Whether he’s guiding athletes as they face new challenges at every level of their sport, mentoring entrepreneurs through the different phases of business and life, or engaging corporate leaders in the boardroom. He’s built a 20+ year career on meeting people where they are and helping them get to where they’re called to be—and his approach to speaking is no different.
DeVentri speaks to those who are determined to grow— He shares honest, hard-earned insight drawn from a life of setbacks, lessons, and wins that he had to fight for.
DeVentri’s journey is one of resilience, vision, and unwavering commitment. Statistically, the odds were stacked against him from the start—raised by a single mother in Minneapolis, without the knowledge or resources to compete as he advanced in athletics. As life unfolded, he faced personal challenges like becoming a young father and coping with the loss of his brother during the pandemic, all while his business was at a standstill. He also encountered major business obstacles, including eviction, difficult partnerships, and the absence of guidance as he grew.
Today, he leads a business that impacts countless lives, working closely with his son to carry the legacy forward. Supported by lifelong friends and coaches, DeVentri continues to grow a purpose-driven organization founded on trust, real connection, and lasting impact.
With over 20 years of experience in the business of training elite athletes, mentoring emerging leaders, and consulting businesses, DeVentri offers a rare blend of practical expertise and earned insight. The principles he shares are time-tested and actionable—not quick fixes or shortcuts, but foundational strategies that foster sustainable growth.
Audiences leave with more than motivation; they gain clear tools and mindset shifts grounded in real-world experience across sports and business. Whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or corporate team, DeVentri’s message equips you to face challenges head-on, unlock your unique strengths, and build a foundation for lasting success.
He is, simply put, the help he wished he had—as an athlete, a young man, and a business owner.
In this keynote, DeVentri shares how resourcefulness—not resources—has been the driving force behind his success. From building a business out of the trunk of his car to creating opportunities when none existed, he shows audiences how to recognize what’s in front of them, leverage their existing skills and connections, and take decisive action. This talk inspires people to stop waiting for perfect conditions and start creating momentum right where they are.
In this keynote, DeVentri unpacks the power of faith, patience, and stewardship in business and life. He shares how trusting God’s timing—and focusing on the work he could control instead of worrying about what he couldn’t—transformed his journey from humble beginnings to lasting impact. Audiences will learn how to integrate faith into their process, stay patient through uncertainty, and become responsible stewards of their resources, relationships, and influence.
For the past 4 years, DeVentri has been on the Men’s Health Advisory Board as a performance expert and mentor—contributing to conversations on strength, training methodology, and diversity in the fitness space. His insight helps shape content on the latest innovations in sports science, equipment, and athletic development. He also mentors other performance coaches, providing guidance and perspective to help them elevate their own practices.