Shawn Harper Biography

Shawn Harper is a dynamic force in the world of personal and professional development. As a former NFL offensive lineman with the Rams, Colts, and NFL Europe, Shawn knows firsthand what it takes to play at the highest level—and now he’s teaching teams, companies, and individuals how to do the same.

From flunking first grade and being labeled with multiple learning disabilities, to being voted “Most likely to fail,” Shawn refused to accept the script written over his life. Instead, he rewrote it—earning Hall of Fame honors at North Iowa Area Community College, graduating from Indiana University, and reaching the NFL against all odds.

Today, he’s the CEO of American Services and Protection, one of Ohio’s largest minority-owned security firms, and an internationally recognized speaker trusted by brands like Procter & Gamble, FedEx, JPMorgan Chase, Dow, and Sonic. His life and leadership insights help organizations shift from survival to success—and from success to winning.

Shawn delivers more than motivation. He brings a message of mental toughness, clarity, and momentum that activates change. Whether live or virtual, his events are immersive experiences—built around actionable frameworks like the P.L.A.Y. Formula and his signature Winning Edge principles.

He is the author of The Winning Edge: 8 Principles That Will Bring Out the Winner in You and The Winologist, a compelling look into the psychology of winning from the inside out. When Shawn steps on stage, he brings more than a story—he brings transformation. He doesn’t just teach audiences how to win; he reminds them that they already have what it takes.

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