I don’t do canned speeches. I bring real stories, hard-won lessons, and practical frameworks leaders can actually use the next day. Whether it’s a keynote, a workshop, or one-on-one coaching, my goal is the same: help people show up with clarity, courage, and presence.

Keynote Topics:

• Doing More with Strategy, Not More with Less — How lean teams can stop drowning in “do everything” mode and focus on high-impact work that matters.

• True North Is a Direction, Not a Destination — Quiet, values-based leadership in a world obsessed with speed and scale.

• Grit, Grace, and Leadership That Lasts — Stories from two decades in IT and higher ed about what it takes to lead when the path isn’t clear.

• Technology with a Human Center — Building systems that actually serve people - students, staff, and communities - instead of the other way around.

Workshops:
Hands-on, conversational, and designed for teams who want more than “another training.” Topics include:

• Leading from alignment, not exhaustion

• Building trust across silos

• Practical frameworks for IT and academic collaboration

Coaching:
One-on-one sessions for emerging and mid-career leaders who want to:

• Clarify their leadership voice

• Build boundaries without burning bridges

• Navigate big roles without losing themselves

Coaching with me isn’t about a ten-step program. It’s about real conversations that help you lead with confidence in your own way.

Testimonials:

• “Amanda makes complex things feel clear. She doesn’t just talk about strategy—she shows you how to use it in real life.” — Workshop participant

• “Her keynote was the first one where I didn’t check my email halfway through. Amanda is engaging, real, and practical.” — Conference attendee

• “I left our coaching session with both clarity and courage. Amanda has a way of cutting through the noise so you can hear yourself again.” — Coaching client

• “She doesn’t lead with ego, she leads with presence. Our team walked away not just inspired, but equipped.” — Higher ed colleague