Steve Fredlund - Keynote Speaker & Breakthrough Expert

LIFE ISN'T A FORMULA,

IT'S AN ADVENTURE

That realization changed the direction of my life. Not because I’m special, but because I found a way to see uncertainty differently. That’s what I want to help you find too.

The Safari Way is a fresh approach helping individuals, leaders, and teams embrace uncertainty and navigate their unique adventure with intention.

WITH YOUR TRUSTED GUIDE Steve Fredlund, keynote speaker

As seen on stage and in the field with…

Are You Navigating by Default?

You’ve worked hard. Done everything you were supposed to do. Built a successful career. Taken care of the people around you.

And yet, you wonder if there’s something more.

Not more success… More alignment. More purpose. More moments where you feel fully alive.

Whether it’s you, your team, or your whole organization feeling lost in the uncertainty, you don’t have to find your way alone.

Maybe it’s time to bring a guide along for the trek.

MANY OF US HAVE BEEN TAUGHT

“Life is a formula.”
“Avoid uncertainty.”
“Find the right path.”
“Success is the goal.”

THE SAFARI WAY INVITES

Life is an adventure.
Embrace uncertainty.
Create your path.
Experience the extraordinary along the way.

Let’s Navigate the Uncertainty Together

Every path looks different, and there isn’t a one-size-fits-all map. Explore how we can work together, or reach out directly so we can pinpoint the exact right fit for your situation.

INSPIRED & UPLIFTED

Need to spark fresh energy and perspective?

Energize your team or audience with a powerful shift in perspective that turns chaos into clarity.

CLEAR & ALIGNED

Is your team feeling overwhelmed by the path ahead?

Steve helps your group regain clarity, align on purpose, and move forward together.

RENEWED & CONNECTED

Need to step away from the noise entirely?

Step off the predictable track and immerse yourself in an extraordinary environment built to restore your focus, clarity, and spirit.

LET’S WALK TOGETHER

Keep the momentum going with monthly challenges, free leadership resources and journals, and community support.

EVERY ADVENTURE NEEDS A GUIDE

For more than three decades, I pursued success the way many of us were taught to. I built a successful corporate career, earned the credentials, led teams, and checked all the boxes that were supposed to lead to fulfillment. Along the way, I discovered something important: life isn’t a formula to solve. It’s an adventure to embrace.

That realization changed the direction of my life.

It led me from the Fortune 500 boardroom to TEDx stages, from writing books to leading organizations through uncertainty, and from unforgettable experiences in Rwanda and on African safaris to creating The Safari Way.

Today, I help organizations and individuals navigate the adventure of life, work, and leadership through keynote experiences, workshops, retreats, and ongoing encouragement. My hope isn’t to tell you the path you should follow. It’s to help you discover the one that’s uniquely yours.

Fortune 500 Leader · 2x TEDx Speaker · 2x Author · Founder of The Safari Way

EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCES
FROM STAGE TO SAFARI

“Steve changed my life and its purpose. I’ve watched a ‘cold room’ become charged with purpose due to his comfortable delivery, groundbreaking ideas and sheer force of personality.”

Shaun Johnson

The Big Band Experience & Tonic Sol-fa

“Steve was so easy, fun and energetic to work with! His passion is contagious, and he left the audience inspired. He related to the whole audience.”

Alyssa Warring

Detroit Metropolitan Apartment Association

“Steve made our Ngorongoro Crater safari the trip of a lifetime. His attention to every detail let us fully enjoy the incredible views, amazing wildlife, and shared experiences that brought our group closer together.”

Shannon Kirkeide

Dean of Academic and Community Outreach

“Our leadership team had one two-hour meeting to clarify our vision, mission, and purpose. The difference in our team since that meeting is simply blowing me away.”

Dorothy R.

Circle Pines, MN

“Steve is an exceptional speaker who uses wonderful stories mixed with his own personal brand of humor to totally engage his audience.”

Suzanne L. Kmet

Vice President, Missouri Employment Conference

“Steve has a unique ability to take complex issues with many layers, drill down to the core, and walk people through a step by step plan to reach their objective.”

Stacey Nelson

St. Francis School District

“Steve constantly brings excellent content. His warm, friendly style engages with audiences of all ages. He’s comfortable talking with a group of national leaders in Rwanda, Africa or training a group of Our Response volunteers in East Central Minnesota.”

Mark Coughlin

Immanuel Church

“Steve Fredlund did an amazing job presenting to our management team at our Annual Meeting. His presentation was insightful, engaging, and relevant.”

Gary Brennan

President & CEO, Brosz Engineering, Inc.

“I had the absolute privilege of going to Africa with Steve Fredlund in 2011. Baboon mugging and all 😉 it was an absolute joy and life-changing experience.”

Gina Harcey

2011 Rwanda Safari Participant

“Steve delivered an entertaining and motivational message. His was the highest ranking session at our three-day conference.”

Joe Miller

Director of Communications, Minnesota Rural Electric Association

“Steve nailed it! He had a compelling storytelling approach that pulled attendees in and kept them wanting more! His ability to connect was remarkable.”

Nan Boland

President, Iowa Employment Conference & Missouri Employment Conference

Stop Guessing the Path.
Start Choosing Your Way.

Leading through uncertainty doesn’t require having all the answers.

It just takes the right perspective.

Step back, find your footing, and learn to map out your next steps with confidence.