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Organizations hire me when their people are: - Over-functioning and emotionally exhausted - Carrying everyone else while neglecting themselves - Losing joy, creativity, and staying power in their work With a rare blend of therapist training, classroom leadership experience, and executive-level wellness strategy, I help audiences move beyond self-care clichés and into measurable, sustainable change. As a former burnt-out 5th grade teacher turned CEO, I don’t speak from theory, I speak from lived experience and clinical insight. My keynotes and trainings equip leaders with: - Practical tools they can use immediately (not someday) - Language to set boundaries without guilt or backlash - Systems for sustaining impact without self-sacrifice - A new relationship to rest as a leadership and performance skill I’ve supported 2,000+ change makers and 35+ organizations, delivering sessions that are emotionally resonant, culturally responsive, and deeply actionable, perfect For: - Entrepreneurs & founders navigating growth without burnout - Educators, school leaders, and district teams - Nurses, social workers, therapists, and healthcare professionals - Attorneys and corporate leaders in high-stress environments - Women’s conferences, virtual summits & leadership retreats - Mental health, wellness, and DEI-centered events - Podcasts and platforms serving Black women If you’re looking for a speaker who can hold the room, shift behavior, and leave your people better than they arrived, I’m your partner.
“I Am Not a Machine”: How to Do Good Work vs. Hard Work
Most people are taught to hustle harder even when their bodies say stop. Keonna teaches them how to get better results with less effort. Audiences will leave with: - A redefined relationship with work and wellness - Clarity on how grind culture is costing them, not just their health but greater success - A Good Work Blueprint that outlines their burnout triggers, core boundaries, and tools for more easeful productivity Perfect for: Entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, attorneys, educators, school leaders, and helping professionals navigating high-demand roles; ideal for leadership retreats, employee wellness programs, and conferences focused on productivity and workplace culture.
From Overworked to Overflowing: How to Serve Others Without Sacrificing Yourself
This is for the leaders, helpers, and caregivers pouring from an empty cup. Keonna shows them how to serve their communities without abandoning themselves. Audiences will leave with: - A reignited sense of purpose - Tools to protect their energy while staying impactful - Practical strategies to stop over-functioning and start receiving support - A deeper connection with each other and permission to center well-being at work and at home Perfect for: Nonprofit teams, educators, school leaders, nurses, social workers, ministry leaders, and community organizers; ideal for retreats, leadership development programs, and conferences supporting care-driven industries and burnout prevention.
Beyond Survival: How to Rest, Lead and Work Well (Even When the World is Burning Down)
Rest isn’t a luxury. It’s a strategy for sustainable success. If your audience feels like they can’t afford to rest, this talk is for you. Audiences will leave with: - A personal definition of rest and success on their terms - Science-backed strategies to break the cycle of overwork - Systems that support rest alongside high performance Perfect for: Corporate teams, entrepreneurs, executives, healthcare leaders, educators, and mission-driven professionals; suited for leadership development programs, wellness initiatives, ERGs, and conferences focused on sustainable performance and mental health.
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