
Audiences Include:
Adult, College & Higher Ed Speakers, Educators & Staff Speakers, GEAR UP & TRIO Speakers, Grade 6-8 Students, Grade 9-12 Students, Student, Support Staff Speakers
Topics Include:
AI in Education, Career Readiness, Conference Keynote Speakers, Inspirational Speakers, School Assembly Speakers, Workshop Facilitators
Typical Fee: $4K-$6K
- Computer Engineer Turned Motivational Speaker
- First-Generation STEM Graduate Who Beat the Odds
- Top-Rated Speaker on Career Readiness and Resilience
Lasada “LP” Pippen is a former computer engineer turned nationally acclaimed motivational speaker.
A first-generation college graduate, LP beat the odds growing up in poverty to earn a STEM degree and build a successful career as a Computer Engineer and Cloud Architect.
But corporate success wasn’t his finish line—it was his launchpad. LP now inspires students and educators across the country to turn adversity into achievement. His story of grit, growth, and resilience resonates deeply with underrepresented students, while his practical tools empower staff to guide youth toward purpose-driven success.
Today, LP is one of the top-rated keynote speakers on college & career readiness and overcoming adversity, trusted by schools, colleges, and organizations that want to leave their audience fired up and focused on what’s possible.
Speaking Topics
Lasada will customize any presentation to align with your event goals.
Educators are the backbone of our schools, and the weight they carry is real. Stress, anxiety, and burnout are increasingly common, and without support, even the best staff can feel like they’re running on empty.
In this energizing and refreshingly honest keynote, Lasada “LP” Pippen helps educators go From Burnout to Breakthrough. Blending heartfelt stories with humor and practical science, LP equips your team with the clarity, confidence, and tools they need to reset and rise.
Educators and staff will leave feeling recharged, reconnected, and ready to bring their full selves back to the classroom with purpose.
Learning Outcomes:
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ENERGY: Discover one science-backed micro-shift that boosts energy and daily productivity.
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MOTIVATION: Learn the research-driven key to reigniting purpose and passion.
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SELF-CARE: LP’s “P.O.P.” strategy to improve health—without adding to your to-do list.
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BALANCE: Recalibrate “T.L.B.” to create a healthier, sustainable work-life rhythm.
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CULTURE: Leave with four actionable tools that foster a culture where educators—and students—thrive.
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EMPOWERMENT: Walk away renewed and equipped for your personal breakthrough.
Lasada Pippen did a fantastic job. We asked him to focus on a few of our primary issues that we want to do great on this year, and he delivered a message right on point. We definitely recommend him for any type of speaking events for education.
Greene County School System • Educators & Staff

Engaging. Energizing. Empowering.
Lasada “LP” Pippen delivers a raw and relatable message that shows students what it really takes to achieve greatness—and why it’s worth it.
Born into adversity, LP didn’t just overcome his circumstances—he used them as fuel. His journey from struggle to success as a first-generation college graduate and engineer reminds students that greatness comes at a cost… but it’s one they can afford.
This keynote is a call to action: to turn hardship into hustle, obstacles into opportunities, and dreams into goals. With high-energy storytelling, humor, and hard-won wisdom, LP inspires students to rise above their circumstances and step into their full potential.
Learning Outcomes:
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Purpose – Discover personal passions, values, and strengths that fuel long-term motivation
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Potential – Cultivate a growth mindset to unlock academic and personal performance
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Perseverance – Build real-world resilience to bounce back from failure and stay focused
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Goal Setting – Turn goals into action with habits and systems that actually stick
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Grit – Learn how to show up strong—in school, in life, and in leadership
I’ve had many speakers over the years, and I have to say Lasada Pippen was the best.
Lyon County School District • Students

From a 1.9 GPA to a career in STEM and AI, Lasada Pippen’s story proves that the right exposure can change everything. In this dynamic, real-talk keynote, Lasada shows students—and the educators who guide them—how STEM and AI can ignite confidence, unlock opportunity, and prepare young people for the future.
Lasada doesn’t just talk about tech—he connects it to purpose, potential, and personal growth. Whether you’re sparking student engagement or preparing your staff to lead in an AI-driven world, this session is practical, inspiring, and deeply relevant.
Learning Outcomes:
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AI & STEM Literacy – Build confidence and curiosity through a clear, approachable foundation in STEM and AI.
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Workforce Readiness – Unpack how STEM skills align with real-world careers and future-proof success.
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Real-World Relevance – Bridge classroom learning with emerging tech, innovation, and meaningful impact.
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Competence Through Exposure – Expand access and opportunity by increasing exposure to 21st-century tools.
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Next-Gen Mindset – Equip students and educators to think with creativity, adaptability, and leadership.
Lasada Pippen did a great job providing practical and motivating information. His message connected to the district message perfectly.
Marshfield R-I School District • STEM & AI

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Lasada Pippen did a fantastic job. We asked him to focus on a few of our primary issues that we want to do great on this year, and he delivered a message right on point. We definitely recommend him for any type of speaking events for education.
Greene County School System •
We were fired up and tremendously blessed by LP and what he said about finding your why. It added value to our district, kicked our school year off right, and we're just excited to see the fruits of the truth that he gave us this year.
Dalton Public Schools • Faculty

The thing that set Lasada apart from other speakers that we've brought in would be his ability to connect with the students and connect with them in a real way that was relevant to them. So, it was great to see our students engaged. We pride ourselves on creating memorable experiences for our students, and that drives everything that we do, from the classroom to special events like this.
Rabun County High School • Students

Awesome. Everyone was engaged from the first second to the last minute, so excellent engagement. He hit all demographics, which is important in today's time. It was just a great atmosphere. Got everybody engaged, and then all of a sudden, Lasada came out and everybody was really focused on the message, so it was very, very pleasing.
Commerce High School • Students

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