Transformative Voices

Authentic leadership from those who've walked the path of reentry and redemption

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Our speakers bring lived experience, professional expertise, and powerful insights to audiences nationwide. Each has transformed their personal journey into a mission to inspire change and break down barriers in the reentry space.

Nate Johnson

Co-Founder, Next Chapters Solutions

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What Makes Nate Distinctive: Nate has built what others theorize about. As the co-founder of multiple reentry organizations, he understands what actually works on the ground—not just in theory, but in real communities with real constraints...

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Executive Director, Path2Redemption Training & Consulting

Lester Young, Jr.

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What Makes Lester Distinctive: Lester doesn't just share his story—he equips your audience with structured, proven frameworks they can immediately apply. His 5 Stages methodology gives people a roadmap for transformation, while his certification as a DISC Assessment Trainer means participants leave with practical tools...

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Adam Clausen

Director of Innovation & Social Impact

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What Makes Adam Distinctive: Adam operates at the intersection of lived experience and executive leadership. His testimony before the U.S. Sentencing Commission and Congressional staff gives him credibility in policy circles, while his Director-level role means he speaks the language of organizational change...

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Connect with our speakers for keynotes, panels, training sessions, and community events that inspire lasting change.

Key Note Presentations

Powerful Opening or closing addresses

Educational Institutions

Campus talks and student engagement

Panel Discussions

Expert perspectives on reentry issues

Community Events

Local impact and awareness building

Workforce Training

Second-chance hiring strategies

Corporate Events

DEI and social impact initiatives

  • "Our goal is to eliminate every excuse for why someone would go back to prison."

    - Nate Johnson (Co-Founder, NCS)