Your story is being written right now. The question is—are you the one writing it?
Unlock the clarity, confidence, and courage you need to design a life — and legacy — you’re proud to live every day.
Most people wait for the “right time” to change. The truth? The right time never comes.
What transforms your future isn’t more motivation or more planning — it’s one brave move.
Here, you’ll discover the tools, frameworks, and guidance to help you:
Break free from autopilot living.
Design your life and career with intention.
Build habits and decisions that align with your values.
Create a legacy you’re not just leaving — but living.
Your story is being written right now. The question is: Are you the one writing it?
Tom Kelly is a TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and philanthropist dedicated to helping people live — not just leave — their legacy. As the Founder & CEO of CharityAuctions.com, Tom has helped tens of thousands of nonprofits raise over a billion dollars to fuel their missions. But his story didn’t start with global impact — it started in his parents’ basement, building a website for his mom’s Kiwanis club fundraiser. That single decision became the seed of a movement.
Over two decades, Tom has grown multiple ventures at the intersection of technology, philanthropy, and human potential. His message is simple but life-changing: you don’t need more confidence — you need one brave move. Through his Legacy by Design framework, Tom shows leaders, entrepreneurs, and everyday people how to break free from autopilot living, align their daily decisions with their deepest values, and design a story they’re proud to live every day.
Beyond business, Tom and his wife Jen lead the Kelly Family Foundation, engaging their children as junior board members to practice philanthropy across generations. Their mission is not only to support causes today, but also to model intentional living and decision-making for the leaders of tomorrow.
Whether on stage, behind the mic, or coaching one-on-one, Tom challenges audiences to stop waiting for the “right time” and instead take one brave move toward the future they want. His work continues to spark transformation for individuals and organizations who are ready to achieve their full potential.
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