Dr. David Metzen

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When it comes to hiring the right speaker, you need a proven leader and motivator. Dr. David Metzen will get you the results your organization is striving for. He has experienced first-hand what it takes to lead an organization. Dr. Metzen has shared his knowledge on leadership, team building and change with a wide range of companies throughout the U.S. and overseas. He knows what it takes to motivate…to coach…and to manage, through seemingly overwhelming obstacles - from both within and without. Throughout his career, Dr. Metzen has taken the complex issues of leadership and distilled them down into practical applications and specific how-tos.

A former University of Minnesota Gopher Hockey Captain, Dr. Metzen spent 30 years in the South St. Paul school system, serving as their superintendent for 18 years. During his tenure, Dr. Metzen transformed a school district from one that emphasized athletics to one that emphasized academics and the arts. He also launched the state’s largest grass roots public school educational foundation. He was a longtime Director at American Bank, part owner of a real estate company and was the Executive Director of Dodge Nature Center. Dr. Metzen currently serves as a Regent at the University of Minnesota (and has for 8 years) and held the role of Regent Chair from 2003-2005.

Dr. Metzen connects well with his audiences, using his gift of humor and story telling based on true-life experiences. At the same time, his message reveals easy-to-put-into-practice techniques that participants can use immediately in their lives, whether at work or at home. Each presentation or workshop is tailor-made to focus on the challenges and goals of the individual organization.

Areas of Expertise:
Business – The Need for Constant Change
Education – Motivation and Inspiration
Leadership and Change
The Need for a Positive Work Environment

Fee Range:
$2,000 - $5,000

Dr. Metzen's Most Requested Programs:
Leaders are Learners
Change or Die
Building a Learning Organization
How Great Boards Work
It’s All About People
You Can’t Win Without Teamwork
Inspiring and Motivating Your Staff
Barriers to Change
Moving out of your Comfort Zone

Testimonials:
(Taken from excerpts from thank you and recommendation letters sent to Dr. Metzen)

“Thank you so very much for the absolutely wonderful presentation that you delivered at our company retreat. The extra effort that you put forth to learn about our issues was very noticeable. Then, your ability to skillfully craft your presentation materials to address those specific topics was fantastic. Due to your preparation, your message hit upon each of the topics we wanted to target. As a presenter, you simply have that ability to command respect and attentiveness, deliver an understandable and compelling message, and quite honestly, get everyone so fired up! I will spread the word about you and your organization.”, Ken Rohlf, Partner, LeVander, Gillen & Miller, P.A.

“Dr. Metzen spoke to two or our educational business entrepreneurial groups in China where his presentation focused on leadership and change. He was absolutely outstanding! We are already making plans to have him back!”, Lena Lin, Fazheng Group, Bejing, China.

“Dr. Metzen is an excellent motivational speaker and workshop facilitator on the qualities and assets needed to be a top-notch leader. He has the capability of lifting others to a higher level and does so with a directness that many would find refreshing.”, Dr. Charles Kyte, Executive Director, Minnesota Association of School Administrators.

“Being a speaker myself, I know what it takes to do a good job and keep an audience engaged. Dave Metzen does this exceedingly well. I recommend him highly.”, Harvey Mackey, Chairman of the Board, Mackay Envelope Company.

“If you’re looking for someone who can motivate an organization with a common sense approach on leadership, choose Dave.”, Larry S. Dowell, President, Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce.