Alex Sheen

Alex Sheen is the founder of “because I said I would,” a global social movement and nonprofit organization dedicated to bettering humanity through promises made and kept. After losing his father to small cell lung cancer on September 4, 2012, Alex began sending Promise Cards to anyone who requested them at no cost—sparking an international movement. Since then, over 15.2 million Promise Cards have been distributed to 178 countries. Alex is a five-time TEDx Talk speaker, author, podcast host, and internationally recognized humanitarian whose work has been featured on ABC World News with Diane Sawyer, CNN, The Today Show, Good Morning America, NPR, The Los Angeles Times, and many other major media outlets. He is exclusively managed for speaking engagements by Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau.

Alex Sheen delivers keynotes on accountability, commitment, integrity, resilience, leadership, workplace culture, and the power of keeping promises. He shares how honoring commitments—both personal and professional—transforms individuals, teams, and organizations. Alex also addresses topics including mental health and well-being, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), social responsibility, and building a culture of follow-through. His presentations combine emotion, humor, and inspiration with practical action steps that audiences can apply immediately.

What sets Alex Sheen apart is that 100% of his speaking fee goes directly to “because I said I would” as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. When you book Alex, you’re both hiring a world-class keynote speaker and effectively donating to a high-impact charity. His message isn’t theoretical—it’s backed by extraordinary personal action. Alex once walked over 240 miles across the entire state of Ohio in 10 days to fulfill a promise to raise awareness for the Cleveland kidnapping survivors. He also volunteered at 52 different nonprofit organizations in a single year. His keynotes feature deeply moving real-life stories from the “because I said I would” movement, and every attendee receives 10 Promise Cards at no cost.

Audiences leave Alex Sheen’s presentations with a renewed commitment to honoring their promises and practical tools for becoming more accountable. His core lessons include: understanding why promises matter and how broken commitments erode trust, actionable steps for becoming a person of your word, how holding ourselves and others accountable changes teams and organizations, the connection between integrity and keeping promises, and how to use Promise Cards as a personal accountability tool. Alex’s presentations end with a powerful call-to-action that connects the Promise Card concept directly to each attendee’s personal and professional life.

Alex Sheen speaks at corporate conferences, leadership summits, sales kickoffs, management training sessions, annual meetings, association events, educational institutions, and nonprofit gatherings. He has delivered over 527 keynotes since 2013 to diverse audiences across industries. His message resonates with executives, managers, frontline employees, students, and anyone seeking to build a culture of trust, reliability, and follow-through. Past clients include the Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey Devils, Prudential Center, and organizations across healthcare, finance, technology, and education.

Yes. Alex Sheen works closely with each client to ensure his message resonates with their specific audience and goals. Whether it’s a management training session focused on team accountability, an annual meeting emphasizing company values, or a leadership summit addressing organizational culture, Alex tailors his stories and action steps to connect with the challenges and objectives of each group. Clients consistently praise his ability to make his message feel personal and directly relevant to their teams.

Alex Sheen’s keynote package typically includes: up to two hours of planning and preparation through video conference, a one-hour “meet and greet” session, up to a one-hour keynote presentation, a thirty-minute Q&A session, a one-hour executive discussion regarding accountability in the workplace, 10 Promise Cards and instructions for each audience member, and one Promise Wall for every 50 audience members. The Promise Cards and Promise Walls create a tangible, lasting reminder of the commitments made during the event.

Yes. Alex Sheen offers dynamic virtual keynote presentations with unprecedented levels of interactivity. His virtual sessions include live polling, real-time chat, instant downloadable content, and speeches that adapt based on live audience feedback. Virtual attendees have even more opportunities to interact than at traditional in-person events. Alex also hosts monthly Resilient Leaders Retreats—immersive, hands-on experiences designed for personal and professional growth.

Alex Sheen’s speaking fee varies depending on the event format, location, and specific requirements. Notably, 100% of his speaking fee goes directly to “because I said I would” as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. To get an exact quote, contact Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau by calling 973-313-9800, emailing info@eaglestalent.com, or completing the “Check Availability” form on his profile page.

Yes. Alex Sheen is the author of “Because I Said I Would,” a book that delves into the profound impact of keeping promises. The book shares heartwarming, humorous, inspirational, and sometimes tragic stories from the “because I said I would” movement, teaching practical life lessons that have inspired readers around the world.

“Because I said I would” is a social movement and nonprofit organization founded by Alex Sheen, dedicated to bettering humanity through promises made and kept. The organization sends Promise Cards to anyone anywhere in the world at no cost. These simple cards serve as a tangible commitment tool—people write their promise on the card, give it to someone they’ve made the promise to, and get the card back only when the promise is fulfilled. The movement has distributed over 15.2 million Promise Cards to 178 countries, and the stories behind these promises have made headlines around the world.

Clients consistently describe Alex Sheen as inspiring, energetic, and transformative. Scott O’Neill, CEO of the Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey Devils, and Prudential Center, said: “From top to bottom, our staff have ‘because I said I would’ cards taped, tacked and displayed in cubicles and offices to showcase how we have made and kept commitments. We have Alex to thank for that.” Another client noted, “Alex did an amazing job at our event. His people were great to work with. Our attendees loved his presentation!” Others have praised him as having “everything you could ask for” and delivering a “very energizing session.”

Alex Sheen is exclusively managed by Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau. To check his availability or request a quote, call 973-313-9800, email info@eaglestalent.com, or visit his speaker profile at EaglesTalent.com and complete the booking inquiry form.