Jim Sullivan

Jim Sullivan

Keynote Speaker: CEO of Sullivision.com, Hospitality & Retail Expert, Best-Selling Author

Jim Sullivan Biography

Jim Sullivan, CEO and Founder of Sullivision.com, has accumulated over three decades of experience in the hospitality and retail industries, enhancing his reputation as a dynamic leader and innovator. He has worked with significant companies such as Walt Disney Company, Brinker International, Chipotle, Panera Bread, McDonald's, and Starbucks. Renowned for his expertise in crafting successful leadership, sales, marketing, and customer service programs, Sullivan focuses on achieving customized results that reflect each company's goals, culture, and mission.

Sullivan is the author of several influential books, including the best-seller "MultiUnit Leadership: The 7 Stages of Building High-Performing Partnerships and Teams" and "Fundamentals: 9 Ways to Be Brilliant at the Basics," which have collectively sold over 400,000 copies globally. His training materials, including DVDs like "Jumpstart! The Art of Effective Pre-Shift Meetings" and "The Shift," are utilized in over 30,000 companies worldwide. His work extends to academia as a visiting professor at respected institutions such as Penn State University, Purdue, the University of Delaware, Cal Poly, and the Culinary Institute of America.

Sullivan's insights and methodologies are regularly featured across major media platforms including CNN, NBC, ABC, Fox News, BBC, and the Food Network, and in prominent publications like the Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, Fast Company, and Nation's Restaurant News. An influential columnist, his perspectives enrich the industry discourse, particularly in areas such as leadership, performance, and profitability. With a reach extending to over 750,000 professionals through his books, columns, and presentations, Sullivan continues to be a pivotal figure in shaping the operational excellence and leadership strategies in the global foodservice and retail sectors.

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Jim Sullivan Speaking Topics

Execution: What the Best Teams Do to Get the Job Done Every Shift, Every Day

It is no harder to achieve something great than it is to achieve something good. This presentation examines why some teams outperform others doing the exact same work, and how to transform quarterly goals into daily results. We detail best practices and the roles that Focus, Accountability and Training play in attaining goals and fostering habitually consistent behavior.

Multiunit Leadership: The 7 Stages of Building High-Performing Partnerships and Teams

This program is based on the best-selling 2010 book and research from over 3000 Area Managers, multiunit franchisees and Regional Directors. Your audience will learn the 7 stages of leadership development of successful multiunit operators, how to effectively manage multiple priorities, how to conduct high-impact unit visits and evolve from “inspecting units” to building strong teams and future leaders.

Fundamentals: the 10 Best Practices of High-Performing Operators, Franchisees and GMs

In this workshop your team will learn the best new ways to increase sales, improve service, reduce costs, hire smarter, build stronger teams, improve retention, market without advertising, measurably improve the leadership skills of your managers, and teach and inspire the iPod Generation team member to go from good to great. Full of specific “how-to’s” and examples, not theory.

Jim Sullivan Videos

Sullivision Lessons in Leadership: The Best Leaders are Problem Givers
Sullivision Lessons in Leadership: The 4 Types of Employee Applicants
Sullivision Lessons in Leadership: Addressing 800 lb Gorilla

How do I book Jim Sullivan to speak at my event?

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How much does it cost to book Jim Sullivan for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Jim Sullivan, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jim Sullivan are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jim Sullivan, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Jim Sullivan speak about?

Jim Sullivan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Business Growth, Corporate Culture, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Leadership, College, Empowerment, Motivational, Inspirational, Personal Growth, Business Leadership, Change Management, Marketing, Sales, Consulting, Economy and Finance.

Where does Jim Sullivan travel from?

Jim Sullivan generally travels from Wisconsin, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Jim Sullivan?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jim Sullivan for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jim Sullivan for your next private or corporate function.

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Jim Sullivan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Business Growth and Corporate Culture. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jim Sullivan for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Jim Sullivan generally travels from Wisconsin, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Doug Lipp, Michael Bergdahl and Peter Guber. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jim Sullivan for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 05/11/2024.

Jim Sullivan Speaking Topics

  • Execution: What the Best Teams Do to Get the Job Done Every Shift, Every Day

    It is no harder to achieve something great than it is to achieve something good. This presentation examines why some teams outperform others doing the exact same work, and how to transform quarterly goals into daily results. We detail best practices and the roles that Focus, Accountability and Training play in attaining goals and fostering habitually consistent behavior.

  • Multiunit Leadership: The 7 Stages of Building High-Performing Partnerships and Teams

    This program is based on the best-selling 2010 book and research from over 3000 Area Managers, multiunit franchisees and Regional Directors. Your audience will learn the 7 stages of leadership development of successful multiunit operators, how to effectively manage multiple priorities, how to conduct high-impact unit visits and evolve from “inspecting units” to building strong teams and future leaders.

  • Fundamentals: the 10 Best Practices of High-Performing Operators, Franchisees and GMs

    In this workshop your team will learn the best new ways to increase sales, improve service, reduce costs, hire smarter, build stronger teams, improve retention, market without advertising, measurably improve the leadership skills of your managers, and teach and inspire the iPod Generation team member to go from good to great. Full of specific “how-to’s” and examples, not theory.

Jim Sullivan Videos

Sullivision Lessons in Leadership: The Best Leaders are Problem Givers
Sullivision Lessons in Leadership: The 4 Types of Employee Applicants
Sullivision Lessons in Leadership: Addressing 800 lb Gorilla
Sullivision Lessons in Leadership: How to Find Better Employees
Sullivision Lessons in Leadership: Six Smart Recruiting Strategies
  • How do I book Jim Sullivan to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jim Sullivan for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Jim Sullivan, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Jim Sullivan or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Jim Sullivan for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Jim Sullivan, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jim Sullivan are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jim Sullivan, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Jim Sullivan speak about?

    Jim Sullivan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Business Growth, Corporate Culture, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Leadership, College, Empowerment, Motivational, Inspirational, Personal Growth, Business Leadership, Change Management, Marketing, Sales, Consulting, Economy and Finance.
  • Where does Jim Sullivan travel from?

    Jim Sullivan generally travels from Wisconsin, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Jim Sullivan?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jim Sullivan for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jim Sullivan for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Jim Sullivan or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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