ABOUT
Let’s get introduced
I’m Joey Stutson
EVERY LEADER NEEDS A FRIEND,
My story is a unique blend of service, leadership, and faith-driven inspiration. I was featured in USA Today and various news outlets during my deployment to Iraq as an infantryman during my first year at LSU. Upon returning, I played for the NCAA BCS National Championship football team, two powerful experiences that shaped my view on leadership and real life.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the honor of working alongside leadership legend Dr. Ken Blanchard, and I even featured in a video interview with him on the impact of “The One Minute Manager.” I bring humor, candor, and actionable insights to my keynotes, drawing from my time as a preacher, Army chaplain, and public speaker. My goal is to build real-life inspiration for leaders grounded in service, humility, and real life inspiration that impacts a healthy influence.
Our LinkedIn community continues to grow, where I share weekly inspiration through my “Real Life Leadership” articles.
From the Battlefield to the Locker Room to the Boardroom
My story made the local news on Fox News 8 in the segment “The Ties That Bind Us” and I am featured at the William A. Brookshire LSU Military Museum. As both a former LSU football player and a combat veteran, I’ve had the honor of living through some of life’s toughest battles—on and off the field.
But the real story is not about medals or moments—it’s about how faith, discipline, and inspiration helped me overcome burnout, boredom, and anxiety to discover a deeper calling.
I’ve had the privilege of speaking to:
Tulane Football and student-athletes across the country
Corporate teams as a leadership and sales trainer
Executives as a host and guest in virtual roundtables with Dr. Ken Blanchard’s organization
Churches, ministries, and nonprofit groups as a preacher and chaplain
My talks blend raw honesty, real-life inspiration, and practical tools that help people push through pain, build resilience, and lead with conviction. Whether you’re developing champions on the field, in the office, or in everyday life—this message connects.
If your team, company, or event needs a speaker who can bring heart, grit, and leadership perspective, I’d be honored to serve.
Mission & Vision
Our Mission is to influence Real-Life Inspiration by engaging leaders and establishing foundations to build real life joy and impact. We do this through a growing community on LinkedIn called Real-Life With Joey Stutson, keynotes, workshops and one relationship at a time.
VISION:
Engaging People, Inspiring Real-Life Work.
Mission:
The 4 E’s:
- Engage Leaders
- Establish foundations at home and work
- Equip people to be Servant Leaders
- Empower leaders with Inspiration and Impact
My Family Values
We have seven core values
(L.E.A.D.E.R.S.)
Love
At the end of our lives we will face the reality that our best friend will be thinking about what’s for lunch after our funeral. How do you want those closest to you to speak about you when your gone?
Enthusiasm
We work with inspiration in life and relationships.
Attitude
We do real work together, not just events.
Excellence
We engage PEOPLE with excellence.
Discipline
We develop SERVANT LEADERS who understand ROI starts and ends with Discipline.
Respect
We value long-term relationships.
Servant Leadership
The world is in desperate need for a new leadership model. We serve first and lead second.
Why us?
Joey and Allie Stutson
Veteran-Owned Family Business
The most effective people win at home and work. Set a vision and provide direction, flip the organizational program upside down, and create work passion by investing in your people’s lives. The impact will be accelerated customer devotion and legendary organizational vitality.
Joey Stutson
