Biography
Considered one of the most dynamic, “high octane” speakers in America. Harvey Alston has been a full-time speaker since 1989. He has spoken to millions of people throughout the United States who have benefited not only from his knowledge, but also from the wisdom that Harvey Alston brings to the finish line.
Harvey Alston’s unforgettable words of individual responsibility for achievement have improved spirits, spurred growth, and changed lives. His powerful, soul-searching presentations uplift audiences to a higher standard, and to a level where they strive only for the best. Harvey Alston believes in solitary achievement, shared accomplishment and the dignity of human beings. As one of the most in-demand speakers in America, Harvey Alston’s career has spanned positions from head football coach of Columbus East High School in Ohio in 1968, to assistant director of student financial aid at the university level. As an educator he’s taught English, biology, health, life sciences and math curricula. Over the years, Harvey Alston has received recognition and awards from such diverse groups and organizations as the Ohio House of Representatives as one of Ohio’s Finest Citizens, the City of Columbus declared a Harvey Alston Day, DECA Hall of Fame, Ohio High School Athletic Association, Sportsmanship, Ethics and Integrity Award, he was commissioned a Kentucky Colonel, and has received numerous national recognitions and awards. Harvey Alston’s enterprise is called Best Inc., based on his philosophy and his book titled “Be the Best.” He is the Coordinator for the Ohio High School Athletic Association Student Leadership Conferences, the largest Athletic conference in the country, a contributing writer and photographer for the Highland Lakes Monthly Magazine, member of the National Speakers Association and serves on the advisory board to the National Federation of High Schools, the Upper Valley Joint Vocational School and many civic boards, panels, and commissions
Considered one of the most dynamic, “high octane” speakers in America. Harvey Alston has been a full-time speaker since 1989. He has spoken to millions of people throughout the United States who have benefited not only from his knowledge, but also from the wisdom that Harvey Alston brings to the finish line. Harvey Alston’s unforgettable words of individual responsibility for achievement have improved spirits, spurred growth, and changed lives. His powerful, soul-searching presentations uplift audiences to a higher standard, and to a level where they strive only for the best. Harvey Alston believes in solitary achievement, shared accomplishment and the dignity of human beings.
As one of the most in-demand speakers in America, Harvey Alston’s career has spanned positions from head football coach of Columbus East High School in Ohio in 1968, to assistant director of student financial aid at the university level. As an educator he’s taught English, biology, health, life sciences and math curricula.
Over the years, Harvey Alston has received recognition and awards from such diverse groups and organizations as the Ohio House of Representatives as one of Ohio’s Finest Citizens, the City of Columbus declared a Harvey Alston Day, DECA Hall of Fame, National Federation of State High School Associations Outstanding Service Award 2018, Ohio High School Athletic Association, Sportsmanship, Ethics and Integrity Award, he was commissioned a Kentucky Colonel, and has received numerous national recognitions and awards. Harvey Alston’s enterprise is called Best Inc., based on his philosophy and his book titled “Be the Best.” He is the Coordinator for the Ohio High School Athletic Association Student Leadership Conferences (OHSAA-SLC) , the largest Athletic conference in the country, serves on the advisory board to the National Federation of High Schools (NFHS-NSLS), the Upper Valley Joint Vocational School and many civic boards, panels, and commissions, a contributing writer and photographer for the N2Publishing Magazines, and a member of the National Speakers Association (NSA).
What other saying?
“I’ve seen Harvey not just excite, but ignite educators who have long cashed it in. “
– New York High School Principal
“It’s difficult to express to you the impact you had on the staff and students. Your message was inspirational, motivational and thought-provoking. “
– Dir. of Texas Career Centers
“our staff and residents listened intently to what you had to say. We gained much from the time you spent with them individually as they have had so little contact with positive male role models. “
– Oklahoma County Juvenile Center
“What a performance! I know you left on an emotional high based on the reactions after the presentation. The parents who came up to talk to you were very impressed, and quite emotional as to their reactions. We are convinced you made a difference. “
– American Enterprise System, Florida
“I want to thank you for sharing over two hours of your life with us. I am looking through Webster’s New World Dictionary for a word that would sum up your presentation -I can’t find one, Fantastic, great, outstanding, and dynamic all put together wouldn’t be a good start. I could tell in the eyes of my students and faculty you made a difference. You administered CPR on a sleeping giant. I will be forever grateful” “,
– Pennsylvania Superintendent of Schools
“You can’t imagine how much our group and the rest of the audience appreciated exposure to such a positive male role model, with a loving authoritative voice, openly sharing you knowledge experience, creativity and sense of humor.”
– Kansas Department of Health & Human Services
“Harvey has a very compassionate and warm love for his work of inspiring his audience. From the beginning of his presentation you felt the genuineness of his love. He had our audience laughing one minute and crying the next. “
– The Regional Medical Center
