public speaking engagements

Helping high performing adults build stronger homes, not just stronger careers.

Speaking That Creates Real Change

If your community, parent group, church, or organization supports household leaders and you are looking for a dynamic, engaging speaker, HomeGrown Leadership is ready to serve.

Real change often begins with a single A-HA moment. The moment when the right words land at exactly the right time and suddenly something clicks. HomeGrown Leadership talks are designed to create those moments and pair them with meaningful, actionable next steps that help ideas turn into real life change.

Each talk is thoughtfully tailored to your group’s unique needs, delivered through connected, relatable storytelling, and grounded in practical application. The goal is not just inspiration in the moment, but clarity, momentum, and tools your audience can carry with them long after the talk ends.

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Available formats

* A Pecha Kucha is a quick presentation style with 20 slides shown for 20 seconds each, keeping talks short, visual, and to the point.

HomeGrown Leadership in Action

State of the Cities 2025

Live, unscripted leadership in action including an April 1 moment where the placard literally fell and the message didn’t. A quick improv pivot that shows presence, humor, and the ability to carry a room even when things go off script.

Freedom Gateway Church

Values driven leadership delivered to a live audience grounded in community, faith, and real life application.

Supporting leaders where life actually happens

who homegrown leadership is for

Churches & Faith Communities

Equip leaders to support families and guide with purpose and values.

Parents & Families

Practical leadership tools parents can use in everyday life.

Schools & Education Providers

Create a shared language around leadership, accountability, and growth.

Nonprofits & Community Groups

Build alignment and momentum for leaders serving others.

Professional & Team Development

Human centered leadership skills that extend beyond the workplace.

Retreats, Conferences & Special Events

Meaningful messages that spark insight and lasting conversation.

what it's like in the room

Joe LaRussa has a rare ability to speak to that tension with clarity, humility, and hope.

Randy and Deborah O’Dell

Senior Pastors - Freedom Gateway Center

“Joe possesses excellent communication skills, is a superb presenter who easily carries his audience’s attention, and always presents himself in an extremely professional manner.

Dean Bartles

CEO, MTDG

Let’s Start the Conversation

Book a Speaking Discovery Call

Whether you’re planning a keynote, workshop, or virtual session, scheduling a conversation is the first step. Use the calendar below to book a discovery call and explore how a HomeGrown Leadership talk can be tailored to your audience, goals, and setting.

This call is designed to understand your group, answer questions, and ensure the experience delivers meaningful impact.