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Shawn Harper is a former NFL offensive lineman turned CEO who helps leaders and organizations perform when execution matters most. After competing at the highest level with the Rams, Colts, and NFL Europe, Shawn learned that winning—on the field or in business—is not about motivation alone, but about preparation, discipline, trust, and accountability.
For more than 20 years, Shawn has served as CEO of American Services and Protection, leading and scaling teams in complex, high-stakes environments. As a long-time operator, not just a speaker, he understands the realities leaders face every day: aligning people around a clear mission, executing under pressure, and delivering consistent results. His approach bridges elite sports and corporate America by translating game plans into execution and execution into measurable KPIs.
Earlier in life, Shawn faced academic setbacks and low expectations, but refused to accept a predetermined outcome. He went on to earn Hall of Fame honors at North Iowa Area Community College, graduate from Indiana University, and reach the NFL— experiences that shaped his disciplined, execution-first leadership philosophy.
On the corporate stage with well-known companies including Dow, Proctor & Gamble, Chase Bank and more, Shawn is breaking down elite level strategies and methodologies used by major professional athletes into simple concepts to win in business, and in life. His sessions go beyond inspiration, delivering immersive, practical frameworks such as his Winning Edge principles that provides tools leaders can apply immediately to strengthen culture, accountability, and performance.
Shawn is the author of The Winning Edge and The Winologist, and his message is clear: winning isn’t accidental. It’s built daily through intentional leadership, disciplined execution, and the courage to perform when it matters most.
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KEYNOTES
- The Winner’s Mindset:
Break limiting beliefs holding back leaders and teams. -
Creating a Culture of Champions:
Develop leadership that drives engagement and retention. - The Winners Edge for Peak Performance:
Drive measurable performance outcomes and ROI. - No Pressure, No Diamond:
A diamond does not become a diamond because life was easy. It becomes a diamond because it was placed under pressure, heat, and time. The same is true for winners.
SESSIONS | WORKSHOPS
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IDENTITY DRIVEN LEADERSHIP
Description:
Authentic leadership drives trust, and trust drives performance. Shawn introduces his Identity-Driven Leadership model, helping executives and managers align who they are with how they lead—so they can inspire action at every level.
Outcomes:
- Leaders who influence through authenticity and clarity.
- Stronger collaboration across teams and departments.
- A leadership pipeline built on trust, accountability, and growth.
FROM THE LOCKER ROOM TO THE BOARD ROOM
Description:
Winning in sports and winning in business share the same DNA: teamwork, strategy, and resilience. Shawn translates NFL-tested principles into actionable insights for organizations that want to win in today’s competitive landscape.
Outcomes:
- Teams that communicate and collaborate more effectively.
- Leaders who balance short-term wins with long-term growth.
- A resilient workforce prepared to perform under pressure.
STRONG ENOUGH TO SAY NO
Description:
Anti-Drug & Alcohol Empowerment Students don’t need another lecture — they need real talk. Shawn shares his journey f rom peer pressure to personal power, teaching young people how to think for themselves and walk with confidence. This program hits home with both the heart and the head, showing students how saying “no” can open the door to their best “yes.”
Outcomes:
- Learn how to recognize traps that lead to drugs, alcohol, and poor decisions.
- Simple, powerful ways to stand firm under pressure.
- How self-respect and purpose lead to better focus, grades, and growth.
STAND UP. STEP IN. STOP IT.
Description:
Anti-Bullying & School Culture Bullying destroys confidence, divides classrooms, and steals potential. Shawn knows — he’s lived it. This unforgettable session empowers students to rise above cruelty and fear, turning bystanders into leaders. Schools leave with stronger culture, deeper empathy, and a shared sense of belonging.
Outcomes:
- Be able to identify, interrupt, and prevent bullying — online and in person.
- Learn how to be an upstander, not a bystander, and create real change.
- Utilize empathy, awareness, and courage to rebuild school unity.
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