Extraordinary Exits: Maximizing Value Beyond the Multiple
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Co-chairing the leading family-office gathering on wealth strategy, generational transitions, and purposeful capital.
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Podcast & Speaking
Conversations, keynotes & the journey within
From the podcast studio to the keynote stage — explorations of leadership, transformation, and the human side of business.
From the audience
“Leaders Across Borders was by far the best part of the YPO Global Leadership Conference. Smoke Wallin was EXCEPTIONAL — one of the most mesmerizing, incredible deliveries and sharing I've ever heard. What a privilege to have heard his story.”
The Podcast
The Smoke Trail
A journey into awakening consciousness — authentic stories and deep discussions with inspiring guests to unlock high performance and perfect health.
Hosted by Smoke Wallin, each episode delves into spirituality, leadership, and transformation — offering tools to transcend trauma and find your bliss along the way. A reflective space for achieving peak potential and inner peace in a distraction-filled world.
Featured episodes
Business, leadership & purpose
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Leadership Signal, the Nervous System, and Human Software Update with Leanne Bucaro
The science of transformation with the CEO and co-founder of STRATA on leadership signal and the nervous system.
Jun 22, 2026
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Jason Ma on Clarity, Legacy and Leadership in the Age of AI
Clarity, legacy, and leadership in the age of artificial intelligence.
Jun 6, 2026
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Loving Yourself Changes Everything with Tech VC and Entrepreneur Kamal Ravikant
Bestselling author and venture capitalist Kamal Ravikant on building companies — and a life — from the inside out.
Jan 7, 2026
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John D'Attoma — Helping Kids and Family Victims of Child Sexual Abuse
Nonprofit founder John D'Attoma on protecting children and supporting families through Kids Are Sacred.
Dec 31, 2025
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Spiritual Mission, From Success to Soul — Purpose-Driven Leadership with Seth Streeter
Wealth strategist Seth Streeter on aligning capital, purpose, and conscious leadership.
Oct 16, 2025
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Robert Vera — Canyon Ventures at Grand Canyon University: Faith, Innovation & Student Startups
Founding director of Canyon Ventures on faith, innovation, and building a launchpad for student entrepreneurs.
Jul 21, 2025
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Unleashing Collective Genius — The Buy-In Advantage with Dave Garrison
Chief Engagement Officer of GarrisonGrowth on unlocking the collective genius of teams that actually execute.
Jun 18, 2025
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Trekking Back to Nepal — Roots of Success to Significance with Rob Follows
Founder and chairman of STS Capital Partners on moving from success to significance — in business and in life.
May 20, 2025
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Embodiment of Love — Making Dignity Moves with Elizabeth Funk
Former Yahoo and Microsoft executive turned social entrepreneur on building Dignity Moves and solving unsheltered homelessness.
Apr 28, 2025
Keynote Speaking
On the stage
Talks on extraordinary exits, servant leadership, family-office strategy, and the human side of high-stakes negotiations.
Keynote before a global audience of YPO leaders
YPO Istanbul
YPO Global Leadership Conference
Addressing Young Presidents' Organization leaders from around the world on strategy, leadership, and building extraordinary value.
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Book Smoke for your stage
Available for keynotes, panels, and private gatherings — beverage & CPG, M&A and extraordinary exits, servant leadership, and the inner work of leadership.
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What people are saying
Reactions from global CEO audiences and YPO leaders after recent keynotes.
“Leaders Across Borders was by far the best part of the YPO Global Leadership Conference. Smoke Wallin was EXCEPTIONAL — one of the most mesmerizing, incredible deliveries and sharing I've ever heard. What a privilege to have heard his story.”
“Beyond exceptional in every conceivable way.”
“Your depth, candor, humility, and clarity are remarkable. And the delivery was miraculous — the perfect tone for the audience. Deeply impressed.”
“This is the best presentation I've seen, and I've seen them a lot, and helped other guys to master them. You delivered exactly what you needed to. Thank you above all for trusting yourself.”
“You continue to lead, inform, and inspire with your courageous willingness to share your stories. Thank you Smoke for all you do for the world.”
“Truly inspiring! Merci!”