Meet Frank

As a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), Frank Kitchen is a dynamic motivational speaker, author, and a leading authority on performance mindset and team motivation. Frank shares researched based strategies with organizations around the world for elevating individual and team performance and achieving exceptional results.

Frank’s engaging presentations emphasize the impact mindset has on leadership and performance. Frank’s journey as a professional speaker began in 2015 after he was unexpectedly fired from his job on Father’s Day weekend. With a pregnant wife and a two-year-old son, Frank made the bold decision to pursue his long-held dream of becoming a full-time professional speaker. Since that turning point, he has used his personal story of resilience and transformation to inspire audiences worldwide to Flip their Mindset and Cook Up the Results they Hunger for in their Career, Business, or Organization.

In his presentations, Frank frequently draws on culinary metaphors to engage audiences. His signature philosophy, "Live F.R.E.S.H.," is the cornerstone of his teaching. This acronym stands for the process that encourages individuals to overcome barriers and reach their highest potential by focusing on goals, cultivating positive relationships, and serving others. Frank emphasizes the value of a proactive, positive mental attitude that can drive both individual and team success, a theme that resonates across his various topics, which include talent development, professional growth, entrepreneurship, public speaking and community building.

In addition to his speaking career, Frank is an accomplished author of several books that expand on his motivational principles. His titles include "Fresh from the Kitchen: 44 Tasty Techniques to Cook Up the Professional Dreams You Hunger For" and "52 Ways to Shine: Discovering Your Value and Leaving an Impact". These books offer practical techniques and insights for readers who aspire to lead fulfilling lives and make an impact in their communities and professions.

Frank’s work extends beyond speaking and writing; he has made significant contributions to the nonprofit sector, particularly through his role as a fundraising auctioneer. He is one of the first African Americans to earn the Benefit Auctioneer Specialist (BAS) designation from the National Auctioneer Association, He has used his skills to raise millions of dollars annually for a variety of charitable organizations across the United States. 

With a global client list that includes corporations, educational institutions, and government organizations, Frank’s interactive learning experiences have been well-received by audiences across different industries. He has been recognized by the National Speakers Association as one of the top professional speakers in the world, a testament to his ability to connect with and inspire diverse groups. His unique approach combines storytelling with practical strategies that create a memorable and transformative experience for his audiences.

Frank lives in Phoenix, Arizona, with his wife, Kelly, and their two children. When not speaking, he enjoys engaging in community service, volunteering, and spending time outdoors with his family.