I’m David Roustio, a keynote and conference speaker who brings real-world leadership experience, disability advocacy, and workplace insight together—with a healthy dose of humor. Over the years, I’ve spoken to CEOs, executives, leaders, sales teams, and front-line staff, from small leadership rooms to large conference stages, including within multi-million-dollar organizations. My work focuses on turning complex workplace challenges into practical, human-centered takeaways that audiences can actually use long after the event.

I believe leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about connection, courage, and sometimes laughing at yourself along the way. My sold-out session, “Leader? Boss? Both?”, reflects my approach: honest, relatable, and grounded in real experiences audiences recognize immediately. Whether delivering a keynote or leading a conference session, I make workplace dynamics memorable, meaningful, and occasionally funny.

My mission is to help organizations and individuals see what’s possible—building inclusive teams, navigating challenges with confidence, and creating workplaces where every voice is heard. Whether I’m guiding a room of executives or mentoring front-line staff, my approach is authentic, insightful, and just the right mix of inspiration and humor.