In this deeply personal and transformative keynote, Barry Stamos shares the raw, unfiltered story of his journey, revealing both the breakdowns and breakthroughs that have shaped his path. With vulnerability and honesty, Barry walks you through the highs and lows of building companies, navigating failure, and facing the challenges that come with success. Through his own struggles and lessons learned, he opens the door for you to explore how these truths can help you create better companies, stronger teams, and a more meaningful life. This talk isnât just about successâitâs about embracing failure, growth, and reinvention as essential parts of the journey. Barry shares his story not for applause, but as a blueprint for others to avoid common pitfalls, learn from mistakes, and rise above obstacles. By exposing the personal side of entrepreneurship, Barry helps you see that your breakdowns are often the very things that lead to breakthroughs, not just for your business, but for you as a leader and a human being. In this keynote, Barry emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, shared wisdom, and self-awareness in creating not only impactful businesses but also a life aligned with purpose and fulfillment. Through his story, youâll discover how embracing both the light and dark sides of entrepreneurship can lead to real transformationâat work, at home, and within yourself.
Your Change Agent
A Trusted Catalyst For Growth, Innovation & Impact
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING...
Barryâs impact makes all the difference at your events.
WHO IS BARRY STAMOS
Barry is THE Go-To Change Agent, trusted by 20% of the Fortune 500 to shift mindsets and catalyze growth, innovation & impact. âď¸ Street creds: 25+ year track record: Startup Founder (3 Exits: IPO/Unicorn), Tier 1 VC (EIR), Corporate Innovation Leader (NASDAQ: ACXM), & Management Consultant (Big 4). Barry is the CEO & Founder of Supernova (150+ exited founder collective), former Chief Heart Officer & Co-founder of 1heart.com (Human accelerator), EIR at 500 Global (#1 VC in exits), Head of Investor Relations at Arora Project (Raised $125MM+; Exit to Republic.com), Global Head of Strategy & Innovation at Acxiom (Built $318MM business and exited for $2.3B), and Founder of INBOX Marketing/Responsys (IPO & Exit to Oracle for $1.6BđŚ).
YOUR CHANGE AGENT
"My purpose is to ignite the transformative spark in others."
WHAT TO EXPECT
Barry ignites hearts and minds, whether speaking on stage to an audience of 10,000+, facilitating an intimate executive workshop, or guiding transformative offsite retreats. By tailoring each talk with care, his stories, cautionary tales, strategies and actionable insights leave a lasting impact on audiences worldwide â from billionaires and celebrities to founders and leaders. More than just a talk, Barry sparks within each listener a drive to channel their energy and business pursuits into meaningful, positive contributions resulting in deeper and more fulfilling work and life success.
"Impact the triple bottom line: profit, people & planet."
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
THE HUMAN SPIRIT AT WORK
Barry is a top-rated keynote speaker, change agent, and community builder.
ADVISOR & SPEAKER
Barry's been hired by 100+ Fortune 500 companies as a consultant, advisor or speaker.
MOST POPULAR TALKS
He tailors his talks to meet audiences' needs to spark world-changing realities.
In today's fast-paced world, many of us struggle to maintain a sense of balance and wellbeing. The constant demands of work, family, and social obligations often leave us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from our own needs. Despite our best intentions, we find ourselves caught in a cycle of stress and burnout, unable to achieve the lasting fulfillment and happiness we seek. In this keynote session, you will discover the the transformative power of daily rituals in mastering life and achieving true, lasting wellbeing. Drawing from scientific research and timeless wisdom, we will explore practical, actionable strategies that can be integrated into even the busiest of schedules. You will learn how small, intentional habits can create a ripple effect, improving not only your physical health but also your mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. You will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to create lasting positive change in your life, ensuring that you not only survive but truly thrive in all aspects of your work and life.
In a world where machines handle more tasks and data drives decisions, leaders face the challenge of maintaining the essence of humanity in their organizations. Without a focus on these core human values, businesses risk losing the warmth and authenticity that foster true loyalty and engagement. This keynote emphasizes that while technology reshapes the business landscape, our humanity and love are powerful superpowers that can set us apart. By leading with heart and purpose, you can harness these intrinsic qualities to drive success and create a more compassionate and effective workplace. The session will reveal how heart-led leadership can elevate your business, fostering deeper connections and a vibrant company culture that thrives amidst technological advancement.
Itâs not business, itâs personal! We spend 75% of our waking hours connected to work - getting ready for work, getting to work, working, returning home from work and recovering from work. Now that many are working from home itâs likely even higher. In this transformative keynote, Barry Stamos will take you on the greatest journey of a lifetime: traveling inward to bridge the 18 inches between your head and into your heart. Drawing from his personal journey from a Silicon Valley spiritually bankrupt exited unicorn founder to a fulfilled individual, Barry will what he has discovered the keys to unlocking a more purposeful, fulfilled work life.
Scaling a business is one of the most challenging and critical phases in an organization's growth. Whether you're an entrepreneur or a corporate leader, the pressure to scale effectively can be overwhelming. Without the right strategies, you risk stalling growth, missing market opportunities, or even facing business failure. Many leaders struggle to identify and implement the best practices that will truly move the needle and deliver measurable results. In this high-energy, fast-paced keynote, youâll be immersed in a firestorm of knowledge sharing, packed with 30 proven best practices that can drive real, tangible results. These practices are backed by real case studies and proof points, ensuring you leave with actionable insights that have been tested and validated in the real world. Whether you're looking to optimize hiring, master marketing, raise capital, or scale sales, this session will provide you with the essential strategies you need to succeed.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming every aspect of our lives, especially how we work and communicate to how we make decisions and solve problems. Yet, despite its growing influence, many individuals and organizations struggle to keep pace with AI advancements and leverage them effectively. The gap between potential and reality often leads to missed opportunities, inefficiencies, and a lack of preparedness for the future. In this keynote session, you will dive deep into the transformative power of AI and how it is reshaping the world around us. We will explore the latest AI trends, innovations, and real-world applications that are driving change across industries. Youâll gain a clear understanding of how AI can be harnessed to enhance productivity, creativity, and decision-making in your personal and professional life.
POWERFUL PANEL SESSIONS
Barry believes we tell a better story together and can serve as a panelist or lead them.
Entrepreneurship
The Light & Dark Side of Startup Life
Startups are hard, very hard. Scaling and successfully exiting is even more challenging. Navigating the startup world can be a rollercoaster of highs and lows, filled with invaluable lessons learned through both triumphs and setbacks. In this expert panel, successful founders who have bootstrapped their way to $250M in annual recurring revenue and/or secured $100M in venture capital funding to achieve unicorn status will share their personal and professional journeys. They vulnerably reveal the breakdowns and breakthroughs that shaped their paths, offering a rare and honest look at the realities of building a startup.
Masters of Scale
Wisdom from Successfully Exited Founders
As the CEO & Founder of Supernova, Barry unites 150+ successful exited founders and Super Founders (exit for over $50M) who advise, mentor, and invest in world-changing companies. Many are open to joining Barry on-stage as panelists to share their stories and cautionary tales to pay-it-forward.
Conscious Leadership
Heart-Led Leadership:Embodying The Future of Work
In a world where machines handle more tasks and data drives decisions, leaders face the challenge of maintaining the essence of humanity in their organizations. Without a focus on these core human values, businesses risk losing the warmth and authenticity that foster true loyalty and engagement. This panel discussion relays that while technology reshapes the business landscape, our humanity and love are powerful superpowers that can set us apart. By leading with heart and purpose, you can harness these intrinsic qualities to drive success and create a more compassionate and effective workplace. The session will reveal how heart-led leadership can elevate your business, fostering deeper connections and a vibrant company culture that thrives amidst technological advancement.
LIVE STREAMING EVENTS
He is available to host your live streaming events as a dynamic MC.
Three Founders Changing the World đ
Supernova Demo Day â
PODCASTS WITH POSITIVITY
Barry is available for podcasts serving as a source of positivity.
Founders
Love is The Human Accelerator
LEADERSHIP SUMMITS
Barry is a trusted experienced guide for professional and personal transformative experiences.
Experience Guide For Work & Life Transformation
Barry co-founded 1heart where 95% of 1,000+ alumni received life-changing breakthroughs.
Community Building | Miami made.
Startup Ecosystem (Holiday Party)
Thrive Together Tuesdays
MISSION: GUIDING LIGHTS â¨
Ignite the transformative spark, so our collective light shines like a supernova. đ
LET'S PLAY TOGETHER ;-)
Hi, I'm Barry - 3x exited Silicon Valley entrepreneur turned conscious capitalist.
As CEO of SUPERNOVA, I lead a conscious collective of 150+ exited founders who invest, advise and mentor world-changing companies to achieve their missions, faster.
My 25+ year career includes consulting for 20% of the Fortune 500, building a $315MM+ business at Acxiom as a global corporate innovation leader, and scaling my first startup to a $1.6B exit with Oracle. I co-founded 1heart, a human accelerator to elevate leaders' lives by expanding consciousness and solving planetary problems.
I'm here to serve and spark the mindset shift our future demands. At conferences, corporate events, and leadership retreats, my talks empower audiences to rise to the momentâunlocking access to our higher selves and superpowers. It's our time to shine by solving the pressing challenges of our time and play a greater game.
Letâs connect and co-create an unforgettable experience together.