap between AI innovation and authentic human connection. With over 160 million views on her transformative, often viral videos, Shari has become a powerful voice for the future of sales, where empathy meets efficiency. Her dynamic approach captivates modern […]

  • Travels from: Salt Lake City, UT
  • Sales Speakers
  • (77)
Inky Johnson - Image 04 (February 12, 2026)

For Inky Johnson, though, the game changed everything. A routine tackle turned into a life-threatening injury, and nothing has been normal for Inky ever since. Not with a paralyzed right arm. Not with daily pain. Not with constant physical challenges. September 9, 2006. It started as a normal college football game in Neyland Stadium. If […]

  • Travels from: Atlanta, GA
  • Motivational Speakers
  • (17)
Katie Sowers

Sowers has held coaching positions as the offensive assistant for the 49ers and training camp coach for the Atlanta Falcons. She started with the Kansas City Chiefs as a top athlete quarterback, then became the athletic director in Kansas City. As a female athlete and an empowered gender equality speaker, Katie Sowers has publicly taken […]

  • Travels from: Santa Clara, CA
  • Sporting Speakers
  • (24)
  • (1)
Eric McElvenny1-2

Eric McElvenny is more than just a speaker; he’s a living testament to resilience, determination, and the power of the human spirit. As a former Marine who served his country with valor, Eric’s journey took an unexpected turn when he was wounded in Afghanistan, resulting in the amputation of his right leg below the knee. […]

  • Travels from: Pittsburgh, PA
  • Motivational Speakers
  • (35)
Sara Dean - Image 02 (January 29, 2026)

Sara Dean is not your average speaker. With over a decade of experience in leadership development, executive coaching, and organizational psychology, Sara brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to her presentations. As the founder of a successful coaching consultancy, Sara has worked with Fortune 500 companies, startups, and nonprofits alike, helping leaders at all […]

  • Travels from: Seattle, WA
  • Leadership Speakers
  • (17)
  • (1)
Melissa Stockwell

Melissa Stockwell may appear to be the quintessential Midwestern All-American girl, but her story goes far beyond the surface. She is an American war hero, a Paralympic medalist, a World Champion, and a beacon of inspiration for countless individuals around the world. Melissa’s journey is one of resilience, determination, and unwavering dedication to turning adversity […]

  • Travels from: Denver, CO
  • Inspirational Speakers
  • (15)
Elatia Abate - Image 03 (January 23, 2026)

Elatia Abate is an entrepreneur with a mission to revolutionize leadership to empower humanity in the Age of AI. Named a Forbes leading female futurist, she is a globally recognized expert on the futures of work and strategy and currently serves as Futurist in Residence for Paylocity. Her Future-Led Leadership learning and development content has […]

  • Travels from: Atlanta, GA
  • Futurists Speakers
Disclaimer
The profiles and images embedded on these pages are from various conference entertainers and other talent.

These remain the property of its owner and are not affiliated with or endorsed by Speakers Inc.

Fee ranges where listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only.

All talent fees exclude VAT, travel and accommodation where required.

Subscribe to our Newsletter and get connected:

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter and stay updated.

We use Brevo as our marketing platform. By submitting this form you agree that the personal data you provided will be transferred to Brevo for processing in accordance with Brevo's Privacy Policy.

Our Mission:

We are your partner creating memorable and engaging experiences that go beyond the event itself.

© All rights reserved 2026.  Designed using Voxel

AI Assistant
Speakers Inc Logo 2024
Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.