From a small town in East Texas to being the center of an international diplomatic debate, Ambassador James W Brewster's inspiring personal journey is well documented, and one marked with intrigue, revelations and many historical moments that changed the lives of millions.
As an internationally recognized diplomat, C-Suite executive, and human rights activist – Ambassador Brewster is a highly sought-after speaker and one of the most highly regarded thought leaders today.
His dedication and courage to Elevate Tough Conversations, a common thread shared by all of his keynotes and speeches, has impacted nations and societies around the world.
Drawing on his robust political and professional experience, Ambassador Brewster not only offers a wealth of knowledge on some of the most vital issues confronting America and the international community today - but also provides audiences dynamic and powerful tools to challenge traditional thinking in order to break barriers to success in business, politics, and life.
His engaging talks are focused on not only inspiring audiences, but also sharing actionable and innovative strategies to drive meaningful outcomes in all areas of life – including how learning to be comfortable with the uncomfortable can create a valuable platform for change, growth, and innovation...both personally and professionally. The Ambassador is available to speak at Company Events, Conferences, and Universities, as well as collaborate with Senior Level Executives, CEO's and Corporate Boards.
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Signature Keynotes
ELEVATING TOUGH CONVERSATIONS WITH DIGNITY AND DIPLOMACY
Being a diplomat isn’t just for those in the political arena. Diplomacy is the art of communicating with people in an insightful, effective, and empathetic way.
During this life-transforming program, Ambassador Brewster speaks on the power of elevating tough conversations, and how approaching with dignity and diplomacy can break barriers to success, ignite unprecedented growth, and unleash peak performance in all areas of life. Engaging and candid, Ambassador Brewster shares his inspiring personal journey while challenging audiences to unleash their maximum potential in both life and business, providing dynamic and powerful tools to aid in achieving peak performance regardless of the challenges obstructing their path. Throughout his thought-provoking and transformative talks, audiences learn how to overcome their fears, tackle the uncomfortable, avoid stagnation, strategically approach conflict, and engage in powerful conversations that connect, influence, innovate, and activate change
THE CRITICAL AND TIMELY IMPORTANCE OF HUMAN RIGHTS ON TODAY'S GLOBAL SOCIETY WITHIN CORPORATIONS AND GOVERNMENT
Explores the economic, social, and political impact that human rights has on both corporate and governmental levels of global society.
DISRUPTING THE STATUS QUO: HOW TO EFFECTIVELY CHALLENGE TRADITIONAL THINKING IN LIFE, BUSINESS, AND POLITICS
During his tenure as US Ambassador to the Dominican Republic, Ambassador Brewster was recognized by FOREIGN POLICY MAGAZINE for his role in "subverting traditional power structures to craft solutions to social, economic, and environmental problems." During this talk, he challenges audiences to question their own limitations while showing them how to transform their lives to achieve peak performance.
Thought-provoking and inspiring, Wally engages audiences with personal, relatable stories and offers lessons learned from his fascinating life and extensive career on how to challenge traditional thinking around personal, corporate, and political philosophies to create innovative and impactful solutions.
WHAT TRULY IS "DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION" IN BUSINESS & POLITICS?
Ambassador Brewster’s experience and expertise in Diversity and Inclusion has made him a sought-after resource by leading Corporations, Foundations, and Human Resource teams worldwide. With an approach towards Diversity and Inclusion that is more than simply “check-the-box,” Ambassador Brewster guides audiences on understanding the true meaning behind “Diversity and Inclusion” in the modern corporate environment, sharing his unique and comprehensive approach towards building a work culture that thrives in our current global society.
His insight on the most impactful ways to implement diversity and inclusion policies, training, tools, and resources have helped organizations worldwide increase their culture competency and spur success on a global level.
LATIN AMERICA: OPPORTUNITIES AND OBSTACLES
Having spent many years both living and serving as the US Ambassador in Latin America, Ambassador Brewster has become an expert on the region.
From geo-political issues, to human rights, to foreign policy and immigration, to government corruption - Ambassador Brewster has been at the forefront of Latin America’s most critical issues – becoming uniquely qualified to discuss both domestic and world affairs affecting the continent.
AMBASSADOR BREWSTER'S KEYNOTES WILL LEAVE AUDIENCES WITH THE KNOWLEDGE AND TOOLS TO...
CHALLENGE traditional thinking around personal, corporate, and political philosophies to create innovative and impactful solutions.
RECOGNIZE the critical and timely importance of human rights and its impact on both corporate and governmental levels of global society.
TACKLE fear and doubt head on to achieve the unachievable.
ELEVATE tough conversations with diplomacy and dignity to break down barriers to success and create an effective platform for change.
CULTIVATE a global mindset that is capable of recognizing diverse and transformational opportunities.
IMPLEMENT the most effective approach towards succeeding against even the most challenging of obstacles and situations.
Speaking & Commentator Topics
Having served as a Diplomat, Chief Executive and Corporate Leader, Ambassador Brewster understands how consumerism and cultural dynamics impact international business and development. Through his robust political and professional experiences, Ambassador Brewster has proven to be an innovator and leading expert in the areas of international politics, trade, government relations, business strategy, diplomacy, crisis communication, global retail and product development, consumer evolution, market intelligence, positioning and branding.
The extensive range of topics Ambassador Brewster regularly speaks and commentates on include:
POLITICAL:
US Foreign Policy, Trade, & Government Relations
Ambassador Brewster's knowledge of NAFTA, CAFTA, HELP and HOPE in addition to Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and trade policy has made the Ambassador a top resource for international companies and leaders of foreign governments.2020 Elections: Importance and Insight
Immigration and Border Security
Geo-Political Issues
Government Corruption
Drug Interdiction
CORPORATE:
Corporate Culture and Innovative Thinking
Marketing and Brand Strategy
Ambassador Brewster served as an officer and senior executive at General Growth Properties, where he led all investor relations, marketing and branding efforts of the second largest shopping center REIT in the world. In his role, Brewster became recognized as one of the country's top experts in the areas of brand optimization, retail crisis management and increasing shareholder value.Business & Investor Strategy
Consumer Dynamics and Evolution
Crisis Communication and Management
Global Retail and Product Development
Market Intelligence
HUMAN RIGHTS:
Diversity and Inclusion
Humanitarian Issues
LGBTQIA
Global Marginalized Societies
The stateless population of Haitian Descent in the Dominican Republic
Human Trafficking
Gender-Based Violence
GLOBAL MINDSET:
Global Expansion and Business Growth
Central America: Business, Trade, and Economy
As an expert in Latin America and the Caribbean business and political communities, he has had a positive and significant impact on trade between the U.S. and countries in the Western Hemisphere.Global Landscape of Equality
Rethinking Global Strategy
Russia and China's Impact on Western Hemisphere
Global Economic Trends
Globalizing the Corporate Mindset
