Steven Little

Steven Little

Keynote Speaker: The Business Growth Expert & Author, “The Milkshake Moment: Overcoming Stupid Systems, Pointless Policies and Muddled Management to Realize Real Growth”

Steven Little Biography

Steven S. Little is a much sought after expert on the subject of business growth and the future of opportunity. As a former President of three fast-growth companies, he now advises thousands of leaders of growing organizations. For over ten years, Little was also a Senior Consultant for Inc. magazine.

He is the author of the best-selling books “The 7 Irrefutable Rules of Small Business Growth” and “The Milkshake Moment: Overcoming Stupid Systems, Pointless Policies and Muddled Management to Realize Real Growth.” And his book “Duck and (re)Cover: The Embattled Business Owner’s Guide to Survival and Growth.”

Little regularly speaks for some of the world’s leading organizations, including UPS, Microsoft, FedEx, Bank of America, SunTrust Bank, Echostar, National Association of Home Builders, Consumer Electronics Associations, National Sporting Goods Association and American Banking Association. His style has been described as “real-world” “highly credible” and “uniquely engaging.”

Little was President of three fast growth companies. Both FAME, Inc. and Erb Industries, Inc. achieved profitable growth rates of over 500% during his tenure.

Little is a graduate of Miami University and has studied at The Institute for Management Development in Lausanne, Switzerland and The University of Houston’s Future Studies Program. Little and family live in sunny Wilmington, NC and historic Merida, Mexico.

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Steven Little Speaking Topics

BREAKOUT SESSION: The Ten T’s of Customer Acquisition & Retention: Proven Initiatives For Building Relationships and Profits

Today, business interested in growth are looking to improve their customer relationships to increase sales, lower costs and maximize profits. Short on theory, long on practical advice, Steve examines how today’s most successful organizations are transforming the way in which they acquire and retain customers. Through concepts such as “touches,” “telepathy,” and “timebombs,” this no-nonsense discussion will help your group build customer-centric processes that lead to sustainable growth.

The Future of Opportunity: A 20/20 Vision of Your Success

In this exciting and thought-providing keynote, Steve helps audiences focus on their near-term future. By identifying the most impactful macro-changes taking place in our world today, and dovetailing them with the specific developments within your industry or organization, Steve illuminates the future of opportunity and success for your group over the next 3 to 15 years. No crystal ball or tea leaves here…just factual, down-to-earth information your group will find interesting, entertaining and actionable.

The Milkshake Moment: Overcoming Stupid Systems, Pointless Policies and Muddled Management to Realize Real Growth

Growth. It’s the central focus for nearly every organization and leader. So why then do so many organizations, both big and small, continually find ways to shoot themselves in the proverbial foot? In this humorous, yet insightful keynote presentation, Steve shows you how to identify and overcome the growth-stifling behaviors inherent in any organization and how you can lead the way toward substantive change and real growth.

Duck and (re)Cover: The Embattled Business Owner’s Guide to Survival and Growth

Little’s timely new keynote clearly identifies the ways in which today’s business growth leaders can both prevail and prosper in the midst of economic uncertainty. As the former President of three fast growth companies, Little imparts lessons learned in the trenches and couples that personal perspective with his decade-long experience working with resilient business growth leaders. Having already weathered three economic downturns, he brings a unique perspective on what works (and what doesn’t) in challenging times like these. Focusing first on the most immediate challenges facing any organization’s leadership, he challenges much of the conventional wisdom regarding how business leaders “should” react to a recession. Little then highlights the inevitable opportunities created by economic downturns.

This presentation provides specific answers regarding those areas in which leaders need to concentrate their time, money and effort in today’s volatile world. Short on theory and long on actionable advice, he helps growth-oriented leaders best position themselves for both survival and growth in the 21st century.

Your audience will learn:

  • Stark New Realities
  • Creative Cash Controls
  • Proactive Planning Techniques
  • Efficient Marketing Strategies
  • Proven Growth Initiatives

The 7 Irrefutable Rules of Business Growth: 21st Century Strategies for Building Your Company

More than any other objective, businesses want to grow. In this, his most popular keynote, Steve investigates what it takes to grow your business both effectively and profitably. Through his personal experience as a growth expert (both as a growth consultant and as President of three fast growth companies) and studies of the Inc. 500 (America’s fastest growing privately held companies) Steve identifies those best practices of organizations that achieve sustained and profitable growth.

Steven Little Videos

Steven S. Little Keynote

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How much does it cost to book Steven Little for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Steven Little, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Steven Little, 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 Steven Little speak about?

Steven Little is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Business Leadership, Customer Experience, Motivational, Futurism, Change Management, Business Growth, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Creativity, Personal Growth, Culture, Leadership and Small Business.

Where does Steven Little travel from?

Steven Little generally travels from Wilmington, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Steven Little?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Steven Little 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 Steven Little 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 Steven Little 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.


Steven Little is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Business Leadership and Customer Experience. The estimated speaking fee range to book Steven Little for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Steven Little generally travels from Wilmington, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Libby Gill, Dr. Jackie Freiberg and Cheryl Cran. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Steven Little for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 31/10/2024.

Steven Little Speaking Topics

  • BREAKOUT SESSION: The Ten T’s of Customer Acquisition & Retention: Proven Initiatives For Building Relationships and Profits

    Today, business interested in growth are looking to improve their customer relationships to increase sales, lower costs and maximize profits. Short on theory, long on practical advice, Steve examines how today’s most successful organizations are transforming the way in which they acquire and retain customers. Through concepts such as “touches,” “telepathy,” and “timebombs,” this no-nonsense discussion will help your group build customer-centric processes that lead to sustainable growth.

  • The Future of Opportunity: A 20/20 Vision of Your Success

    In this exciting and thought-providing keynote, Steve helps audiences focus on their near-term future. By identifying the most impactful macro-changes taking place in our world today, and dovetailing them with the specific developments within your industry or organization, Steve illuminates the future of opportunity and success for your group over the next 3 to 15 years. No crystal ball or tea leaves here…just factual, down-to-earth information your group will find interesting, entertaining and actionable.

  • The Milkshake Moment: Overcoming Stupid Systems, Pointless Policies and Muddled Management to Realize Real Growth

    Growth. It’s the central focus for nearly every organization and leader. So why then do so many organizations, both big and small, continually find ways to shoot themselves in the proverbial foot? In this humorous, yet insightful keynote presentation, Steve shows you how to identify and overcome the growth-stifling behaviors inherent in any organization and how you can lead the way toward substantive change and real growth.

  • Duck and (re)Cover: The Embattled Business Owner’s Guide to Survival and Growth

    Little’s timely new keynote clearly identifies the ways in which today’s business growth leaders can both prevail and prosper in the midst of economic uncertainty. As the former President of three fast growth companies, Little imparts lessons learned in the trenches and couples that personal perspective with his decade-long experience working with resilient business growth leaders. Having already weathered three economic downturns, he brings a unique perspective on what works (and what doesn’t) in challenging times like these. Focusing first on the most immediate challenges facing any organization’s leadership, he challenges much of the conventional wisdom regarding how business leaders “should” react to a recession. Little then highlights the inevitable opportunities created by economic downturns.

    This presentation provides specific answers regarding those areas in which leaders need to concentrate their time, money and effort in today’s volatile world. Short on theory and long on actionable advice, he helps growth-oriented leaders best position themselves for both survival and growth in the 21st century.

    Your audience will learn:

    • Stark New Realities
    • Creative Cash Controls
    • Proactive Planning Techniques
    • Efficient Marketing Strategies
    • Proven Growth Initiatives

  • The 7 Irrefutable Rules of Business Growth: 21st Century Strategies for Building Your Company

    More than any other objective, businesses want to grow. In this, his most popular keynote, Steve investigates what it takes to grow your business both effectively and profitably. Through his personal experience as a growth expert (both as a growth consultant and as President of three fast growth companies) and studies of the Inc. 500 (America’s fastest growing privately held companies) Steve identifies those best practices of organizations that achieve sustained and profitable growth.

Steven Little Videos

Steven S. Little Keynote

Steven Little Reviews

  • Steven's session was just amazing! We all truly enjoyed talking with both him and his wife Laura.
    Bandwidth - Feb 09 2023

  • How do I book Steven Little to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Steven Little 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 Steven Little, 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 Steven Little or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Steven Little for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Steven Little, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Steven Little, 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 Steven Little speak about?

    Steven Little is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Business Leadership, Customer Experience, Motivational, Futurism, Change Management, Business Growth, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Creativity, Personal Growth, Culture, Leadership and Small Business.
  • Where does Steven Little travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Steven Little 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 Steven Little 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 Steven Little 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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