Unlock the Power of Intentional Leadership
Tim & Melanie will show you how to reset, recharge, and lead at your best.
Dr. Tim Williams is a dynamic keynote speaker, accomplished trainer, and seasoned leader with over 35 years of experience in higher education, coaching, and organizational leadership. Specializing in empowering overwhelmed leaders, Tim helps them intentionally prioritize their well-being to lead others more effectively. His approach emphasizes personal development, accountability, and the power of choice, creating a foundation for leaders to build resilient teams and sustainable cultures.
Known for his high energy, passion, and ever-present smile, Tim connects with his audiences through a unique blend of authenticity and expertise. A Jon Gordon-certified speaker and trainer in the Energy Bus, Power of Positive Leadership, and Power of Positive Team, he is a trusted expert on building positive mindsets and fostering transformative change. Tim’s work spans collegiate and professional athletes, business leaders, chamber of commerce groups, FCA gatherings, churches, and other organizations, each benefiting from his insights on leadership, team building, and culture creation.
Holding an Ed.D. in Organizational Management, a Master's in Workforce Education and Development, and a Bachelor's in Education, Tim's journey in higher education has been distinguished and diverse. With roles ranging from assistant baseball coach—where he coached 12 All-Americans and 46 major league draftees—to assistant provost for student affairs, Tim has committed his career to shaping leaders. As the founder of Tim Williams Collaborations LLC, he provides keynote speaking, training, and team-building services to schools, colleges, churches, non-profits, businesses, and sports teams.
A devoted family man, Tim treasures his wife Kit, their three daughters, and their three grandchildren. Together, Tim and Kit are dedicated to reaching, inspiring, and serving others, living out their RISE UP philosophy to help people become the best versions of themselves. Tim is dedicated to serving those who lead by helping them rediscover their purpose, build unbreakable teams, and intentionally foster a culture of well-being.
Every great leader wants to inspire, influence, and drive meaningful change
but what happens when exhaustion, stress, and burnout take over?
A 2023 Deloitte study found that 97% of executives say their job negatively impacts their well-being, yet 68% admit they aren’t doing enough to protect their health or that of their teams. The cost? Declining performance, disengaged employees, and leaders who feel like they’re running on fumes.
Leadership isn’t just about serving others, it’s about leading yourself first. That means making space to reset, recharge, and reclaim your energy so you can lead with clarity, confidence, and impact.
Tim Williams & Melanie Pecord present “The Intentional Leader: Embracing Wellness to Inspire & Influence Leadership” a transformational keynote that challenges leaders to break free from burnout and adopt a healthier, more intentional approach to success.
After this powerful and engaging experience, your audience will:
✅ Recognize the hidden cost of burnout and why well-being is the foundation of great leadership.
✅ Shift their mindset to give themselves permission to prioritize personal health without guilt.
✅ Implement the DARE framework to build sustainable routines that drive success.
✅ Move from overwhelmed to empowered by embracing intentional self-care.
✅ Develop habits that enhance emotional, mental, physical, and professional health.
✅ Leave with actionable steps to create margin, balance, and fulfillment in their leadership journey.
Through compelling storytelling, humor, and research-driven insights, Tim & Melanie deliver an experience that redefines leadership success, not as a sacrifice, but as a commitment to thriving.
This keynote is ideal for:
✅ Leadership Development & Corporate Training
✅ Workplace Culture & Employee Well-Being
✅ Personal & Professional Growth
✅ Performance Optimization & Productivity
✅ Change Management
Your leadership matters. Your well-being matters.
Join Tim and Melanie for a keynote that will challenge, inspire, and equip you to lead with purpose while creating the space you need to thrive.