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25px;font-size:17px;color:#344b63;line-height:1.7}\n\/* Ensure keynote headline remains readable over the dark photograph despite theme overrides. *\/\n#gd-home .gd-keynote h2{color:#ffffff !important;-webkit-text-fill-color:#ffffff !important;opacity:1 !important;text-shadow:0 2px 12px rgba(0,0,0,.35)}\n<\/style>\n<div id=\"gd-home\">\n  <section class=\"gd-hero\" id=\"gd-top\">\n    <div class=\"gd-wrap\"><nav class=\"gd-nav\" aria-label=\"Guy Doud site navigation\"><a class=\"gd-brand\" href=\"#gd-top\">GUY DOUD<small>Former National Teacher of the Year<\/small><span class=\"gd-brand-roles\">Keynote Speaker &nbsp;|&nbsp; Best-Selling Christian Author &nbsp;|&nbsp; Inspirational Leader<\/span><\/a><div class=\"gd-links\"><a href=\"#gd-speaking\">SPEAKING<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/?page_id=56\">ABOUT<\/a><a href=\"#gd-topics\">KEYNOTE TOPICS<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/?page_id=56\">BOOKS<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/?page_id=51\">CONTACT<\/a><a class=\"gd-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/?page_id=51\">INVITE GUY TO SPEAK \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/nav><\/div>\n    <div class=\"gd-wrap gd-hero-content\"><div class=\"gd-hero-copy\"><h1>The World<br>Has Changed.<br><em>The Human<br>Heart Hasn\u2019t.<\/em><\/h1><p class=\"gd-hero-sub\">Inspiring people to see potential, make a difference, and leave a legacy.<\/p><div class=\"gd-actions\"><a class=\"gd-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/?page_id=51\">INVITE GUY TO SPEAK \u2192<\/a><a class=\"gd-btn gd-btn-outline\" href=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/?page_id=56\">READ GUY\u2019S STORY \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n  <\/section>\n  <section class=\"gd-featured\"><div class=\"gd-wrap\"><div class=\"gd-kicker\">As Seen On &amp; Featured In<\/div><\/div><div class=\"gd-ticker\" aria-label=\"Media appearances\"><div class=\"gd-ticker-track\"><div class=\"gd-ticker-set\"><div class=\"gd-ticker-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/good_morning_america-1.png\" alt=\"Good Morning America\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"gd-ticker-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/focus_on_the_family-1.png\" alt=\"Focus on the Family\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"gd-ticker-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/cbn-1.png\" alt=\"CBN\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"gd-ticker-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/the_700_club-1.png\" alt=\"The 700 Club\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"gd-ticker-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/tbn-1.png\" alt=\"TBN\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gd-ticker-set\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"gd-ticker-item\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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-->\n  <section class=\"gd-trust\"><div class=\"gd-wrap\"><div class=\"gd-kicker\" style=\"color:#edc779\">Trusted by Leading Organizations<\/div><h2>Corporate &amp; Association Audiences<\/h2><div class=\"gd-corp-ticker\" aria-label=\"Corporate logo placement preview\"><div class=\"gd-corp-track\"><div class=\"gd-corp-set\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"gd-corp-name\">State Farm<\/span><span class=\"gd-corp-name\">Allstate<\/span><span class=\"gd-corp-name\">Nationwide<\/span><span class=\"gd-corp-name\">Liberty Mutual<\/span><span class=\"gd-corp-name\">Farmers Insurance<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-corp-set\"><span class=\"gd-corp-name\">State Farm<\/span><span class=\"gd-corp-name\">Allstate<\/span><span class=\"gd-corp-name\">Nationwide<\/span><span class=\"gd-corp-name\">Liberty Mutual<\/span><span class=\"gd-corp-name\">Farmers Insurance<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gd-trustline\">Representative placeholders \u2014 confirm Guy\u2019s actual client organizations before publication<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n  <section class=\"gd-legacy\" aria-label=\"Guy Doud's national recognition and bestselling book\">\n    <article class=\"gd-legacy-card\" id=\"gd-story\">\n      <div class=\"gd-legacy-image gd-legacy-reagan\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Guy Doud presidential award presentation image\"><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gd-legacy-content\"><div class=\"gd-kicker\">A Remarkable Journey<\/div><h2>National Teacher Of The Year<\/h2><p>In 1986, Guy Doud was honored as America\u2019s National Teacher of the Year and invited to the White House by President Ronald Reagan. His story is a testament to the extraordinary power of one person to make a difference in the lives of others.<\/p><a class=\"gd-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/?page_id=56\">HEAR GUY\u2019S STORY \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n    <\/article>\n    <article class=\"gd-legacy-card\" id=\"gd-book\">\n      <div class=\"gd-legacy-image gd-legacy-book\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Molder of Dreams book cover\"><\/div>\n      <div class=\"gd-legacy-content\"><div class=\"gd-kicker\">Best-Selling Christian Author<\/div><h2>Molder of Dreams<\/h2><p>The story of a teacher and his students\u2014and a reminder that the influence we have on others can last a lifetime.<\/p><p><strong>Guy Rice Doud<\/strong><\/p><a class=\"gd-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/?page_id=58\" aria-label=\"Watch Guy Speak\">SEE GUY SPEAK \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n    <\/article>\n  <\/section>\n  <section class=\"gd-keynote\" id=\"gd-speaking\"><div class=\"gd-wrap\"><div class=\"gd-kicker\">Keynote Presentations<\/div><h2>Messages That Matter.<br>For a World That Needs Them.<\/h2><p>Engaging. Relevant. Practical. Inspirational. Guy\u2019s presentations challenge, encourage, and equip people to make a positive difference in their workplaces, families, and communities.<\/p><a class=\"gd-btn\" href=\"#gd-topics\">EXPLORE KEYNOTE TOPICS \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/section>\n  <section class=\"gd-audiences\"><div class=\"gd-audience\"><div class=\"gd-symbol\">\u2667<\/div><h3>Corporate &amp;<br>Association Events<\/h3><p>Leadership, culture, and the human side of success.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"gd-audience\"><div class=\"gd-symbol\">\u2727<\/div><h3>Education &amp;<br>Student Audiences<\/h3><p>Inspiring the next generation to see what\u2019s possible.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"gd-audience\"><div class=\"gd-symbol\">&#x271d;<\/div><h3>Churches &amp;<br>Faith-Based Events<\/h3><p>Hope, purpose, and a legacy that lasts.<\/p><\/div><\/section>\n  <section class=\"gd-real-reviews\" id=\"gd-reviews\"><div class=\"gd-wrap\"><div class=\"gd-kicker\">In Their Own Words<\/div><h2>What Audiences Are Saying<\/h2><p class=\"gd-reviews-intro\">The lasting impact of Guy\u2019s message, told by the organizations who invited him.<\/p><div class=\"gd-review-grid\"><figure class=\"gd-review\"><blockquote>\u201cYour presentation helped us accomplish the goals established for our professional growth.\u201d<\/blockquote><figcaption>\u2014 Lake Forest School District 67<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"gd-review\"><blockquote>\u201cThe most memorable speaker ever! I could have listened to him the entire morning!\u201d<\/blockquote><figcaption>\u2014 Board of Education, Wicomico County<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"gd-review\"><blockquote>\u201cWe enjoyed every minute of your presentation and would love to hear it again!\u201d<\/blockquote><figcaption>\u2014 Knox County Career Center<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"gd-review\"><blockquote>\u201cGuy\u2019s message touches the hearts &amp; minds of everyone involved in education.\u201d<\/blockquote><figcaption>\u2014 Intermediate Unit #117, Pennsylvania<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"gd-review\"><blockquote>\u201cYou are the first speaker we have had to receive a standing ovation!\u201d<\/blockquote><figcaption>\u2014 North Carolina Telecommunications Industry Association<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"gd-review\"><blockquote>\u201cYour speech was the best closing session we have had in 9 years!\u201d<\/blockquote><figcaption>\u2014 North Dakota Telephone Association<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n  <section class=\"gd-topics\" id=\"gd-topics\"><div class=\"gd-wrap\"><div class=\"gd-kicker\">Signature Keynotes<\/div><h2>Timeless Truths. Timely Messages.<\/h2><div class=\"gd-topicgrid\"><article class=\"gd-topic\"><h3>The World Has Changed. The Human Heart Hasn\u2019t.<\/h3><p>In an age of artificial intelligence and constant change, the enduring power of human connection, compassion, and influence matters more than ever.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"gd-topic\"><h3>Forgotten, Not Gone.<\/h3><p>A moving message about purpose, dignity, and the wisdom older generations still have to offer\u2014and why every season of life matters.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"gd-topic\"><h3>The Future Isn\u2019t What It Used to Be.<\/h3><p>Helping students, families, and educators find courage, character, and direction in a world they can no longer predict.<\/p><\/article><\/div><a class=\"gd-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/?page_id=51\">ASK ABOUT AVAILABILITY \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/section>\n  <section class=\"gd-history\" id=\"gd-history\"><div class=\"gd-wrap\"><div class=\"gd-kicker\">A Legacy of Inspiration<\/div><h2>Previous Speaking Engagements<\/h2><p class=\"gd-history-intro\">A selection of engagements and organizations identified in Guy\u2019s speaking history.<\/p><div class=\"gd-history-grid\"><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Kaleidoscope of Learning Conference<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Delaware Prayer Breakfast<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>St. Edith Catholic Church<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>University of Nebraska at Kearney<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>National FFA Convention<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Roanoke College \u2014 Copenhaver Conference<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Arkansas State Teachers Association<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Diocese of Worcester Men\u2019s Conference<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>FACCS\/IACCS Christian Educators\u2019 Convention<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Closing the Gap Conference \u2014 John A. Logan College<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>White River Valley Jr.\/Sr. High School<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Battelle for Kids Conference<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>ACES Annual Convocation<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>National Rural Electric Association<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>National School Boards Association<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>National Association of Secondary School Principals<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Intermediate Unit #17<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Tri-District Inservice Program \/ Lake Forest School District 67<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Presidential Scholars Luncheon<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>7th International Laymen\u2019s Conference<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Association of Independent Maryland Schools Annual Fall Conference<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>North Dakota Council of Teachers of English Annual Conference<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Texas A&amp;M International University Teachers Rally<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Foothill SELPA Special Education Conference<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Fullerton School District Staff Convocation<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Foothills Christian School Spring Banquet<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Right to Life of Southwestern Indiana Spring Banquet<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Bethel University<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Young Life Leadership Assemblies<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Christian Hour House Assembly<\/span><\/div><div class=\"gd-history-entry\"><span>Cedar Rapids Library Lecture<\/span><\/div><\/div><div style=\"text-align:center;margin-top:34px\"><a class=\"gd-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/guydoud.com\/?page_id=84\">SEE MORE \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n  <section class=\"gd-ceremony-invite\" aria-label=\"Weddings and memorial services\"><div class=\"gd-wrap\"><div class=\"gd-kicker\">Beyond the Keynote Stage<\/div><h2>For Life\u2019s Most Meaningful Moments<\/h2><p>From joyful wedding ceremonies and vow renewals to heartfelt memorials and celebrations of life, Guy brings warmth, compassion, and a gift for storytelling to the moments that matter most. 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