About - Drew Aversa | Leadership Keynote Speaker | Author | Business Coach

Ignite The Fire Within

Drew Aversa helps CEOs, senior leaders, and industry associations develop winning business strategies – most important, he helps people lead better, think bigger, and achieve what’s possible in this lifetime.

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Keynote Talks and Business Strategy

Executives, event planners, and industry associations demand results and trust Drew to deliver actionable keynote talks focused on leadership, personal resilience, and business growth strategies.

From firefighter to Fortune 500, Drew’s journey inspires and motivates people to think bigger, lead better, and achieve what’s possible.

Advising on strategic planning, executive coaching, and innovative business development strategies, organizations leverage Drew’s proven leadership experience working with world-class brands, CEOs, Board of Directors, think tanks, trade associations, higher education, government, and startups to execute strategic visions for long-term growth.

Read More About Drew's Background and Results

Drew Aversa delivers powerful, transformative keynotes that inspire leaders, executives, and organizations to drive innovation and lead with purpose. With a compelling journey from firefighter/paramedic to Fortune 500 business development, Drew adds value delivering real-world leadership lessons through engaging presentations with actionable insights that leave audiences empowered to take action.

After a career-ending injury in the fire service, Drew rebuilt his life—earning an Executive MBA and leading business growth, sales, marketing, operations, and strategic planning across high-growth companies, trade associations, and government agencies. His expertise spans high performance leadership, business transformation, workforce development, and employee wellness making him a sought-after speaker for CEOs, boards, industry associations, and executive teams.

Drew has delivered keynote talks across the U.S. and internationally, earning recognition in Forbes, ABC News, Fire-Rescue Magazine, and more. With 1M+ social media views, 12K+ LinkedIn followers, and a best-selling book (Grow It Now!), he is also a podcast host and executive business coach.

Why Book Drew Aversa?

✅ Unmatched Storytelling – A gripping journey from frontline first responder to business leader.
✅ Proven Strategies – Actionable insights on leadership, resilience, and business growth.
✅ Global Reach – Featured at corporate summits, trade associations, and executive retreats.
✅ Engaging & Impactful – High-energy keynotes that motivate and inspire real change.

Sample of Speaking Engagements:

Arizona Builders Alliance Leadership Conference
Chief Marketing Officer Summit, San Francisco
Vietnam Food Forum, Ho Chi Minh City
Fire Districts Association of California Leadership Conference
Associated General Contractors of California Annual Safety Awards
California Professional Firefighters Inaugural Behavioral Health Conference

Grow Your Business

Grow It Now: the Business Leader’s Handbook to Driving Revenue, Engagement, and New Opportunities hit the Top 100 Amazon business books because it helps business owners clarify their purpose, value in the market, and add value leveraging technology, social media, and strategic business planning.

Leverage Your Mindset

The 30 Day Action Plan to Transform Your Life and Those You Lead is a powerful workbook designed to help people breakthrough limiting beliefs and unhealthy patterns that impact how we show up in the workplace, cultivating personal growth required to lead.

PODCAST

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