SantoStephens
Santo S. Stephens is a seasoned relational leadership expert, executive trainer, and former NFL athlete with over 20 years of experience driving growth and development in both corporate and nonprofit sectors.
Through his company, Life’s Work 53, LLC, Santo delivers transformative leadership programs, career development workshops, and life skills training to diverse audiences, including top-tier organizations like Wal-Mart, Mutual of New York, and the NFL, as well as nonprofits such as Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Young Life.
With a unique background that spans from sports leadership to business management, Santo specializes in building cultures of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. His workshops focus on empowering individuals to reach their full potential, from executives to young athletes.
Passionate about resilience, leadership, and personal development, Santo equips teams and organizations to inspire and elevate those around them, fostering success in every aspect of life.


About Santo
Professional Leadership Speaker | Corporate Trainer | Former NFL Player | Prison Ministry Leader
Santo Stephens is an accomplished leadership speaker, corporate trainer, and former NFL player with over 20 years of experience in guiding individuals and organizations to reach their full potential. With expertise in leadership development, career coaching, executive training, and life skills, Santo delivers transformative programs that drive growth, engagement, and success for clients across diverse sectors, including business, education, non-profits, and faith-based organizations.
Santo received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from Temple University and has completed post-graduate studies in Education. His educational foundation, combined with his practical experience in leadership and training, allows him to connect with a wide range of audiences and deliver insightful, impactful content.
As the founder of Life’s Work 53 LLC and ListenandSell LLC, Santo has developed and executed a wide range of corporate training initiatives designed to foster leadership, enhance employee performance, and promote positive organizational culture. A passionate advocate for lifelong learning, Santo also works closely with non-profit organizations, assisting them with visibility, fundraising strategies, and marketing initiatives to strengthen their mission and extend their community impact.
Whether speaking to corporate leaders, athletes, or members of faith-based communities, Santo Stephens delivers motivational and actionable insights that empower individuals to lead with confidence, integrity, and purpose, making a lasting impact in their lives and communities.
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Whether speaking to corporate leaders, athletes, or members of faith-based communities, Santo Stephens delivers motivational and actionable insights that empower individuals to lead with confidence, integrity, and purpose, making a lasting impact in their lives and communities.
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