David Skidmore

Activist, Artist, Athlete, Blogger, Business leader, Change agent, Christian, Connector, Consultant, Entrepreneur, Event planner, Filmmaker, Idea generator, Musician, Performer, Producer, Single, World traveler, Writer/Editor

David Skidmore is the Creative Director for SALLT. David is at the helm of leading our forthcoming podcast network, video design, magazine, music, and digital space. He is an inspirational speaker who hoists sails and starts fires. David is known for his humorous delivery and passionate communication style. For over a decade, David is a sought-after communicator for events ranging from small gatherings in the mountains to crowds of thousands. David is a storyteller, vision shaper, and connector. He is the founder of LeaderGrowth, Lion Leader, and The Clarity Workshop where he helps people clarify their vision to create the life they want. David also coaches speakers professionally. He holds a degree from Oklahoma Christian University. David is one of the organizers of TEDxOklahomaCity.

People, leadership development, finding the perfect pizza.

Creativity is about thinking inside the box. When you embrace your parameters, you can create from that place. Instead of looking and focusing on what you don't have, focus on what you do have. Use what is within the box to create something that would not have otherwise existed.

Communication, Connecting, Creative Thinking, Focus, Speaking, Strategy, Team Building, Writing

I always loved TED talks. Then my friend Bryan Clifton asked me if I would like to help him with TEDxOklahomaCity in 2019. I told him I could help coach the speakers. A few months later, I was co-organizing the event with him. I had the opportunity to coach 11 speakers the first year, and am currently coaching 8 speakers this year. I love being able to be part of the process in guiding people to help the greater world through these important talks.

Basketball and cooking. I also created a music album this year called UNSTUCK with a hip-hop producer known as Kadence.