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Scott Friedman

Golden, CO

Professional Bio

Scott Friedman, one of only 50 Global Speaking Fellows in the World, and former President of the National Speakers Association (NSA), speaks over 20 times a year on employee innovation & engagement, customer experience and how to create a happier, healthier workplace.

Scott has written “Celebrate! Lessons Learned from the World’s Most Admired Organizations,” ”A Celebration a Day! 365 Ways to a Happier, Healthier Workplace," “Happily Ever Laughter—How to Engage Any Audience,” and “Using Humor For A Change.” He is also the co-author of four additional books.

Scott is the 2013 NSA Cavett Award Recipient, presented annually to the NSA member whose accomplishments over the years have reflected outstanding respect, service, honor, and admiration in the Association and the speaking profession. Scott was awarded the Meeting Professionals International (MPI) 2013 Recognizing Industry Success and Excellence (RISE) Award. ”This award honors those rare individuals who by visionary hard work and creative insight have positively changed the global meetings and events industry community (MPI

Scott co-founded Together We Can Change the World (TWCCTW.org), a 501c3 foundation focused on anti-trafficking, social business, clean water, and the health, education and empowerment of less fortunate girls and women. Currently they have over 20 projects in six SE Asian countries.
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NSA Designations
CSP, Cavett Award Recipient, Global Speaking Fellow
CSP Class Year
2024
Other Designations
Global Speaking Fellow
Expertise
Corporate Culture, Innovation, Leadership & Achievement, Nonprofit, Wellness and Work-Life Balance