Speaking

“Hughes Suffren came to Fresno State and gave a riveting lecture that blew us away. Mr. Suffren delivered a wide range of topics, penetrating analyses, and wise recommendations for improving student performance and quality of life. His talk was invaluable, and the students commented on this for more than a year after the presentation. Mr. Suffren is a master lecturer and mentor and would be a great addition to any plans designed to improve students’ sense of belonging, ability to plan, and overall well-being.“

— T. Hasan Johnson, Ph.D. Africana Studies, California State University, Fresno

Hughes has experience serving as an emcee for events of all scales, ranging from intimate gatherings of 50 people to large congregations of up to 10,000 individuals, with a keen appreciation for each unique event.

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Hughes Suffren, speaker on Personal Growth

Choose Your Focus

When you book Hughes, he creates a custom program for you and your goals. In preparation for your planning call, it is essential to consider what outcomes you want to achieve. Hughes will then select and blend various elements to create a unique mixture ideally attuned to your needs.

  • Improved Communications

  • Increased Confidence

  • Effective Leadership

  • Acceptance to Change

  • Personal Growth

  • Black History & Culture

  • Identity & Diversity

  • Encouraging Young Scholars

  • Health & Wellness

“[Mr. Suffren] Your presentation had an indelible impact on me and was a catalyst that helped change the trajectory of my life forever. That very presentation helped me to discover my rich African heritage and forever embrace/value the color of my brown skin.”

— Dr. Chanda J. Mason, BS, RDH, CDHC

  • Event Host & Emcee

    With his exceptional talent for captivating and energizing audiences, Hughes is the ideal choice to serve as emcee for any gathering or conference.

    In addition, his infectious enthusiasm and extensive expertise distinguish him as an outstanding host, which has led to his repeated selection as an emcee by numerous satisfied clients.

  • Keynote Speaker

    Hughes Suffren, a renowned keynote speaker, performance coach, and author, has made it his life’s mission to assist individuals in discovering their inherent gifts. Despite everyone having unique talents and abilities, societal constraints often obscure these gifts. By altering our mindset, we can uncover our true potential and find our spark.

    With over three decades of experience, Hughes Suffren possesses the expertise and motivation to guide you in discovering your inner drive and releasing your gifts to the world. He has worked with prominent businesses, non-profit organizations, educators, and students, successfully helping numerous individuals uncover their potential. Let Hughes Suffren help you find your fuel and unleash your gifts as well.

  • Panel Moderator

    Facilitating educational events can be challenging, particularly when it comes to maintaining a set schedule, keeping the discussions relevant to the intended subject matter, and highlighting the unique characteristics of each participant.

    Hughes’ background in counseling and interviewing gives him a distinct advantage. He has successfully facilitated panels covering a wide range of topics, including trends in minority-owned businesses and matters related to diversity and inclusion.

 Let’s discuss your event

“After you delivered your Overcoming Obstacles workshop, the lives of our training staff and members changed forever. Your personal growth strategies gave our participants strong direction in lockstep with our company mission and vision. Thank you so much!”

— Cynthia Johnson, Assistant Manager, Lifetime Athletic