Caleb Campbell is a dynamic keynote speaker, coach, and mental health advocate known for his authentic and transformational message on high-capacity leadership, whole-person success, and emotional well-being.
In 2008, Caleb graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point and was commissioned as an officer in the United States Army. However, Caleb's path took a unique turn. He was also selected in the 2008 NFL Draft, making him the second player to be drafted out of West Point and the first player, under a new Department of Defense policy, permitted to serve and play simultaneously. Little did he know at the time, but Caleb was about to fight his own inner battle, and it would almost cost him his life.
Now, fueled by his experiences and commitment to emotional wellness, Caleb is on a mission to inspire leaders to live and lead with authenticity and courage. With his captivating storytelling and infectious energy, Caleb shares his powerful experiences from West Point, the NFL, and beyond to help leaders strengthen resilience, sustain high performance, and, most importantly, enhance their overall well-being.
Far from offering clichéd "do better, be better" advice, Caleb skillfully guides his audience through discussions on courage, emotional intelligence, and heart-centred leadership. Caleb's mission is to continually demonstrate how facing our fears, embracing change, and staying authentic will make us stronger, even in our weakest moments.
Caleb's journey — from being the first West Point football player to be drafted into the NFL while serving in the Army, to overcoming policy changes and returning to active duty, to eventually realizing his NFL dream — demonstrates how facing fears, embracing change, and staying authentic can make us stronger, even in our weakest moments.
Personal Resilience For Leaders Workshop
Book Caleb's exclusive PepTalk workshop, Leadership Development: Living Resilience. In this 90-minute workshop led by Caleb Campbell with support from an experienced facilitator, your team will learn how to cultivate a resilient mindset that supports well-being and enhances team cohesion, adaptability, and overall business resilience.
In this session, Caleb Campbell explores how personal transformation can ignite growth within teams and organisations. He emphasises that effective leadership is rooted in trust, courage, and self-awareness, rather than demands. Drawing from his experiences from West Point to the NFL, Caleb illustrates how embracing emotional intelligence fosters flourishing cultures. Attendees will learn actionable strategies for cultivating trust, shifting mindsets for thriving environments, and practical tools for authentic leadership.
Caleb Campbell's journey illustrates that change is inevitable, but how we respond is a choice. On the day he was set to sign his first NFL contract, an unexpected policy reversal forced him back into Army duty, challenging his lifelong dream. In this keynote, Caleb shares how embracing uncertainty can lead to profound growth. Attendees will learn a framework for navigating uncertainty, mastering self-awareness, and the keys to accelerate transformation without losing themselves.
Caleb Campbell understands that crises can manifest quietly, often as exhaustion and self-doubt. As the first West Point football player drafted into the NFL, he faced immense pressure that led to burnout. Through his journey, Caleb discovered the power of leading with courage and authenticity. In this talk, attendees will learn to embrace vulnerability, cultivate trust, and adopt heart-centered leadership, transforming challenges into opportunities for growth.
Caleb Campbell, a former NFL player, experienced the limitations of his high-performance playbook after leaving the league. Relocating to Canada and embracing a new path, he discovered the importance of emotional well-being and authentic leadership. In his candid keynote, Caleb shares his journey of transformation, offering practical strategies for integrating well-being into leadership. Attendees will learn to reframe challenges as breakthroughs, foster trust within teams, and cultivate a balanced approach to success.
