Ron Thurston is a two-time #1 bestselling author, keynote speaker, podcast host, and passionate advocate for human potential in the age of AI. Recognized as a Retail Voice by NRF, a Top 100 Retail Technology Influencer for four consecutive years, and a Top Retail Expert for five, Ron has dedicated his career to helping people and brands thrive where humanity and technology meet. With over 30 years leading teams at Apple, Gap, West Elm, Tory Burch, Bonobos, and Saint Laurent, he has seen firsthand that the future of work isn’t just about innovation—it’s about how we lead as humans. Ron’s first book, Retail Pride, became a rallying cry for frontline excellence and career ownership, celebrating an entire industry that often goes unseen yet powers everything we love about retail. His newest book, HUMAN PRIDE: Optimizing Your Human Potential in a Digital Job Market, expands that message even further—a bold call to action for anyone navigating change, leading teams, or future-proofing their career. It’s about clarity, connection, and the confidence to lead with purpose in a world of constant disruption. Through his signature keynotes—Reveal Your Power, Connect With Purpose, and Transform With Pride—Ron ignites meaningful transformation for leaders and teams. Whether he’s on stage, in the boardroom, or hosting his podcast, he challenges audiences to move beyond systems and lead with impact, empathy, and pride. Ron is building a future where performance and pride go hand in hand—and where humanity becomes every leader’s greatest competitive edge.