Meet
Manley

Expert Mountain Climber, Keynote Speaker, and Devoted Husband and Father

MANLEY’S ABILITY TO EMPOWER EXPONENTIAL COMMITMENT^™ IN HIS AUDIENCE IS ROOTED IN HIS OWN RELENTLESS COMMITMENT—TO MUSIC AND MOUNTAINS, TO HIS MISSION AS A SPEAKER, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, TO HIS FAMILY.

Commitment always starts with motivation, a driving force that inspires us to keep climbing higher, even when we face challenges.

FOR MANLEY, THAT FORCE IS LOVE.

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DAYS LIVING
ON THE WALL

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PEOPLE INSPIRED TO
CLIMB HIGHER…
AND COUNTING

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YEARS MARRIED AND
1 AMAZING FAMILY

Living on the Wall.

500+ REGIONS VISITED GLOBALLY.
THOUSANDS OF CLIMBS (LITERALLY).

Manley’s love of climbing began in college. Invited by a friend to try out a beginner’s rock climb in the hills of Kentucky, he stepped up into the Vertical and was instantly hooked.

He began climbing anywhere and anytime he could. After each adventure, he would reverse-engineer the experience, evaluating what had (or hadn’t) helped him reach the summit.

The lessons he unpacked didn’t just improve his climbing, but his leadership as he helped Build-A-Bear scale from 42 stores to 425 worldwide and increase revenue from $55 Million to $470 Million.

CLIMBING, IT TURNS OUT, IS LIKE LIFE.

WHETHER YOU'RE CLINGING TO THE SIDE OF A MOUNTAIN IN KYRGYZSTAN OR NAVIGATING WORK, THE PRINCIPLES THAT IMPROVE YOUR PERFORMANCE, COMMITMENT, AND SUCCESS ARE THE SAME.

180,000+ People Inspired
to Climb Higher

...And Counting

The right story at the right time can change people. Manley saw this firsthand as he began to share his Vertical Lessons with others in his company.

He realized he could inspire and equip even more people as a speaker, so he took the leap and since then, has spoken to thousands of people all over the world.

THE IMPACT MANLEY MAKES ON AUDIENCES IS FUELED BY THE LOVE THEY FEEL FROM HIM—BOTH ONSTAGE AND OFF.

He is committed to delivering insights that will empower them to reach higher than ever and the inspiration to take that first step.

And he is committed to being present, staying as long as he can to listen deeply and offer support, encouragement, and the occasional hug.

and 1 Amazing Family.

YES, MANLEY LIKES TO SLEEP ON THE SIDE OF MOUNTAINS (WHO WOULDN’T?).

But even more shocking is that his wife has been encouraging him to do that for more than 30 years… and he has 2 kids who still kiss him on the cheek in front of their friends.

Manley’s greatest love is for his family. From their very first date (yes, it was a climb), he and his wife, Emily, have stuck together, embodying commitment as they share their lives, struggles, and love with each other.

Together, they have raised two fantastic kids that they don't just love but enjoy. Whether it’s climbing, skiing, or mountain biking, Manley’s favorite place is with his wife and kids (on a mountain, of course).