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Ken Fogarty, MSc, CPSL

Decorated Veteran | Performance Coach | Corporate Trainer | Motivational Speaker | CEO, Dale Carnegie of Nevada

Ken Fogarty is a decorated U.S. Navy veteran, accomplished performance coach, and dynamic motivational speaker with over 25 years of experience developing leaders, teams, and organizations. As the CEO and owner of Dale Carnegie of Nevada, Ken leads one of the most respected training franchises in the world—part of a global organization with over a century of proven success in human performance and leadership development.

Throughout his career, Ken has trained thousands of professionals, executives, and emerging leaders, helping them unlock their full potential through powerful communication, influence, and confidence-building strategies. His background includes years as a corporate trainer in Fortune 500 environments, a leadership consultant to high-growth startups, and an adjunct professor focused on business communication and professional development.

Ken’s approach is forged by discipline, empathy, and impact—shaped by his time in uniform and sharpened by decades in boardrooms and classrooms alike. Whether he’s delivering a keynote, leading a workshop, or coaching one-on-one, Ken brings a commanding presence, actionable insights, and a deep passion for helping others rise to their best selves.

He speaks on topics such as:

Leadership That Inspires and Delivers

Communicating with Confidence and Clarity

Veteran Strengths in the Civilian Workplace

High-Performance Habits for Teams and Individuals

Emotional Intelligence and Human-Centered Leadership

Current position (1)

CEO

Dale Carnegie

Degrees (2)

Strategic Sales Management

Harvard

2024 to 2025

Information Science

Pennsylvania State University

1999 to 2001

Presentations

Presentations (3)

Lead Boldly: The Veteran’s Code for Unshakable Confidence and High-Impact Leadership

What do decorated military leaders, Fortune 500 executives, and elite trainers have in common? They know how to lead with clarity, courage, and conviction—especially under pressure. In this electrifying keynote, Ken Fogarty—U.S. Navy veteran, Dale Carnegie CEO, and seasoned corporate trainer—reveals the battle-tested principles and real-world tactics that transform everyday professionals into extraordinary leaders. Audiences walk away inspired, empowered, and armed with the confidence to lead boldly, communicate with purpose, and deliver results—no matter the mission.

Say It So It Sticks: The Art of Influence Without Authority

In today’s fast-moving, hyper-connected world, it’s not just what you say—it’s how you make people feel that drives action. Whether you're leading a team, managing up, or building client trust, your ability to communicate with clarity and empathy is your greatest competitive edge. In this transformative session, Ken Fogarty—Dale Carnegie CEO and corporate communication expert—breaks down the science and strategy behind powerful conversations. Drawing from decades of coaching professionals and executives, Ken shares practical tools to build trust, defuse tension, and drive results—without needing a title to lead.

Sell Like a Human: The Dale Carnegie Formula for Trust, Influence, and Closing with Confidence

People don’t buy products—they buy people. And in a world of AI, automation, and endless options, human connection is your ultimate differentiator. In this high-energy, no-fluff session, Ken Fogarty—Dale Carnegie CEO, veteran sales leader, and former IBM executive—unpacks the timeless strategies and modern tactics that drive sales success. From building authentic rapport to asking the right questions and closing with conviction, your team will leave this talk with a proven, people-first approach to selling that increases win rates, deepens client loyalty, and ignites performance.