Speaking

Invite Luke to inspire your audience to go deeper.

Helping develop the agency to lead.

Luke has spoken to audiences large and small on a wide range of topics for nearly 20 years as a practitioner, entrepreneur, and scholar.

His new book, The One and the Ninety-Nine: Forging Identity in an Age of Social Contagion (St. Martin’s Press, June 2026), extends the work he began in Wanting — bringing René Girard’s mimetic theory to bear on the questions that now define daily life: who we become under algorithms, what agency means in the age of AI, and how a person stays a person inside the crowd. He’s also the creator of Work as Soulcraft, an eight-module course launching July 6 at learn.lukeburgis.com. Audiences leave with a sharper diagnosis of the forces shaping them and a more honest sense of what to do about it.

What to Expect

Luke’s keynote talks and workshops bridge the gap between heads and hearts—they’re intellectually stimulating but spur deeper reflection and contemplation that lasts far beyond the end of the talk.

What People Are Saying

"After listening to Luke speak, his ideas haunted me for weeks, popping up in unexpected moments. He makes you question everything you thought you knew, but in an inspiring way. His ideas are big enough to undercut your basic assumptions about what you want out of life. Every writer and speaker desires to do that to an audience, but few can get in your head the way Luke does."

Gunny ScarfoCo-Founder, Nonfiction.co

"Luke Burgis drives deep awareness and offers simple solutions to navigating an often complex world. His background in entrepreneurship, business and study of the human condition, combined with a measured and dedicated approach to speaking and teaching, addresses the wants of his audiences while providing concepts and tools to help serve their needs. I trust his approach, his depth and his experience, which you will recognize immediately once you work with him."

David JackReebok

"Luke Burgis brings conviction and power and deep dedication to the craft of public speaking. On several occasions, I've had the privilege of listening to him speak in front of large audiences. Luke’s way is never a memorized "stump speech.” He shapes his remarks to most effectively resonate with the particular group in a highly engaging, even intimate, way--while also challenging them. Luke leaves a strong impression!"

Dr. Joshua MillerSIMA International

"Luke's storytelling ability, presence, and sincerity are exceptional. I've had the opportunity to see Luke in various contexts, and the result is always the same--a truly impactful speaker who is able to communicate wisdom in a highly personal way, even in front of a large audience."

Andreas WidmerDirector, Center for Principled Entrepreneurship

"In his speaking, Luke combines real world experience in the business world, deep theological thinking, and a clear passion for helping people discover their unique vocations. Using his own fascinating background as an illustration, he inspires others to pursue their personal callings in pursuit of the common good."

Tyler CastleAmerican Enterprise Institute

"Luke’s style and presentation are engaging and interactive. He’ll captivate the attention of audiences young and old. Luke weaves a tapestry of personal stories and anecdotes that communicate what matters most in life. From Bob Dylan to Robert Frost to Mother Teresa, he reminds us that at the core, we are moved by persons--not programs or things or the latest technology. Luke motivated all of us to reach outside of ourselves to help others find purpose and meaning. His talk was filled with humor and seriousness--you will not leave it unmoved. I cannot recommend Luke more highly as a speaker for your group or organization."

Richard Gordon, Esq.Snell & Wilmer, L.L.P.

Enroll in my next Workshop July 17-21, 2024

Invite Luke to inspire your audience to go deeper.

Helping develop the agency to lead.

What to Expect

What People Are Saying

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