Let’s unleash engagement, potential, and performance in your association

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UNLEASH PURPOSE, PASSION & POTENTIAL IN YOUR PEOPLE

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Associations Rachel Has Spoken For

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Hi, I'm Rachel.

And I have a heart for serving associations

As an association leader, you wear many hats. You’re tasked with balancing purpose and profits, meeting the demands of multiple stakeholders, and navigating constant pressure to keep members, board members, and staff engaged—all while trying to maintain some sense of balance in your own life. It’s a lot. Chances are, you’re not advocating for, prioritizing, or valuing yourself and your growth as much as everyone else’s.

Over the past decade, I’ve partnered with dozens of associations to help leaders like you—and the members you serve—elevate engagement, ignite purpose, and unleash what’s possible. Together, we can move beyond burnout, self-doubt, and the fears of failure, rejection, and judgment that hold us back. My sessions catalyze curiosity, clarity, confidence, and courage, equipping leaders to have greater impact and influence at work and in the world and empowering them to elevate what’s possible in themselves, their team, and their association.

If you’re looking for a speaker who understands the realities of association leadership and delivers a message that resonates, I’d love to partner with you. Let’s create an experience that inspires and equips your audience and association to thrive!

TESTIMONIALS

  • "Her keynote eliminated the 'rah! rah!' vibe often projected in kickoff meetings, and she spoke with purpose and conviction. She paused for crowd participation throughout which kept the audience engaged for the entire presentation. To say that not a single person picked up their cell phones throughout is an understatement! Her command of the audience is world-class."

    —Kandis Dwyer, Director of Membership, Sales & Engagement, Property Management Association-DC

  • "Rachel absolutely captivated the audience. Her message was powerful, her delivery was engaging, and she created an atmosphere that was both inspiring and empowering. The feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive—they left feeling motivated and ready to take action. If you’re looking for a speaker who can inspire, uplift, and leave a lasting impact, I highly recommend Rachel."

    Hester Ndoja, President & CEO, Florida Society of Association Executives

  • "Rachel took time to get to know our group and connected with everybody, to the point of bringing many to tears. I felt an immediate connection to Rachel. She is the best speaker I have ever had the opportunity to hear. I understand that says a lot, but there is no doubt in my mind."

    Bob Christian, President, Apartment Owners & Managers Association of Wisconsin

  • "Rachel’s keynote speech was the highlight of one of our most important events of the year for CEOs. She has a presence on stage that draws people in and doesn’t let them go. She isn’t just an expert in her field, but a true thought leader."

    —David McShea, Executive Director, American Diabetes Association Maryland

  • "As a meeting planner, I have three criteria for what I consider an A+ keynote speaker: - Do they provide valuable insight and information that is new to my audience - Are they compelling on stage? Will they keep an audience's attention? - Will they work well with my planning team? Rachel hit all three of these out of the park!"

    —Katie Jones, Executive Director, MaineHR

  • "Rachel brought enormous positive energy to the audience that seemed to carry them through the rest of the two-day conference. Every minute of her keynote and panel discussion was a true golden nugget of wisdom and inspiration. It is rare that I see an audience so captivated. The standing ovation she received confirmed their admiration for Rachel. I could not have wished for a better opening keynote."

    —Mara Neufeld Rivera, Executive Director, SHRM Vermont State Council

UNLEASH PURPOSE, PASSION & POTENTIAL IN YOUR PEOPLE

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For Association Meeting Professionals

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I know how much heart and effort you pour into your events. You’re not just planning a conference—you’re creating an experience that brings your members together, inspires your leaders, and leaves everyone feeling energized and connected. My goal is to help make your event unforgettable by delivering a keynote that resonates on every level.

    What makes me different?

    • I don’t just speak at audiences—I connect with them. Through relatable storytelling, engaging activities, and practical takeaways, I create an experience before, during, and after your event that is both deeply personal and highly actionable.

    • I interview several of your members and integrate their stories into the keynote, elevating those in your community along with your theme.

    • We give you reporting post-event that captures all of the in-session audience responses in raw and aggregate format. Clients use these for strategic planning and planning topics for future events and offerings.

    • I’m not just there for my time on stage. Whether it’s customizing content to meet your event’s goals, hosting virtual kickoff events, staying for social events, or jumping into networking sessions, I’m fully invested in helping your event succeed.

    Having partnered with dozens of associations, I understand the unique challenges your leaders and members face, and I tailor every talk to address what matters most to them.

    If you’re looking for a speaker who will inspire your audience and make them feel seen, heard, valued and like they matter, I’d love to partner with you. Let’s make it an event to remember!

  • I speak on topics that help association leaders and members show up with greater engagement, elevated performance, and higher confidence, courage, purpose, and energy—so they can lead with greater intention, influence, and impact at work and in the world.

    Popular topics include:

    • UNMUTE Yourself: Unleash Clarity, Confidence & Courage to Amplify Your Impact
      This signature talk inspires attendees to stop holding back and step into their full potential, empowering them to grow and advance in their careers, expand their influence, and lead with purpose, authenticity, and impact.

    • What Matters Most Now? Reflect, Reframe, Recalibrate
      If you’re looking for actionable inspiration to rise up from challenges, reignite purpose, and elevate engagement, then this session is for you. Discover how to unleash curiosity to navigate change and activate resilience.

    • Be the Difference: Amplify Purpose, Passion & Potential in Your People
      This session equips association leaders with the tools to lead with intention, foster deeper connections, and create “be the difference” moments that inspire growth, engagement, and alignment within their teams and members.

    • C3: Ignite Your Leadership Impact
      Discover the specific traits of the most effective leaders that build trust, inspire action, drive engagement, and unlock performance. Develop a leadership mindset that balances confidence with humility and action with reflection.

    Every event is unique, and I love tailoring my sessions to meet the specific needs and themes of your audience. Let’s talk about how we can create an experience that leaves your attendees inspired, equipped, and ready to take action. For more on that, reach out to me here.

  • I’ve received compelling quantitative and qualitative feedback from association leaders and members after my keynotes, and am happy to share those with you upon request. Here are some direct quotes from association members who have attended my sessions:

    • “The best session I sat through at the conference—interactive, uplifting, powerful, and emotional. I left feeling empowered!”

    • "I’ve been to many conferences, but this was the first time I felt genuinely uplifted and equipped to make a change."

    • “I went into this session completely in my head and in a very negative, doubting, self-detracting state. I felt like Rachel saw right into my soul and shared advice that I so needed to hear at that moment. With tears streaming down my face I listened to every word. I now feel like I have resources that will give me a path out of the darkness the next time I find myself here.”

    • "Your talk was the perfect balance of inspiration and practical tools. I’m excited to bring these ideas back to my team."

    • "I walked in feeling stuck and left with a roadmap for how to move forward with confidence."

    • "I appreciated how you addressed real challenges professionals face without sugarcoating, but with so much hope and practicality."

    • “You may not know you need this, BUT YOU NEED THIS!!”

  • Always! At the end of every keynote, I share all of the raw data and summary data from your audience that I gather during the keynote, so you can repurpose it for blog content, social media posts, marketing, and strategic planning discussions.

    I also offer the audience a variety of resources to continue their learning, including blog posts, podcast episodes, videos, and prompts from the keynote, so they are supported to continue to implement what they’ve learned.

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