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The Power of &: Thought Leadership for a Sustainable, Successful Future
Matt Elliott of Blue Lake Ideas speaks to inspire, challenge, and equip your audience to thrive in chaos with the Power of & thinking.
Why The Power of &
Matters Now
In today’s world, change is constant and complexity is accelerating. Many leaders fall into the trap of either/or thinking—a survival instinct that shuts down innovation, divides teams, and narrows potential. But there is a better way.
The Power of & is a powerful framework for navigating uncertainty, embracing complexity, and building a culture where innovation and humanity thrive together.
Meet Matt Elliott
Matt Elliott is a proven finance and sustainability executive with over 35 years of experience leading transformative change. As the former President of Bank of America Michigan and a nationally recognized sustainability leader, Matts key wins:
the numbers
Deployed $35B+ in sustainable capital
Leadership
Led initiatives resulting in 90% client growth and 19-point employee engagement improvement
Advisement
Trained and advised thousands of executives on corporate sustainability
Big Wins
Served alongside former CSO's from Nike and GM to advise high-growth companies
Divirsity
Chaired major civic conferences and built bridges between the business, nonprofit, and academic worlds.
Action
Matt brings insight from the front lines of leadership, strategy, and culture. His talks combine real-world credibility with approachable wisdom that inspires action.
The Power of &
Keynote
How "Yes/And" Thinking Can Redefine Leadership, Business, and Society.
Your audience will learn:
The costs of either/or thinking and how to break the cycle
How to lead through change with clarity and compassion
How sustainability can drive, not hinder, growth
Why mindset is the ultimate leadership differentiator
How to create wins that don’t create losers
This keynote delivers more than inspiration—it creates a mindset shift that your organization can immediately put into practice.
Who Should Book Matt
CEOs and C-suite executives
Senior and mid-level leaders
Conference and event organizers
DEI, sustainability, and culture champions
Innovation and change management teams
Whether on a stage, in a boardroom, or with your leadership team, Matt tailors every engagement to deliver maximum impact.
Booking Info
Bring The Power of & to your next event and give your audience a framework to lead through change, drive sustainable success, and build cultures of trust and innovation.