Vulnerability isn’t weakness. It’s the foundation of resilient leadership, thriving teams, and lasting transformation.
Reggie D. Ford redefines what strength looks like in high-performing spaces. As a mental health advocate and founder of the Vulnerability Muscle™ framework, Reggie helps corporate leaders and organizations build emotionally intelligent cultures rooted in trust, resilience, and psychological safety.
Through the lens of his own powerful journey—from severe dysfunction to national recognition—Reggie inspires individuals and teams to lead with authenticity, transform adversity into growth, and thrive with purpose. His message has reached Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, sports organizations, and schools across the world.
Success without safety is fragile. High performance without emotional intelligence is unsustainable. And leadership without vulnerability lacks trust.
The Vulnerability Muscle™ framework trains individuals and organizations to:
This dynamic keynote introduces the Vulnerability Muscle™ framework, showing how organizations can lead with courage, foster trust, and drive innovation through psychological safety. Reggie blends storytelling with science to equip audiences with the tools to thrive—individually and together.
Reggie is also the bestselling author of Perseverance Through Severe Dysfunction—a powerful memoir about trauma, healing, and the journey from pain to peace. He hosts the Vulnerability Muscle podcast, where leaders and changemakers open up about what it means to lead with heart.
Bring Reggie’s powerful message of vulnerability, resilience, and psychological safety to your company, conference, or community.
We’re honored by your interest in bringing Reggie to your event or organization! His calendar fills quickly — secure your date today and take the first step toward lasting impact.
