Engaging audiences as a thought-provoking speaker with a humorous side, Ray uses his personal story of triumph from corporate success to downfall, back to success, telling how through determination, his devastation became his motivation, inspiring corporate leaders and employees to succeed through the power of determination.

Ray Houston has been called “The Escapee from Hell” and is the author of There is Life After Drugs - How Bad Do You Want It?

After starting the painting business, Ray walked to his first job with $2.00 in his pocket, carrying his ladder on his back. Within a few years, he was a successful business owner and generated his first million dollars. From there, the unexpected - a loss of self-control, a spiraling drug addiction, he became the single parent of a one year old daughter and later homeless. Ray’s strength, knowledge and joy were birthed in turmoil. After a commitment to faith and determination, Ray regained power. He became an Independent Government Contractor and, as unexpected, a once-drug addict found himself painting federal buildings like the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), FBI, and even the office of then Senator Barack Obama. Through the overcoming of hard obstacles, Ray was able to put his daughter through college and see her become a successful healthy adult who has completed a master's degree program.

Having to speak life into most seemingly dead situations, he is a symbol of inspiration and determination.

Ray's mission as a speaker is to inspire audiences to create amazing results in their business and personal lives by harnessing the power of their determination. Your audience will be captivated by Ray's custom-tailored programs that are inspiring, interactive and entertaining.The strategies your audience will discover will catapult their personal and professional lives to the next level.