Cedric Crawford delivers impactful speaking experiences that encourage growth, strengthen confidence, and inspire people to lead with purpose and provide them with the tools to make it great.
Through authentic storytelling, leadership insights, and personal experiences, Cedric helps audiences discover purpose, build confidence, and create meaningful impact in their communities, organizations, and everyday lives.
His approach goes beyond motivation—focusing on practical leadership principles, personal growth, and encouragement that inspire individuals to take action and create lasting positive change.
Cedric is ready to inspire your audience with a message that makes them T.A.L.L.E.R: Think, Act Laugh, Learn, Excel and Reflect…
“Cedric captivated our group in both the morning and afternoon sessions. His high energy presentation was just what we wanted to get folks fired up. It was entertaining, engaging, interactive, and informative. Cannot recommend him highly enough.”
“Mr. Make it Great was a hit at our event. We brought him in to inspire and motivate our Associates and he sure did that! He also did his homework on our organization and personalized it in a way I have never seen a speaker do. This was definitely an asset to his program!”
“Mr. Make it GREAT was an outstanding speaker and a wonderful addition to our opening event. He made a real connection with our staff and his customer service training really resonated with them. He was very accommodating after having to reschedule due to a covid surge last year. He was on time and communicated appropriately during the planning phase. We were happy to have him as our speaker and will recommend him to anyone considering his program.”
“Cedric was our morning speaker for our high school girls event and he knocked it out of the park! He kicked offour day with high energy, intriguing stones, visual tools, and advice they’ll never forget. I watched our junior and senior girls writing down notes furiously as well as our volunteers! He met all of us where we’re at and kept us laughing during his entire talk. Cedric was encouraging to our team and kept our attendees.”
“I had a great experience working with Cedric Crawford, AKA "Mr. Make it Great." I found him to be professional, enthusiastic, and innovative in his presentation.”
- Fabian B.
“We had the pleasure of hosting Cedric, aka MrMakeItGreat, virtually on June 29, 2025, during our Bi-Annual Travel Incentive Trip in Morocco. Though we couldn’t fly him in, Cedric brought incredible energy through the screen. We were initially concerned about virtual engagement, but he kept us fully locked in for 90 minutes with nonstop insights, memorable quotes, fresh perspectives, and plenty of fun. I can’t recommend him enough. If you're planning a company event, don’t miss the chance to work with Cedric. It was an outstanding experience, and we’re already looking forward to the next time.”
- Darrell P.
“As the saying, “You can’t pour from an empty cup”? In order for us to take care others we have to take care ourselves first. Cedric was able to fill our cups with his wisdom and knowledge about Leadership and Motivation. We were glued from our sits listening and learning. His style of delivery is entertaining, his great recipe to keep us all engaged: dancing, singing, movie clips, it was like a roller coaster ride. Cedric said, we didn’t choose our cards but we still have to learn how to play it. It’s like life, we don’t choose but we find a way to stand strong and live through it. I went home with my cup filled and excited to share it with my team. -Ferdie”
- Kristine M.
“From my initial contact with Cedric to my handshake of appreciation at the end of his performance, he was professional, courteous, enthusiastic, fun, prompt and easy to work with. He tailored his motivational performance to our organization's mission and connected well with all our attendees. He was engaging and left everyone with new ways to go about or work and daily lives. Everyone enjoyed Cedric and left the gathering with a positive outlook and lifted spirits. I highly recommend Cedric Craford as a motivational speaker for any organization's special events.”
- Douglas E.
“Cedric was entertaining, energetic, and engaging. He was able to improvise and have fun with the audience. Overall the experience was great and we can not wait to see the feedback we obtain from our attendees regarding the keynote speaker Mr. Make it GREAT.”
- Amanda V.
“Mr. Make It Great is a dynamic and inspirational person who engages the audience from the beginning and keeps the tempo up throughout his presentation. Cedric's delivery is heartfelt and personal creating a unique bond with his audience. Hope, Inspiration, Positivity, Perseverance, Tenacity, and Commitment ALL come forth as Mr. Make It Right takes each of us on a journey to make ourselves better one step at a time. Our conference attendees were literally dancing in the aisles and lining up at the end to spend even more time with Cedric. A rare site I must say, because many of members can seemed to be "untouched". Cedric reached them ALL so they could GROWWW”
- PAUL C.
“Mr. Make it GREAT presented to about 120 of my staff at an all staff meeting and every one of them thoroughly and completely enjoyed the program and were engaged. Many commented that they found his material useful both for in the workplace as well as at home/ in personal life. Each of my staff though he was hilarious and even after a large holiday lunch just prior to the meeting- no one feel asleep and no one complained! He did a fabulous job - especially incorporating our mission and vision into his discussion.”
- Marissa D.
“Cedric was very easy to work with and accommodating. We had a short amount of time for the keynote in our program but he made it work and brought in the energy needed to start the day. It was an outdoor venue which was a challenge but Cedric started with getting the audience up and energized. That energy was felt the entire time. Would love to have him back for a full keynote next time! Great message to our teachers.”
- Janet S.
“We had such a great experience with the Cedric! He brought so much energy and positivity to the room. It was impossible not to be engaged. What really stood out was how real and relatable his message was. he made us laugh, reflect, and even brought a few people to tears with how deeply his words resonated. Everyone walked away feeling inspired and recharged. Highly recommend!”
- Nadia T.
“Mr. Make it GREAT was an outstanding speaker and a wonderful addition to our opening event. He made a real connection with our staff and his customer service training really resonated with them. He was very accommodating after having to reschedule due to a covid surge last year. He was on time and communicated appropriately during the planning phase. We were happy to have him as our speaker and will recommend him to anyone considering his program.”
- Sara M.
“His presentations was compelling, visually stunning and informative. He really knows how to effectively captivate and educate the audience all while keeping their attention. Well done!”
- Kevin O.
“The main comment I want to make about Cedric is that he was so accommodating and professional. Our event was only 10 days away when we decided we wanted to have an outside speaker come in. I search through my professional contacts and everyone I touched recommended him. We went with Cedric based on the first phone call. He met all our needs and was a ROCKSTAR at the event. He spoke on leadership and mentorship and motivated the whole team.”
- Dana F.
“Cedric is a true professional who listens to your needs and then delivers!! He's energetic, he's a blast to work with. He's engaging and you couldn't ask for more. He was communicative from A-Z. He showed up early when he didn't have to during a rehearsal. He knows his stuff, he understands his craft and came prepared. The audience loved him. Cedric is refreshing on all levels. I highly recommend him! He is Mr. Make it GREAT!”
- Navid A.
“Mr. Make it GREAT was extremely professional and accommodating from the contracting process to the event. The students loved his message and his delivery. We would recommend him as a keynote speaker for any group.”
- Carla C.
“Cedric Crawford is awesome! We were fortunate enough to have him speak to our high school Real Estate Investment/Entrepreneur Club students. Our students were motivated and inspired by Cedric's wealth of knowledge, insight and expertise. Some of the students spoke with me after the presentation expressing an increased interest and excitement as a direct result of Cedric's engaging and powerful sharing. I am always enthusiastic and excited to have Cedric share with my students. I believe that his messages and motivation are life-changing and unforgettable! Thank you Cedric for doing what you do-changing the world one powerful and purposeful presentation at a time.”
- Gary W.
“Mr. Make it GREAT is 100% pure motivation and inspiration leading to life transformation!!! He inspired, enlightened & educated our students. It isn't t easy to captivate the attention of teenagers, but Mr. Make it GREAT did! He shared heart-warming personal experiences, tied to practical real-life situations, that challenged & motivated our students to aspire to be greater in their pursuit of personal and professional development and success. I highly recommend Mr. Make it Great to any organization, group or individual who wants to be better in life. I can not sing Mr. Make it Great's praises loudly enough. Mr. Make it GREAT truly lives up to his name!!!”
- Gary W.
“Cedric kept my class of entrepreneurs captivated with the inspiration of his personal experiences, his knowledge on how to stay motivated and how to attain your dreams through daily discipline and and goals. Set your vision, and get to work, and your dreams will come true. Thank you so much Cedric!”
- Peter E.
“Mr. Make it Great is very uplifting and positive. My group connected, laughed, learned and enjoyed every minute of his presentation.”
- Don R.
“Mr. Make it Great was extraordinary! My students to whom he spoke were motivated and inspired by his presentation. In fact they said that this was the best class that we have ever had. It was an honor and a privilege to have Mr. Make it Great speak to my students. They are begging for him to come back and speak to them again. I am truly looking forward to it!”
- Gary W.
“Cedric Crawford , is a powerful dynamic speaker! His ability to connect with the audience is unique. My team was extremely engaged and happy to have experienced what Cedric brought to the table. We thank you sincerely, this was great way to start 2021! Christa Martinez-The Money Store, Regional Manager”
- Christa M.
“Mr. Crawford was great. My students were engaged the whole time and really grasped the content.”
- Ashley S.
“Cedric R. Crawford possesses a rare passion and devotion to make people feel good... I have known him for the past 6 months and have witnessed him being a blessing to random strangers. His wit & wisdom are a definite value addition to anyone seeking motivation and success!!”
- Mariano S.
“Cedric was energetic and keep everyone focused on his message. Everyone left the presentation energized and excited. I would use him again.”
- Don R.
“He delivered a high energy from start to finish. The participants were able to take away some good nuggets to use in the future.”
- Trista C.
“He's very professional and engaging with the audience. He was was fun and showed up on time! He suggested how to position the podium to make the audience closer and get a better view of the performance. He provided great ideas to improve our event! I would absolutely recommend him to anyone!!”
- Joel H.
“Mr. Make it GREAT was amazing !!! The attendee’s all had a great time. He was excellent in his delivery of his message he connected with every person in the room. He brought laughter, he inspired and empowered the men, they definitely did not leave the way they came. It was a all around great event. We highly recommend booking him for any empowerment event.”
- Angel L.
“Cedric never disappoints! My students thoroughly enjoyed their time with him & took away something special that really encouraged & enriched their young lives.”
- Cassandra C.
“Mr. Make it Great, a.k.a. Cedric Crawford, is a highly recommended speaker who offers incredible energy and insight to motivate any program or person to be the best they can be. He can customize his presentation to connect with any intended audience ranging from "at-risk to college bound students, " Fortune 500 companies to budding entrepreneurs." He uses so many props and engaging teaching methodologies that no one will walk away without a "bread crumb" that will undoubtedly help them personally and professionally. The Mr. Make it Great brand allows people to continue their journey by plugging into his weekly podcasts, read his books, or connect daily.”
- Sheila M.
“Really came with his A game - very good presentation and kicked us off right with a lot of energy.”
- Adam L.
“Mr Make It Great was awesome! Easy to work with and accommodating to our needs. We were a tough audience and he blew our socks off with his style and message. This meeting was just for Managers and we'll entertain bringing Mr Make It Great back to speak to all employees as he was that good! His energy is infectious and this presentation was an exceptional way to start the new year. We could not have been happier!”
- Ginnie S.
“Cedric was very professional the entire time. He responded timely to my requests. More importantly, he was very engaging and made an impact with each and every individual. When the one hour engagement ended you can see we where all thirsty for more! Looking forward to continuing working with Cedric to help motivate, inspire and bring the greatness in our organization both professionally and personally! Thank you Cedric!”
- ruth b.
“Cedric did an incredible job emceeing our annual fundraiser gala. He was funny, organized, energetic, and kept our event moving along. I would recommend Mr.Make It Great for any event, he is a spectacular keynote speaker. Thank you Cedric for evening that we will not forget.”
- Debbie O.
“We HIGHLY recommend Cedric Crawford better known as Mr. Make It Great. He took a critical topic of Leadership and made it extremely fun and informative. And at Express Employment Professionals we have had the privilege of hearing well known speakers like Colin Powel, Stephen Covey, and John Maxwell…We would rank Cedric amongst the greats. If you are searching for a speaker that can truly relate to a large audience and get them all on their feet participating and obtaining information that they can put to action, Cedric Crawford is your man.Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Cedric you have made a difference!”
- Lisa D.
“I was very pleased with the interest he took in learning about our attendees prior to the event, by consulting with our staff, researching our org and even taking a tour of our facility. This allowed him to tailor his presentation to our specific population. He was very engaging with the audience. He had great use of props, and positive affirmations. I would have liked to provide these in writing to the attendees. With so much info being provided, printed material would ensure everyone retained the great messages being delivered. Overall, amazing and heartfelt!”
- Alexandria E.
“Cedric is a FANTASTIC presenter, our staff enjoyed every minute of his presentation and left feeling TALLER! It was a pleasure working with him prior to the event and he really captured the message of what we wanted our staff to absorb and leave with. As a nonprofit agency we value and strive to make and maintain partnerships and this is nonetheless a great partnership that we hope to continue utilizing to always MAKE IT GREAT!”
- Carolina R.
“Cedric was our morning speaker for our high school girls event and he knocked it out of the park! He kicked off our day with high energy, intriguing stories, visual tools, and advice they'll never forget. I watched our junior and senior girls writing down notes furiously as well as our volunteers! He met all of us where we're at and kept us laughing during his entire talk. Cedric was encouraging to our team and kept our attendees engaged. Thank you so much Cedric!”
- Makenzie H.
“The event was great, inspiring, and engaging. I received many compliments from the attendees.”
- Russell S.
“I met Cedric several months ago. I interviewed him for our conference and I knew at "hello" we were going to hire him. Cedric was our opening keynote speaker for our conference of mostly women, over 1000 women attended the event. Cedric helped our conference a great deal, he was instrumental in social media blitzes that we did, and our radio interviews. I knew he was going to be great for our conference. During his opening he had our attendees up, out of their seats, laughing and taking lots of notes. He is not only a joy to be around he is a true professional! You would be lucky to have him at your conference or event!”
- Colleen B.
“Mr. MAKE IT GREAT is the most professional yet compassionate speaker we have ever had. He motivated the audience and kept them engaged. He was an awesome asset to the program. I would like to have him join us for another event if his schedule permits. I would also like to suggest to others that need a motivational, phenomenal speaker, please consider hiring Mr. MAKE IT GREAT! Irene Leal”
- Reen L.
“Easy to work with, responsive & well-prepared. Appreciate that he reached out to a few attendees in advance to learn about our company and sales team. Attendees included our nationwide Sales team, Senior Management team and Sales Support group. Some feedback from attendees included great energy, funny, entertaining, engaging, relevant, and motivational! Content that struck a chord with several attendees and will be applied to both personal and professional goals. An excellent way to end the meeting. And in the words of one of our attendees, we never thought we’d have the opportunity to see our Senior Management doing the Cupid Shuffle, ever, so thanks for that!”
- Colleen S.
“My company had the pleasure of experiencing a presentation by Cedric R Crawford. Mr. Crawford gives a presentation that is engaging and motivating while offering insight into one’s untapped dreams and how to achieve them. His audience left inspired to reach for the stars and turn their lives into a positive journey. Mr. Crawford is a talented presenter and his audience as well as my fellow employees are still talking about his wonderful presentation. We will definitely have Mr. Crawford back in the future. ”
- Toni G.
“Cedric captivated our group in both the morning and afternoon sessions. His high energy presentation was just what we wanted to get folks fired up. It was entertaining, engaging, interactive, and informative. Cannot recommend him highly enough.”
- Judith R.
“He was wonderful! He was funny, entertaining, energetic, and motivating. We're glad to have found him.”
- Melissa V.
“Mr. Make it Great was an awesome speaker for our Umoja Summer Bridge Program Kick-off Breakfast. He left me with a number of easy to recall talking points that I can reference throughout our 6 week program and also motivated me personally to continue to push myself to ensure that our students get my very best every day. Lastly, he not only inspired our students but also the parents and community members in attendance. He delivered a high energy, interactive speech that engaged the audience from the beginning. I look forward to having him out to future events without a doubt. Absolutely a great job--5 stars!”
- Don L.
“Cedric did a great job abd had a great message for our students”
- Bryan L.
“Mr. Make it Great was a hit at our event. We brought him in to inspire and motivate our Associates and he sure did that! He also did his homework on our organization and personalized it in a way I have never seen a speaker do. This was definitely an asset to his program!”
- Diane D.
“Mr. Make It Great was one of the main reasons our event was so successful. From the time we contacted him to the time he completed our event he was engaged and upbeat. He personalized a presentation for our staff of 1200+ over 4 sessions and never missed a beat. He took time out personally to meet with me and my other event coordinators prior to the event and worked with us at every crossroad we came to. We handed him an idea and he ran with it. We have had several staff thank us for having a different kind of speaker this year. They left motivated and ready to reclaim their passion for their job and recognition for their accomplishments and accountability!”
- Francena M.
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