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Female Keynote for Your Next Event

Inspire your audience with a keynote speech from one of the amazing female speakers we represent. Through Leading Authorities, you can access the biggest, brightest, and most powerful women ranging from female motivational speakers, media personalities, well-known political strategists, world leaders, CEOs, and senior executives from big name brands and well-known organizations, best-selling authors, and more.

We connect Fortune 500 companies, leading professional organizations, associations, non-profits, academic institutions, and civic groups with the most in-demand women public speakers, celebrity speakers, and top keynote speakers, and our roster of speakers represents the importance of diversity within modern society.

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Katie Ledecky

Most Decorated U.S. Female Olympian, 14x Olympic Medalist, 21x World Champion Swimmer, 16x World Record Breaker

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Katie Ledecky

Katie Ledecky is a 14-time Olympic Medalist and 21-time World Championship Gold Medalist, the most for any female swimmer. She has broken 14 World Records and 38 American Records in her career. Katie was the most decorated female athlete at both Tokyo and Rio Games and had the most decorated single Olympics performance ever by a U.S. female athlete in Rio. Katie’s success has earned her USA Swimming’s Golden Goggles Award as Female Swimmer of the Year an unprecedented eight times. A recent graduate of Stanford University, Katie is passionate about the importance of education, especially STEM and leadership programs for girls. Katie went home with more hardware at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics - two gold medals and two silver medals, making her the most decorated female swimmer in individual events of all time. She also made history by winning gold at the first ever 1500m women’s event.

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Amy Webb

World-Renowned Futurist; Founder & CEO of the Future Today Strategy Group and Professor, Strategic Foresight at New York University Stern School of Business

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Amy Webb

Amy Webb may not be a superhero – but she does have a powerful ability to anticipate trends and emerging technology that will disrupt tomorrow. And she can envision and help prepare for the impact they’ll have on business and society. Now she’s teaching others, including corporate leaders, innovators and governments, to do the same. Founder of the Future Today Strategy Group, Webb is a renowned futurist and strategist. For her, it’s not simply an interest; it’s a profession and a passion. Nor is “forecasting the future” about creating fantastical scenarios. Webb doesn’t simply make speculations or predictions; her work is evidence based, drawn from mapping and modeling quantitative and qualitative data collected in the present to understand what’s coming (5-20 years from now). Named to the 2017 Thinkers50 Radar list of management thinkers most likely to shape the future – and winner of its 2017 Distinguished Achievement Award – Webb is already making an impact on today’s Fortune 500 and Global 1000 companies, government agencies, large nonprofits, universities and startups worldwide. Focusing on the intersection of technology, business and society, she takes a purposefully broad lens to her work. When thinking about the future, most only look at their industry and direct competitors. Webb is adamant about looking at multiple, adjacent landscapes. “You have to be able to see the top of the forest in order to see where all the trees are and how they connect,” she says.

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Future of Work Innovation Risk-Takers Robotics & Drones Technology AI, Machine Learning, & Big Data Business Strategy Disruption & Digital Transformation Future Trends Authors CEOs Female Business Leaders Female Speakers TED Speakers

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Ginny Clarke

Former Director, Executive Recruiting at Google, Conscious Leadership Expert

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Ginny Clarke

Dedicated to creating the conscious workplace for tomorrow, Virginia “Ginny” Clarke is a seasoned executive recruiter who has advised at the highest levels of corporate America for decades. A proven expert in driving effective leadership, she is the former director of executive recruiting at Google, where she led the company’s diversity, non-tech recruiting, and leadership internal mobility team. She also built a scaled internal mobility program for Google’s senior leaders and designed much of the infrastructure that supports their executive recruiting function today. In speeches, Clarke draws on her unparalleled experience assessing thousands of executives inside corporate C-Suites and boardrooms to bring a unique, holistic five-dimensional approach to true leadership that is essential now more than ever. She delivers “no-holds-barred” discussions on the root causes that lead to organizational chaos and dysfunction, and provides the integrated solutions that anyone can use to affect change.

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Future of Work Peak Performance Leadership Human Resources Change Management Corporate Culture Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion African American Speakers Authors Business Leaders From Major Brands Diverse Voices Female Business Leaders Female Speakers

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Margaret Brennan

Moderator of CBS News’ Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan & CBS News’ Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent

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Margaret Brennan

Margaret Brennan is the moderator of CBS News' Face The Nation and the network's senior foreign affairs correspondent based in Washington, DC. Brennan has reported on politics, international affairs, foreign relations, the economy, and global markets since she joined CBS News in 2012 and was named the White House and senior foreign affairs in 2017. Prior to joining CBS News, Brennan spent a decade covering global finance, anchoring a weekday show on Bloomberg Television called "InBusiness with Margaret Brennan." As a famous female speaker, Brennan delivers a fact-based, balanced look at the news.

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International Business Politics Geopolitics Female Speakers Media Moderator Political Analysts

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Marci Rossell

Former Chief Economist for CNBC

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Marci Rossell

Marci Rossell is a world-renowned economist and financial expert known for her ability to take complex economic issues, often dull in the button-down press, and make them relevant to people’s lives, families, and careers. Her animated style was honed when she served as the popular and lively Chief Economist for CNBC and Co-Host of Squawk Box, where she became a household name and a must-watch source of financial news. An expert on investing, globalization, and trade, she uses her media and courtroom experience coupled with her expertise in business and government to address the current state of our economy, including economic recovery, restructuring, and revitalization.

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International Business Economic Outlook Finance Policy & Regulation Female Speakers Media

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Noelle Russell

Leading AI Innovator & Practitioner, Founder & Chief AI Officer at AI Leadership Institute

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Noelle Russell

With a profound passion for technology and its potential to transform business and society, Noelle Russell has dedicated her career to helping organizations uncover the possibilities artificial intelligence presents to their businesses, and guiding them through the intricacies of AI adoption. In her daily work Russell advises companies across industries on how to integrate emerging technologies — including AI, Web3, and the Cloud — into their operations and workplace strategies. She is an award-winning technologist with an entrepreneurial spirit who has led innovative tech teams at Accenture, NPR, Microsoft, IBM, AWS, and Amazon Alexa, and is among the world’s leading voices on data and AI literacy. "I cannot thank Noelle Russell enough for the great inspiring session yesterday. It opened a lot of eyes to the plethora of insights for the AI world and I was personally super impressed by her absolutely precise/concise way of conveying her thoughts in a simplified manner. Overall, it was just perfection to the core." - Software Company “It was a pleasure meeting Noelle. She had great energy and good take-home value for attendees. She was also easy to work with and had a great video/presentation.” - Chemical Manufacturing Company

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Future of Work Innovation Leadership Technology AI, Machine Learning, & Big Data Change Management Disruption & Digital Transformation Future Trends Business Leaders From Major Brands Diverse Voices Female Business Leaders Female Speakers

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Nicolle Wallace

Political Analyst, NYT Best-Seller, & Frmr. White House Dir. of Comm

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Nicolle Wallace

Nicolle Wallace is host of Deadline: White House, chief political analyst for MSNBC and NBC News, a best-selling author, and the former White House director of communications under President George W. Bush. Her West Wing colleague, presidential political adviser Mark McKinnon, called her a “rare talent in politics.” Funny and charming, she shares insights on the biggest issues of the day paired with stories from her time in the White House and on the campaign trail. Wallace is a master storyteller as she offers audiences the rundown they need to stay in the know.

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Politics Authors Female Speakers Media Moderator Political Analysts

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Sarah Robb O'Hagan

Game Changing Business Leader, Former CEO of EXOS the Performance Coaching Company, Former President of Equinox, Former Global President of Gatorade, Former Marketing Director at Nike and the Virgin Group

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Sarah Robb O'Hagan

Executive, entrepreneur, and female business speaker Sarah Robb O’Hagan is described by the media as everything from “Superwoman undercover” to the “Queen of the Jocks” to the ultimate example of where fierce business woman, mother, and fitness fanatic combine. Named among Forbes “Most Powerful Women in Sports” and recognized as one of Fast Company’s “Most Creative People in Business,” Sarah's career includes leadership roles at some of the world’s most iconic brands. She is the former CEO of Flywheel Sports, former President of Gatorade, former Director at Nike, and an internationally recognized re-inventor of brands. She is the founder of Extreme Living, a consultancy focused on bringing the best out of individuals and organizations.

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Peak Performance Inspiration & Motivation Leadership Marketing Retail Risk-Takers Teamwork & Collaboration Turnaround Branding Change Management Corporate Culture Creativity Crisis Management Disruption & Digital Transformation Entrepreneurship Growth Mental Health, Happiness, & Wellness Athletes, Coaches, & Commentators Authors Business Leaders From Major Brands CEOs College & University Speakers Female Business Leaders Female Speakers

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Jessica O. Matthews

CEO of Uncharted, Innovator and Social Entrepreneur, Trailblazing Energy Advocate

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Jessica O. Matthews

Jessica O. Matthews is the Founder & CEO of Uncharted, an award-winning energy and data technology company that develops infrastructure solutions for communities, facilities, and Internet of Things. The company was founded by Jessica when she was only 22 years old. Jessica’s research and career centers around the intersection of disruptive technology, renewable energy, human behavior, and the psychology of self-actualization. A dual citizen of Nigeria & the U.S., Jessica has a degree in Psychology and Economics from Harvard University, an MBA from Harvard Business School, and is listed on over 10 patents and patents pending—including her first invention of the SOCCKET, an energy generating soccer ball, at the age of 19.

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Innovation Inspiration & Motivation Leadership Technology AI, Machine Learning, & Big Data Change Management ESG & Corporate Social Responsibility Disruption & Digital Transformation Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Energy Entrepreneurship Growth African American Speakers CEOs Diverse Voices Female Business Leaders Female Speakers

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Evy Poumpouras

Former Secret Service Special Agent and Interrogator, NBC News Analyst

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Evy Poumpouras

For more than 12 years, Evy Poumpouras served as a Secret Service special agent in an action-packed career during which she was responsible for protecting the world’s most high-value assets. She was a member of the Presidential Protective Division for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama, and also protected Presidents George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and George H.W. Bush. Today, she is a widely recognized multimedia journalist, host, and producer who uses her skills in front of the camera and behind it to conduct headline-grabbing interviews and investigate the biggest stories in the media. She appears regularly on “TODAY,” MSNBC, and “Good Morning America” to share her sought-after expertise on national security, law enforcement, and crime. Currently, Poumpouras serves as NBC’s law enforcement and national security analyst, where she applies her deep expertise to breaking news and high-stakes global issues. Having mastered the arts of communication and psychology throughout her wide-ranging career—from the front lines of presidential protection to the national media stage—she offers unconventional strategies for tackling challenges and living fearlessly.

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Lindsay Shookus

Legendary Saturday Night Live Producer

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Lindsay Shookus

A legendary presence behind one of America’s most beloved television shows, Lindsay Shookus is an Emmy award-winning producer who, for 20 years, worked as a veteran producer for “Saturday Night Live.” During her tenure, as producer and head of the talent department, Shookus was responsible for engineering the show’s success from booking celebrity hosts and musical guests and creating comfort and connections between them and the cast, to scouting rising stars to join the show’s ranks. She played a pivotal role in launching the careers of household names, including Kristin Wiig and Kate McKinnon — cementing her reputation for having a sharp eye for talent within the entertainment industry. She points to her own experiences to lead an on-stage masterclass on personal transformation, building connections, and embracing life’s obstacles on the road to overcoming them. "She did an awesome job!! Huge hit with our team, everyone loved her! I think the ladies especially appreciated her experience and words of wisdom! Thanks for all the help getting her secured!" - Healthcare Company "It was fantastic, Lindsay is such a star and our audience loved her. Thank you so much for everything!" - Digital Media/Real Estate Information Services Company

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Peak Performance Inspiration & Motivation Leadership Relationship Building Sales Teamwork & Collaboration Crisis Management Mental Health, Happiness, & Wellness Emcee & Master of Ceremonies Female Speakers

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Beth Sanner

Former Intelligence Briefer to President Trump, Former Deputy Director of National Intelligence

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Beth Sanner

A presidential-level communicator with more than three decades experience as a national security official, Beth Sanner is among the most influential voices at the highest levels of American intelligence. As the senior-most analyst for the entire Intelligence Community (IC), she was a trusted adviser to the President of the United States on our nation’s most important intelligence matters – first as the Office of the Director of National Intelligence’s director of the President’s Daily Brief and later as the Deputy Director of National Intelligence for Mission Integration. Having served in several leadership, staff, policy, and analytic positions in the IC, Sanner has briefed four Presidents and also advised vice presidents, congressional and cabinet officials, and foreign partners; her acumen is highly sought after by our nation’s decisionmakers and organizations across various industries. Sanner uniquely immerses audiences in her talks —making them feel as though they are our nation’s leaders being briefed on hot-button developments with the potential to reshape our world.

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Innovation National Security Politics China Crisis Management Cyber Security Geopolitics Female Speakers

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Marisa Thalberg

Forbes CMO Hall of Fame Marketer; EVP, Chief Customer and Marketing Officer at Catalyst Brands; Pioneering Leader at Lowe’s, Taco Bell, and The Estée Lauder Companies

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Marisa Thalberg

A globally recognized brand-building innovator and a champion both of creativity and challenging the status quo in the workplace, Marisa Thalberg is 1 of only 18 to be inducted into the Forbes CMO Hall of Fame. She is considered one of the most dynamic and versatile marketing executives in the field, displaying versatility and adaptability that has led to her being an exceedingly successful leader in a diverse portfolio of industries, ranging from luxury beauty (The Estée Lauder Companies) and fast food (Taco Bell) to big box retail (Lowe’s Home Improvement) and theme parks and entertainment (SeaWorld/Busch Gardens). She has most recently taken on the title of consulting Chief Marketing Officer at JCPenney. Her passionate advocacy for women at work led her on the path to social entrepreneurship as the founder of Executive Moms, an organization created to connect and support accomplished women who are both professionals and moms. In this capacity, Thalberg became an early leading voice and supporter for women, and particularly mothers, in the workplace, appearing across a range of media outlets including The TODAY Show, FOX, CNN, NBC News, and many more.

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Nikkia Reveillac

Former Executive at Netflix, Twitter & Colgate-Palmolive, Leader of Transformation, Storyteller & Innovator

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Nikkia Reveillac

Nikkia Reveillac is a trailblazing executive insights and innovation leader, business consultant, and speaker. She has overcome significant obstacles throughout her career to deliver exceptional results at some of the world’s most influential tech, entertainment, and consumer packaged goods companies. She draws on her years of experience building global, industry-leading teams to leave audiences with insightful ways to instill people-first workplace cultures. Reveillac was instrumental in helping Netflix define its first-ever brand promise, created a safer organizational culture at Twitter during the one of the most turbulent times in the company's history, and helped develop innovative oral care solutions for consumers in Sub-Saharan Africa at Colgate. Today, she advises businesses of all sizes to leverage research, data, and insights for disruptive innovation and brand building.

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Peak Performance Innovation Inspiration & Motivation Leadership Resilience & Overcoming Adversity Teamwork & Collaboration Business Strategy Consumer Behavior Corporate Culture Customer Experience Disruption & Digital Transformation Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion African American Speakers Diverse Voices Female Speakers

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Poppy Crum

Expert in Technology-Driven Innovation & Human Evolution; Stanford University Adjunct Professor; Futurist; Neuroscientist; and Technologist

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Poppy Crum

Poppy Crum works to bridge the gap between technology and insightful, effective human interaction. As a multi-dimensional advocate of empathetic technology, she builds technologies that best leverage human physiology to enhance our experiences and how we interact with the world. Poppy serves as the Chief Technology Officer at NextSense and is an Adjunct Professor at Stanford University in the Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics, as well as its Symbolic Systems Program. She is formerly the Chief Scientist at Dolby Laboratories. She is dedicated to the development of immersive technologies that leverage human physiology and perceptual realities to enhance our experiences and interactions in the world. She is a frequent speaker on topics related to the intersection of human experience, artificial intelligence, sensory data-science, and immersive technologies.

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Future of Work Innovation Robotics & Drones Technology AI, Machine Learning, & Big Data Consumer Behavior Disruption & Digital Transformation Future Trends Female Business Leaders Female Speakers TED Speakers

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Impress With An Industry-Leading Female Speakers

What makes our female keynote speakers the best in the industry? Many things, starting with their moxie. These female keynote speakers have overcome adversity, led and represented name-draw companies as presidents, became role models, and delivered success using their knack for innovation and unwavering determination to break through glass ceilings.

With their vast experiences and exceptional talent, our famous female public speakers connect with audiences at numerous events. Some of the points our female speakers address during their engaging and thought-provoking presentations include:

Change management
Business Growth
Product Design
Future of the workforce and tech
Politics
Marketing and Media
Diversity, equity, and Inclusion in the workplace

At Leading Authorities speakers bureau, we’re in the business of "Wowing" audiences. With our consultative, client-focused approach, we can help you find a speaker who meets more than your budget. They will also fit your event’s goals, theme, and more. To simplify the booking process, our industry veterans tackle the logistics and event extras, including meet-and-greets, so you can focus your time and energy on ensuring that your event or meeting is a huge success.

Whether you are looking for female business leaders, African American female speakers, or just the most sought-after female speakers on the lecture circuit, we have it.

Find the women empowerment speakers who are ideal for your audience. Browse our motivational speakers and select the perfect speaker for your in-person, hybrid, or virtual event.

You are welcome to ask our expert, friendly consultants any questions or request a customized, curated list for your event. Our team will compile a list of female leadership speaker recommendations for you to consider based on your specific occasion, topic, theme, and audience criteria — please contact our team today!

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If you are looking for a female speaker and our extensive list doesn't quite nail the brief, please do still reach out. We specialize in sourcing hard-to-find and in-demand keynote speakers across the globe. Our team will find the perfect fit so you can achieve the best event and impress your critical stakeholders.

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Leading Authorities speakers bureau has a global network of the most inspiring female speakers. Thousands of organizations turn to us as their go-to partners to source event speakers. We offer:

A consultative partnership: We partner with your team to bring your event ambitions to life. Once we understand your vision and audience, we proactively deliver suggested speakers. We believe in long-term partnerships. We're always on standby when you need to host a successful event.
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