Overview
Dr. Eric Thomas (ET) is a New York Times bestselling author, educator, pastor, and world-touring motivational speaker known as “ET, The Hip Hop Preacher.” His creative, common-sense approach to success has reached global audiences through social media, tours, coaching programmes, and consulting for major brands and sports franchises.
As CEO of ETA LLC, he and his team work with Fortune 500 companies and athletes who want performance mindset paired with practical life and leadership change.
What they teach
ET’s ecosystem emphasizes:
- Relentless desire and disciplined execution (“want to succeed as bad as you want to breathe”)
- Coaching, personality assessment, and certified-coach pathways
- Youth and education initiatives alongside adult leadership work
- High-energy keynotes for organizations and teams
Formats include speaking, online training and coaching, masterminds, school-days programmes, and a non-profit foundation thread.
Who it's for
- Organizations booking high-impact motivational keynotes
- Individuals seeking coaching and daily accountability with ET’s methods
- Aspiring coaches pursuing certification
- Youth and education audiences through school and foundation programmes
Frequently asked
Speaker only?
Speaking is flagship, but the brand also includes coaching, certification, youth programmes, and enterprise consulting.
Corporate fit?
ET has consulted for major companies (e.g., Nike, Under Armour, UPS, AT&T) and pro sports franchises.
Faith-informed?
ET is also a pastor; messaging blends motivational teaching with values-driven life change.
How do I book or start?
Use the official site’s booking and programme pathways for speaking, coaching, or certification.