Meet Daniel Lewis - Author & Entrepreneur Speaker

Human-Centric Workplace Culture & Sales Expert, Motivational Storyteller

Daniel Lewis

Daniel Lewis is an author, entrepreneur, and international keynote speaker who brings Human Caffeine energy to every stage. As the proud founder of the award-winning tea company T By Daniel, he blends people-first insights with bold business strategies to help organizations lead and live with connection. From startup and tech stages in Estonia, to sales summits in the UK, to global powerhouses like Forbes in Dubai, Daniel’s voice has inspired audiences across the world. Along the way, he’s shared the stage with artists like Pitbull and even had the rare honor of serving tea to His Majesty King Charles III—infusing business with culture in unforgettable ways.

Biography

Author, entrepreneur, and international keynote speaker Daniel Lewis is the proud founder of the award-winning tea company T By Daniel. Daniel helps people and organizations adopt a more human-centric approach to business, leadership, and life.

Dubbed “Human Caffeine” for his stage presence, his people-first outlook and bold, experiential business tactics have earned him national recognition and numerous accolades, including the 2014 Young Entrepreneur of the Year, 2016 Business Excellence Award, 2017 Top 40 Under 40 Entrepreneurs, and most recently, the 2025 Smart Speaker Award for “Best of the Stage!”.

From startup and tech stages in Estonia, to customer service and sales summits in the UK, to inspiring audiences for global powerhouses like Forbes in Dubai, Daniel’s voice has resonated across the world. Along the way, he’s even shared the stage with award-winning artists like Pitbull, blending business with culture in unforgettable ways.

Daniel’s success with his retail tea brand has also landed him the rare honour of serving His Majesty King Charles III during his 2017 Royal Tour to Canada.  Whether serving tea to a King or ideas to a crowd, Daniel’s gift is creating unforgettable moments of connection.

Published Books:

Expertise

Leadership Speaker
Workplace Culture
Sales
Customer Service
Motivational Keynote Speaker
Emcee

Videos

Keynote Topics

ThePOP (The Power of Personality): Unlock Your Edge. Elevate Your Brand.

In a world full of copy-paste brands and recycled messaging, there’s one competitive edge no one else can replicate: YOU.

While everyone’s out chasing the next “unique” product or service, most overlook the most magnetic asset they already have, their personality.
Your vibe. Your voice. Your quirks, your truth, your way of showing up.

That’s the real differentiator.

In this electrifying, story-driven keynote, award-winning entrepreneur and customer experience strategist Daniel Lewis helps you unleash the power of who you are and teaches you how to infuse it into your business, brand, and every single touchpoint with your audience.

This isn’t just a talk, it’s a personality revolution.
Get ready to unlearn the script and relearn yourself.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• Cultivate a “Child-Like” approach to their marketing & advertising.

• Learn to identify and utilize customization and personalization in all aspects of their customer’s experience.

• Become better recruiters for their organizations and design a more tailored standard of success for their teams.

THE ELEVATED EXPERIENCE: How to ROCKET LAUNCH your customer experience & your team at the same time!

What if the secret to delivering unforgettable customer experiences… didn’t start with the customer at all? 👀

In this high-energy, story-packed keynote, international speaker and award-winning entrepreneur Daniel Lewis reveals a powerful 5-part framework (E.I.E.I.O) that shows how to elevate your external results by transforming what’s happening inside your culture first.

Because here’s the truth:
✨ Happy teams = Hyped-up service
✨ Empowered people = Elevated experiences
✨ Inspired employees = Impactful moments for your guests

When your team is energized, aligned, and thriving, the ripple effect is electric. And suddenly, everything starts to level up.

This isn’t about surface-level smiles or customer service “scripts.”
It’s about creating an atmosphere where your people come alive and your customers can feel the difference.

Learning Outcomes:

A repeatable 5-part framework to elevate your CX from the inside out
A new mindset for team leadership, engagement, and retention
Practical tools to create WOW moments without burning out your people

Connection is the New Currency: Where Relationships Become the Real ROI

What if the future of business wasn’t about who has the slickest pitch or the biggest budget, but about who can create the deepest connection?

In this high-energy keynote, international speaker, award-winning entrepreneur, and master storyteller Daniel Lewis will take the stage to show why, in today’s fast-moving, tech-driven world, relationships, experiences, and community are the true ROI.

With stories that span from serving tea to royalty, to working with global brands like Forbes, and grassroots communities alike, Daniel delivers more than a keynote, he delivers a spark. His sessions are known for being equal parts laugh-out-loud, lean-in-close, and leave-with-goosebumps.

This isn’t theory. It’s a people-first playbook for how buyers, suppliers, and industry leaders can build bonds that go far beyond transactions and transform into partnerships that last for years.

Expect to walk away buzzing with energy, inspired by fresh stories, and armed with practical insights you can apply immediately. Because in today’s marketplace, connection isn’t just nice to have, it’s the currency that multiplies everything else.

Learning Outcomes:

Relationships close the deal long before contracts do.
Discover how to use your personality and presence as the ultimate differentiator in business.
Shared experiences create unshakable trust. Learn why the most powerful connections aren’t built in boardrooms, but through authentic, memorable moments.
Communities compound. Understand how one strong connection can spark many, fueling referrals, collaborations, and long-term impact.

Get ready to laugh. Lean in and leave with ideas (and energy) you’ll be buzzing about long after the conference lights go out!

Hooked: How to Win Customers, Build Loyalty, and Drive Sales!

In today’s competitive market, customers don’t just buy products, they buy stories, connections, and experiences. If you want to capture their attention and keep it, you’ve got to make them Hooked.

In this high-energy, value-packed presentation, Daniel Lewis—international speaker, award-winning entrepreneur, and master storyteller, shows you how to leverage the power of storytelling to turn casual customers into loyal fans and drive meaningful growth for your business.

Through real-world examples, actionable strategies, and a touch of humour, Daniel will help you tap into what truly resonates with customers and create experiences they won’t forget.

4 Major Takeaways

Storytelling That Sells – Learn how to craft compelling stories that turn products and services into must-haves.
Creating Emotional Connections – Discover how to win hearts, not just wallets, by connecting your brand with what matters most to your customers.
Moments That Stick – Uncover how to turn every customer interaction into a story worth sharing, creating loyalty that drives repeat business and referrals.
Empowering Your Team – See how storytelling can inspire your team, boost morale, and help employees connect with the bigger mission of your company.

Thriving Minds, Limitless Performance: How to Show Up at 100%

In a world that demands so much of us, showing up at 100% every day can feel impossible.

But what if peak performance wasn’t about doing more… and instead about doing what’s most aligned with who you really are?

In this high-energy, perspective-shifting keynote, international speaker and award-winning entrepreneur Daniel Lewis helps your team reimagine performance through the lens of mindset, purpose, and personal sustainability.

With his unique blend of raw storytelling, humour, and practical strategy, Daniel introduces his empowering P.E.A.K. framework — a fresh take on what it means to perform, lead, and live at your highest potential, without losing yourself in the process.

This talk is more than motivational, it’s a movement toward redefining success from the inside out.

Learning Outcomes:

A mindset shift to help you access clarity and focus under pressure
Tools to build self-awareness and lead with more authenticity
Real strategies to protect your energy, prioritize your well-being, and show up fully in work and in life

Because thriving isn’t about pushing harder.
It’s about aligning deeper.
Let’s unlock your limitless.

The 3 Ingredients Every Culture Needs to Evolve and Elevate

(People. Purpose. Play.)

Change doesn’t begin with a new policy or a shiny mission statement. Real change starts at the culture level, in everyday conversations, decisions, meetings, breakdowns and breakthroughs. It’s messy. Emotional. Human. And that’s where the magic lives.

In this high-energy, straight-from-the-frontlines session, international speaker and award-winning entrepreneur Daniel Lewis blends street-smart business wisdom with real-life experience to deliver a refreshing take on change management.

Having built his own team from scratch (after working in everything from fast food to fine dining and flipping burgers to flipping boardrooms), Daniel knows what it takes to create a culture that doesn’t just handle change, it uses it to evolve and elevate.

This keynote is perfect for any organization navigating transformation, growth, or reinvention. Because when your people are aligned, your purpose is clear, and your workplace knows how to play, that’s when things start to move.

Audience Takeaways:

People First, Always Shift your team’s mindset from resistance to readiness by tapping into what truly drives them.
Purpose on Every Project Discover how to link everyday tasks to long-term vision and impact even under pressure.
Add a Dash of Play Learn how fun, creativity, and human connection fuel performance, adaptability, and loyalty.

If you’re looking for a keynote that’s packed with energy, stories, and practical tools all grounded in real experience this one’s for you. Let’s serve it up.

Testimonials

Daniel was the keynote speaker at one of our agency events. He spoke so passionately about resilience, perseverance and the journey to achieving one’s goals. Daniel was so well received; staff were engaged and literally ignited by his delivery and presence!

Michelle Lewis, Director, Clinical Services at CMHA Peel

As a planner, I am always searching for keynote speakers who can truly connect with the audiences I serve. This year, I had the absolute pleasure of welcoming Daniel as the opening keynote at the 27th Annual NERSC conference, and he exceeded every expectation.

From our very first Zoom meeting, I knew Daniel was the right fit. He brought incredible energy, a warm and welcoming presence, and a genuine commitment to making his message resonate with our group. He took the time to thoughtfully tailor his presentation to our group, and it showed. Every single one of our 600 attendees was engaged, and that is not easy to do! Many said he was the best keynote we have had in years and asked if we could bring him back again.

If you are a planner looking for a keynote speaker who is dynamic, responsive, professional, and truly engaging, I highly recommend working with Daniel and his team. They were thoughtful, thorough, and an absolute joy to collaborate with. And if you are an attendee preparing to hear Daniel speak, you are in for a real treat!

Thank you Daniel for joining us in Connecticut and sharing your light with our community!

Sam Roccapriore, Director of Events, New England Resident Service Coordinators, Inc.

Daniel’s presentation was incredible. He delivered an engaging and inspiring presentation that also provided some practical tips and tools for navigating change – like I have never heard presented before! So well done!