Steve Kane
An Empowering Keynote Speaker
Inspiring leaders to embrace health, resilience, and virtue-driven leadership for lasting industry change.
Driving Transformation in Transportation
The transportation industry faces persistent challenges—high turnover, preventable accidents, soaring work comp costs and siloed culture. Despite advancements in technology and stricter regulations, these issues persist. A key factor? We employ one of the statistically unhealthiest workforces in the nation.
But what if the real solution starts with you? Optimizing your health, mindset, and performance doesn't just improve productivity and leadership—it inspires a stronger, healthier workforce, one capable of overcoming industry-wide obstacles.
I've lived this transformation firsthand, defying the impossible to discover new possibilities. My journey has taught me that true leadership isn't about avoiding hardship—it's about using it as fuel for growth.
An Unbreakable Journey
From homelessness to executive leadership, Steve's story is one of resilience and transformation
Stephen Kane's life is a testament to resilience and transformation. From homelessness to living in a tent, to the cab of a semi-truck, he used adversity as fuel to rise into executive leadership in the transportation industry.
A cancer survivor and pacemaker recipient, Stephen has faced death and refused to back down. As an Ironman triathlete, boxer, and martial artist, he has pushed beyond limits, proving that true strength lies in mindset and perseverance. He embodies the unbreakable spirit needed to turn obstacles into opportunities and lead with purpose.
Beyond his personal journey, Stephen is committed to giving back. His humanitarian efforts include Ironman for a Prosthetic Hand, providing prosthetics to those in need, and leading the Waypoint Vets Virtual Walk & Bike Ride Across America, supporting veterans through challenge and community. He also spearheads Push-Ups for Love, raising awareness for the homeless and mental health, and the Show Love Program, working with children in the Philippines to provide resources and mentorship. His relentless drive to serve and inspire proves that no challenge is insurmountable with purpose, resilience, and heart.
Keynote Presentation
Steve's signature keynote challenges industry professionals to rethink leadership and embrace transformation
Transportation Transformation
"Transportation Transformation" is a powerful keynote that challenges industry professionals to rethink leadership by embracing seven key virtues and improving well-being as the foundation for lasting change. Through personal storytelling and actionable insights, Stephen Kane inspires audiences to turn adversity into opportunity, lead with virtue, and create a culture of integrity, health, and impact in their organizations and the industry at large.
Leading with Virtue
Learn how to lead with authenticity and purpose, creating lasting impact through principled leadership. Discover how virtue-based leadership transforms organizations from the inside out.
Embracing Vulnerability
Discover how vulnerability becomes your greatest strength in building trust and fostering genuine connections. Learn how authentic leadership creates stronger teams and more resilient organizations.
Turning Hardships into Superpowers
Transform challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation through resilience and determination. Learn how adversity becomes the foundation for extraordinary achievement.
The Highway to Seven
The key to transformation lies in embracing these seven virtues that drive lasting change:
Self-Responsibility
Owning your actions, choices, and growth
Resilience
Adapting, overcoming, and pushing forward in any challenge
Conscientiousness
Leading with integrity, discipline, and accountability
Gratitude
Turning appreciation into motivation and momentum
Kindness
Creating impact through empathy, connection, and service
Purpose
Defining your "why" and leading with intention
Wisdom
Making the right decisions for long-term success
Through powerful storytelling and actionable strategies, I help leaders, teams, and individuals break through barriers, shift perspectives, build resilience, and lead with integrity.
What Industry Leaders Say
Hear directly from transportation industry executives about the impact of Steve's speaking engagements
Daren Wingard
Executive Director, NATERA
"Steve's presentation was not only informative, talking about the creation of Rolling Strong and the mission of helping drivers with their health and wellness, but it was also a really personal story about his journey and very inspirational. The main takeaway was learning from the hard things we go through and the lessons we can learn from that—how we can grow, get better, and get stronger as we come out of those moments."
Daren Wingard
Executive Director, NATERA
"Steve's story is a story for us all as his path to resilience serves as a model for business change. Steve's presentation was filled with energy and insightful initiatives that enable businesses to adapt to a fast and changing competitive climate."
Mark Codd, Ph.D.
Vice President, People Results
North American Transportation Employee Relations Association
"I heard Steve Kane speak at our recent NATERA Conference. He is a truly inspiring and transformative speaker. His powerful message, authenticity, and passion deeply resonated with me, leaving me feeling motivated and empowered to take action. He doesn't just speak, he connects, challenges, and uplifts. Through Rolling Strong, he will continue to make a positive impact on the trucking industry and our drivers. Highly recommended."
Mike Stutzman
Director - HR Business Partner
CRST
Speaking Engagements
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NATERA 2025
Keynote: "Transportation Transformation"
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Get in Touch
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steve@stevekane.com
Phone
913-205-4901
Audiences
Corporate Events, Industry Conferences, Leadership Retreats, Team Building Workshops