Velton W. Showell III
Founder & Chief Strategist

Building a Culture of Champions

Velton W. Showell III helps organizations transform their leadership environment into a Culture of Champions, where people are empowered, valued, and inspired to perform at their highest level.

Our Mission

Championship Leadership

We provide the strategic blueprint and human-centered principles needed to build high-performing teams and cultures rooted in excellence.

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Keynote Speaking

Inspiring and actionable insights on leadership, sales, and organizational culture for your next event.

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Leadership Academy

Comprehensive training modules designed to develop the next generation of championship leaders.

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Published Works

Explore Velton's library of books, including the latest release "The Culture of Champions."

About Velton W. Showell III

A Visionary Leader with Decades of Experience

Velton W. Showell III is a distinguished leadership consultant, keynote speaker, and organizational development expert. With over three decades of experience guiding executives and teams, Velton brings a unique blend of real-world leadership insight and transformational coaching. He made history as the only African American to serve as Director of a Global Sales Office for Hyatt Hotels and Resorts, and he was named NCBMP Pioneer of the Year for 2024.

As the Founder and Chief Strategist of Leadership Dynamics International, Velton has dedicated his career to helping organizations build a true Culture of Champions, environments where people are celebrated, not just tolerated. He is the author of more than 25 published books and the host of The Essence of Leadership podcast.

Championship Mindset

"Wherever you are in life, Your mind got there first." We focus on developing a winning attitude.

Intentional Culture

"A Culture of Champions is not built by chance. It is built by choice." Culture requires intentional action.

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Keynote Speaking

Ignite Your Team's Potential

Bring Velton W. Showell III to your stage to inspire growth, resilience, and purpose within your organization.

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The Secrets They Don't Teach in School

Preparation, Position, and Opportunity. Learn how to seize the opportunity of a lifetime through strategic positioning.

The Intersection of Passion and Vocation

Discover how to align your passion with your professional life so you never have to work another day in your life.

No Hocus Pocus, It's All About Focus

Developing the unwavering focus and accountability required to build and maintain a championship team.

Your Success Quotient

Unlock the mindset, habits, and daily disciplines that determine how far you and your team will go.

The Servant Leader's Advantage

Why servant leadership is the new normal for C-Suite success and how serving your people drives results.

Flipping the Script

Turning obstacles into opportunities by changing the narrative you tell yourself and your team.

Building a Culture of Champions

The proven blueprint for creating environments where people feel empowered, valued, accountable, and inspired.

Prospecting: The Key to Your Future Success

Proven strategies for filling your pipeline, building lasting relationships, and securing your future business.

Research & Insights

Evidence-Based Leadership

Our work is grounded in real-world experience and supported by research on high-performing teams and organizational culture.

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Years of Experience

Three decades of proven leadership development across industries and organizational sizes.

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Leaders Developed

Thousands of executives and team members transformed through our coaching and training programs.

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Commitment to Excellence

Every engagement is designed to deliver measurable results and lasting cultural transformation.

Press & Media

In the News

Latest announcements, media coverage, and press releases from Leadership Dynamics International.

May 1, 2026

The Culture of Champions Released

Velton W. Showell III releases new book on building high-performing teams in hospitality and beyond.

November 29, 2024

The Leadership Journey Launches

New comprehensive roadmap for modern leaders exploring transformative leadership principles.

October 26, 2024

Prospecting Volume II Released

Latest insights on modern prospecting techniques and building long-term client relationships.

Media Contact

Jordan Blake, Director of Communications and Public Relations
Leadership Dynamics International LLC
info@leadershipdynamicsinternational.com | 954.361.5203

Our Services

Comprehensive Leadership Solutions

From keynote speaking to executive coaching, we offer a full suite of services designed to transform your organization.

Keynote Speaking

Powerful, engaging presentations tailored to your audience and designed to inspire action and transformation.

Executive Coaching

One-on-one coaching for leaders committed to personal growth and organizational impact.

Culture Consulting

Strategic consulting to help your organization build and maintain a Culture of Champions.

Team Development

Customized programs to strengthen team dynamics, communication, and performance.

Leadership Academy

Comprehensive 13-module training curriculum for developing championship leaders at all levels.

Sales Training

Proven prospecting and sales techniques grounded in real-world experience and modern best practices.

Leadership Dynamics Academy

The 13-Module Curriculum for Excellence

Our comprehensive training program provides a complete roadmap for developing effective, transformative leaders at every level of your organization.

  • Having a Vision not a Task List
  • Exercising Empowerment
  • The Power of Communication
  • Actions Speak Louder than Words
  • Knowing Your Strengths and Limitations
  • Hiring the Right People
  • Building the Right Team
  • Valuing Difference and Diversity
  • Treating People the Way You Want to be Treated
  • Being Approachable
  • The Value of an Open-Door Policy
  • Being a Coach, Not a Police Officer
  • Listening like Your Life Depended on It
  • Managing by Walking Around
  • Dwelling on the Positive
  • Searching for Answers Rather than Making Assumptions
  • Surrounding Yourself with Experts
  • Being a Passionate Student
  • Developing a Supportive Network
  • Identifying Role Models
  • Out-of-the-Box Thinking
  • Embracing Change
  • Challenging the Status Quo
  • Encouraging Collaboration
  • Never Substitute Profit for Values
  • Accepting Responsibility
  • Sharing Accolades
  • Recovering from Adversity
  • Knowing and Understanding Your Competition
  • Being Willing to Explore
  • Taking Calculated Risks
  • Staying Connected and Utilizing Building Blocks
  • Do Not Take Things Personal, Business is Business
  • La Familia Attitude
  • Pushing Yourself to be Consistent
  • Showing Up with Your Best Self
  • Being Responsible and Accountable
  • It's Your Ship to Sail
  • Teach Do Not Preach
  • No Sermons Here
  • Being Intuitive, The Secret Sauce
  • Seeing It Through, Never Give Up
  • Be Confident Not Arrogant
  • Lead by Example
  • The Value of Thinking Before You Speak
  • Hesitation is Not Always a Bad Thing
  • The Key to Maintaining Your Emotions
  • How to Make Work Fun
  • Practicing Situational Leadership
  • Setting and Maintaining High Standards
  • Learning to Read Between the Lines
  • Focusing on the Leave-Behinds Not the Take-Aways
Resource Library

Tools for Leadership Success

Access our collection of resources, workbooks, and training materials designed to support your leadership journey.

Workbook

Vision Empowerment and Communication

Workbook #1 from the Leadership Dynamics Academy. Covers having a vision, empowerment, and communication.

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Team Principles That Work

Workbook #2. Explore strengths, team building, and valuing diversity in your organization.

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Workbook

Environment of Excellence

Workbook #3. Covers coaching, approachability, and leadership presence in your team.

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Library

Resource Library

Browse the curated collection of 54 leadership titles recommended by Velton W. Showell III.

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Resources

Resource Library

A curated collection of leadership titles recommended by Velton W. Showell III. Click any cover to take a closer look.

Resource Library, Culture of Champions
The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell The 5 Levels of Leadership by John C. Maxwell The 5 Roles of Leadership by Wladislaw Jachtchenko The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins The 7 Day Startup by Dan Norris A Passion for Excellence by Tom Peters and Nancy Austin A Setback Is a Setup for a Comeback by Willie Jolley Action Has No Season 2.0 by Michael V. Roberts, J.D. Action Has No Season by Michael V. Roberts, J.D. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho An Attitude of Excellence by Dr. Willie Jolley Atomic Habits by James Clear Average Is Over by Tyler Cowen Beware the Naked Man Who Offers You His Shirt by Harvey Mackay BOLD by Peter H. Diamandis and Steven Kotler Change Your World by John C. Maxwell and Rob Hoskins The Country of the Blind by H. G. Wells The Culture of Champions: How Hospitality Leaders Build Teams That Deliver with Excellence by Velton W. Showell III Destination Mastery by Ruben West Destination Mastery: 7 Steps to an Extraordinary Life by Ruben West Developing the Leaders Around You by John C. Maxwell Eat That Frog! by Brian Tracy Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Dr. Travis Bradberry and Dr. Jean Greaves Even Eagles Need a Push by David McNally Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done by Larry Bossidy and Ram Charan Expert Secrets by Russell Brunson Get the Life You Want by Richard Bandler The Go-Getter by Peter B. Kyne Good to Great by Jim Collins The Heart and Soul of Excellence by Tom Peters High Performance Habits by Brendon Burchard How Successful People Think by John C. Maxwell How to Become CEO by Jeffrey J. Fox In Search of Excellence by Thomas J. Peters and Robert H. Waterman, Jr. It's Your Ship by Captain D. Michael Abrashoff The Law of Success by Napoleon Hill Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek Leadership 2.0 by Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves Leadership Dynamics: The Principles of Leadership by Velton W. Showell III Making a Good Brain Great by Daniel G. Amen, M.D. The Man Who Lived Underground by Richard Wright Millionaire Success Habits by Dean Graziosi Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D. The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod The New Gold Standard by Joseph A. Michelli NLP: The Essential Guide by Tom Hoobyar and Tom Dotz None of Us Is As Good As All of Us by Patricia Sowell Harris Paradigm Shift by Jakub K. Rucinski Paradigm Shift: The New Promise of Information Technology by Don Tapscott and Art Caston The Power of Broke by Daymond John The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg The Power of Positive Leadership by Jon Gordon The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale The Power of Purpose by Dr. Myles Munroe Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz, M.D., F.I.C.S. Raving Fans! by Ken Blanchard and Sheldon Bowles Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki The Road to Character by David Brooks Secrets of the Millionaire Mind by T. Harv Eker Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab Shift Your Brilliance by Simon T. Bailey Smarter Faster Better by Charles Duhigg SPIN Selling by Neil Rackham Start with Why by Simon Sinek Strengths Based Leadership by Tom Rath and Barry Conchie Swim with the Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive by Harvey B. Mackay Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Think and Grow Rich: A Black Choice by Dennis Kimbro and Napoleon Hill TOP Secrets to Create a TOP Performing Business by Howard L. White Vivid Vision by Cameron Herold We're Better Than This by Elijah Cummings with James Dale The Wealth Choice by Dennis Kimbro What Keeps Me Standing by Dennis Kimbro What Makes the Great Great by Dennis P. Kimbro, Ph.D. Who Moved My Cheese? by Dr. Spencer Johnson Who Not How by Dan Sullivan with Dr. Benjamin Hardy You Are UnStopABLE! It's Never Too Late, curated by Terrance Leftridge
Books & Training Materials

The Library of a Champion

Explore Velton's published works and training materials that have transformed leaders across industries.

New Release 2026

The Culture of Champions

How Hospitality Leaders Build Teams That Deliver with Excellence. A practical blueprint for building high-performing teams rooted in excellence.

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Bestseller 2024

The Leadership Journey

From Fear To Fulfillment, A Leadership Transformation. A groundbreaking guide exploring the essential qualities and practices of effective, transformative leadership.

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2024

Prospecting: Volume II

Modern prospecting techniques, digital tools, and the psychology of building long-term relationships in today's marketplace.

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Bestseller 2021

Leadership Dynamics: The Principles of Leadership

Velton's flagship book on why servant leadership is the new normal for C-Suite success.

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Classic

Prospecting: Volume I

The bestselling original volume establishing Velton as a leading voice in sales and leadership development.

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Strategy

Strategic Planning: Planning to WIN!

A practical guide to strategic planning for leaders committed to winning and moving from vision to victory.

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Mobile App

The 52 Principles

One leadership principle each week for a full year. The 52 Principles app puts the wisdom of Leadership Dynamics in the palm of your hand.

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Start Your Journey

Ready to transform your organization's leadership culture? We would love to connect and explore how Leadership Dynamics International can help you build a true Culture of Champions.

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Email
info@leadershipdynamicsinternational.com
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Phone
954.361.5203
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Location
South Florida

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