Shelby Jo Long
Shelby Jo Long is a Keynote Speaker and Executive Strategist who works with founders, CEOs, and leadership teams navigating growth, transition, and the decisions that shape long-term business value.
As President/Global Partner at the Strategic Advisor Board, Shelby brings an executive perspective to scale strategy, exit readiness, leadership alignment, and organizational communication. Her work helps leaders strengthen the systems, decision-making, and leadership infrastructure required to build companies that can grow beyond the founder and remain valuable through the next stage of the business.
A four-time international best-selling author and accomplished keynote speaker, Shelby combines strategic business insight with deep expertise in communication and leadership. Whether she is advising an executive team or addressing an audience from the stage, her focus is the same: helping leaders make more disciplined decisions, create greater organizational clarity, and build businesses that are stronger, more transferable, and prepared for what comes next.
Portfolio of companies
President/global partner
A strong foundation prepares your business to grow and scale. With a powerful partner behind you, you get a thriving business, an inviting brand, and a rapid revenue growth strategy.
- You stay at the front; you are the innovator as you serve more people.
- Your brand influences and expands its reach as our team designs solutions.
- Your network of strategic partners expands as SAB introduces you to people you need to know.
Founder and CEO
Cadence Speaker Academy is a premier speaker bureau dedicated to elevating powerful voices and placing dynamic speakers on stages across the nation. We connect thought leaders, changemakers, and experts with opportunities to inspire, educate, and create impact through speaking engagements. Whether you’re a speaker looking to grow your reach or an organization seeking a compelling voice, we set the cadence for meaningful conversations.
Founded and led by visionary entrepreneur Shelby Jo Long, the Academy reflects her passion for amplifying genius and building legacies through the power of public speaking. As CEO, Shelby leads the charge with purpose and precision—mentoring speakers, forging key partnerships, and ensuring each voice placed on stage has the opportunity to spark transformation.