Omar Simpson – Success is A Lifestyle

Educational
Scholar, Speaker,
& Author

Transforming student success and inspiring educators, administrators, and students worldwide.

Dr. Omar Simpson partners with Colleges & Universities, Schools, and Organizations to strengthen student success, persistence, achievement, and graduation through dynamic keynote presentations, transformational workshops, strategy-driven professional development, and results oriented consultations.

TRUSTED BY LEADING INSTITUTIONS NATIONWIDE

Dr. O has inspired students, educators, and leaders at institutions nationwide. His work creates meaningful experiences that motivate audiences to succeed, lead, and take action.

Places DR. O has Spoken

About Dr. Omar Simpson – Dr. O

Dr. Omar Simpson is one of today’s leading voices on student success, leadership, and achievement. Partnering with colleges and universities across the country, he delivers high-impact keynote presentations and student success experiences that inspire students to maximize their college journey, lead with purpose, and graduate prepared to seize the opportunities ahead.

Trusted by higher education leaders, Dr. O helps institutions strengthen recruitment, increase student engagement, improve retention, and graduate more students by creating campus cultures where students feel connected, empowered, and equipped to thrive. His dynamic presentations challenge students to think bigger, take ownership of their future, and develop the mindset and habits that drive academic achievement, career readiness, and lifelong success.

Whether speaking to incoming first year students, student leaders, faculty, or campus-wide audiences, Dr. O delivers transformative experiences that move people from inspiration to action and help institutions achieve meaningful, measurable results.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

DR. O's Testimonials

“Omar came to speak at Queens University of Charlotte to share his passionate educational journey with my pre-service teachers during our Needs of Diverse Learners class. My Students were completely mesmerized by his charismatic storytelling and inspired that he had overcome so many obstacles to reach his dreams. Omar was generous enough to lead my students in an interactive activity from the Theater of the Oppressed, and the reflective conversation that followed was amazingly impactful for my students. Omar is a gifted orator and writer, a servant leader, and an incredible friend. He continues to inspire me to provide high impact experiences to create a bridge of equity and connection for our youth."

TOSHA ARRIOLA

Queens University

"Omar’s talk completely changed the way I encourage and motivate my students in their educational journey. He was thought-provoking and offered practical methods to enhance ones love for education. Also, his book is a must-read for the education-based professional!”

TARAH BURNETTE

University of NC at Chapel Hill

"Dr. Simpson engaged our faculty and provided thought-provoking concepts and strategies to strengthen our efforts to achieve “Inclusive Teaching for Student Success.” His message on the design of inclusive courses, strategies for creating equitable educational spaces, and how to sustain thriving communities is well-aligned with our Mission and Goals. We look forward to engaging with Dr. Simpson again in the future."

DR. DAVID SPANG

Sr. VP and Provost, Rowan College at Burlington County

"Just wanted to say ‘BRAVO’! Thank you for bringing such a motivational speaker to our students. I am thrilled that as educators we have school on this day, a day to educate and remind students of who and why Martin Luther King Day is celebrated. I do believe seeds do get planted! Omar planted seeds today."

Teacher @

Paramus High School

Featured Topics

These are the signature keynote, workshop and professional development topics that Dr. O has provided speaking services for that have made him a highly sought-after motivational speaker and educational consultant.

STUDENT SUCCESS

Different versions for For K-12 | Undergraduate Students | Graduate Students | Faculty & Staff

STUDENT LEADERSHIP

Developing confident, purpose-driven leaders equipped to influence, serve, and succeed.

YOUTH MOTIVATION

Inspiring students to believe bigger, overcome challenges, and take ownership of their future.

CAMPUS
CULTURE

Building stronger, more connected campuses where students thrive.

CLASSROOM ENGAGEMENT

Increasing participation, connection, and student success.

Books Available

SUPER SCHOLARS: ACTIVITY BOOK FOR KIDS

Welcome to the best activity book ever! Get ready for hours of fun and adventure with this exciting kids’ activity book packed with a variety of engaging and challenging activities.

This book is perfect for keeping kids entertained and engaged. From money counting to pattern completion, this book offers a wide range of challenges that will help children develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills while igniting their love of learning!

LAUNCH: SUCCESS STRATEGIES FOR NEW COLLEGE STUDENTS

In, LAUNCH, Dr. O shares the secrets to college success and insider tips learned from over 15 years of experience working with high achieving college students at elite universities to help every new student thrive in their first year and beyond.

UNCONDITIONAL LOVE

Dr. Simpson’s stunning poems move seamlessly between exquisite expressions of emotion and critical, though-provoking chronicles of pertinent issues

FOR THE LOVE OF EDUCATION: THE POWER OF THE AWAKENED MIND

A new vision of American education, one that puts love, creativity, dialogue and initiative at the very heart of the learning process and prepares students and educators for today’s world.