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About  Vanessa’s Keynotes

Whether you're looking to reignite motivation, foster a culture of resilience, or empower your team to overcome challenges, Vanessa can provide the inspiration and expertise you need.

 With her transformative talks focused on cultivating resilience, overcoming adversity, and achieving well-being, Vanessa will help your organization with actionable strategies and awesome stories to go along with it.


With a blend of warmth, humor, and vulnerability, she connects deeply with her audiences whether delivering keynotes, workshops, or seminars. Attendees leave inspired to embrace change and obstacles knowing how to unlock their full potential.

Whether you're looking to reignite motivation, foster a culture of resilience, or empower your team to overcome challenges, Vanessa can provide the inspiration and expertise you need.

 With her transformative talks focused on cultivating resilience, overcoming adversity, and achieving well-being, Vanessa will help your organization with actionable strategies and awesome stories to go along with it.


With a blend of warmth, humor, and vulnerability, she connects deeply with her audiences whether delivering keynotes, workshops, or seminars. Attendees leave inspired to embrace change and obstacles knowing how to unlock their full potential.

Whether she's addressing audiences at corporations, universities, or even military institutions like The National Guard and Air Force, her mission is to inspire and drive positive change.

By The Numbers:

2X TEDx Speaker

50k+ Inspired Attendees

30 + events per year

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SOME OF VANESSA’S MOST REQUESTED KEYNOTES:


Live Life Empty:

Up-level performance and fulfillment

Imagine reaching the end of your life, having played full out, leaving no stone unturned. This thought-provoking question becomes the cornerstone of Vanessa's compelling keynote. It's a journey into stories and strategies on embracing achievement, calculated risks, and cultivating a courageous mindset. Vanessa uses solution-focused thinking to elevate your organization's potential, performance, and levels of fulfillment… which will lead to more loyalty, creativity and engagement.
She expertly guides you to shed life's unnecessary baggage, unlocking the true potential of an emptied life. Be part of an empowering experience that challenges the status quo, sparks innovation, and courageous actions.

Beyond Burnout

Can’t Climb a Smooth Mountain:


Overcome Adversity

In the face of adversity and challenges, it's crucial to have effective strategies for overcoming and thriving. In this engaging keynote, Vanessa shares a funny and inspiring story of conquering an Oregon mountain. Along the way she learned that sometimes setbacks become the toeholds we need to break through challenges. This session not only inspires but also equips, offering practical strategies for your personal life and your teams, clients, and customers. This talk istailored for leaders and professionals and is infused with relatable real world examples and powerful concepts. Participants will leave armed with actionable strategies to navigate and conquer the mountains in front of them.

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Solutions for Stress & Worry
Join Vanessa for an empowering keynote presentation where she guides audiences through practical, real-world solutions to conquer stress and worry, enabling professionals to thrive in today's corporate landscape. Drawing from her expertise in resilience-building and stress management, Vanessa shares actionable strategies to transform stress into opportunity, boost mental resilience, and enhance overall well-being. Explore the prevalence and impact of stress and worry in the corporate world, identifying common challenges that contribute to burnout and decreased productivity. Discover the power of mindset in overcoming adversity, and develop strategies for effectively managing workload, time, and expectations. Embrace holistic approaches to well-being, including physical health, mental wellness, and social support, and leave with a personalized roadmap for implementing actionable solutions in daily life.



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Wendi
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Christina Moffat Consultant and Growth Strategist


Christina Moffat- Consultant and Growth Strategist


“I really enjoyed Vanessa’s talk. One of the things that sets her apart is the level of engagement she creates. She digs deep to pull out your potential. After attending her talk I have true clarity on my next moves to get unstuck. I am now on a path that will be life changing.”


Dawn Hafner
CEO

Dawn Hafner. CEO

“I loved Vanessa’s content. I’m walking away feeling lighter and more energized and inspired to create change. You could feel the energy and expansion in the room, fantastic experience. She brought laughter to incredibly complex subjects”

Gina Swanson
21 Century

Gina Swanson - 21 Century

“Vanessa is an exceptional presenter, seamlessly blending real-life experiences with relatable scenarios to help individuals overcome challenges in both their professional and personal lives. Her approach is not only insightful and engaging but also deeply personable, making her sessions highly impactful. Through her guidance, I gained valuable insights into my own challenges, coupled with practical action steps that I could implement immediately. Vanessa's ability to inspire and motivate is truly remarkable”.


Suzanna De Baca
CEO Business Publications, Corp

Suzanna De Baca - CEO Business Publications, Corp

"Vanessa's workshop was engaging, thought- provoking and energizing. Her authenticity set the stage for the participants to share, and that interaction inspired break-through thinking. I recommend her to any group looking for a dynamic presenter who really connects with the audience and challenge them to be better.”

Wendi Fredregill
CEO

Wendi Fredregill - CEO

“Vanessa had a perfect blend of teaching, personal stories and allowing us time to put the knowledge in action within our group. She did a great job of helping me see myself in her stories and concepts. I highly recommend her at your next event or workshop”.


Bobbi Segure
Regional Manager
 Women Lead Change

Bobbi Segure - Regional Manager- Women Lead Change

“I really enjoyed listening to Vanessa today. She brought forth great ideas with action steps that were easy to relate to on the fly and and focus on in the future. The interactive nature of the workshop was comfortable and not intimidating”

Karen Novak Swalwell President

Karen Novak Swalwell - President

“Vanessa is a passionate speaker who is willing to share her experiences to help the audience grow. This program helped me to see the importance of connecting with others to share my feelings and be open to ask for help”


Mary Core
Director of Community Engagement

Mary Core - Director of Community Engagement


“I thoroughly enjoyed being a part of Vanessa’s uplifting workshop. Her topic was spot on for me personally. Her delivery was encouraging and I definitely recommend her as a speaker”

Claire Reiman
Donor Relations Manager

Claire Reiman -  Donor Relations Manager

“Vanessa has an amazing ability to make her participants feel safe, comfortable and empowered. In just one hour I came along way with concrete steps that propelled me forward. She is relatable, articulate, and professional”

Mitch Mathews
CEO of Mathews Training International

Mitch Mathews - CEO of Mathews Training International

"Vanessa brought so much energy and insight to the group. What I loved was that it was a combination of stories and strategies. You could see the light bulbs going off. We also had the time to discuss what was being presented. You could see people were getting strategies they can implement and take with them. People walked out of here changed and on fire. If you’re thinking about hiring Vanessa at your event, do it. You will be so glad you did."

Anne Hudson

“Vanessa was awesome! Her talk made me think, focus, and turn inward. She provided great energy and you could feel her passion.”

Briana Smith
Sourcing Executive

Briana Smith- Sourcing Executive

'Vanessa brings a rare combination of expertise, passion, and authenticity to her speaking engagements. Her profound knowledge in high performance, building teams, and overcoming obstacles is evident, and she seamlessly translates complex concepts into accessible, engaging narratives. What sets Vanessa apart is her innate ability to connect with the audience on a deeply personal level, fostering a sense of shared understanding and leaving a lasting tangible impact."

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BOOKING Vanessa IS A SIMPLE 3 STEP PROCESS:

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Vanessa doesn't just deliver a keynote; she orchestrates an immersive, inspiring experience for your audience. Beyond inspiration, she brings game-changing strategies and unforgettable narratives that will not only transform your culture but leave a lasting imprint on engagement, connection, and profits for years to come.

Work with our experienced team to check Vanessa’s availability. We book Vanessa out months in advance so this important first step should be done as soon as possible!

Vanessa and her team collaborate closely with you to understand your organization's vision, goals, and aspirations. Through a series of strategic calls, we gather crucial insights to empower Vanessa in customizing the talk specifically for your audience and event, ensuring a uniquely tailored and impactful experience.

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If you’re interested in booking Vanessa for a future event you can get in touch with her team below, and they’ll get back to you to discuss things in more detail.

Want Vanessa At Your Event?

If you’re interested in booking Vanessa for a future event you can get in touch with her team below, and they’ll get back to you to discuss things in more detail.