Speaker Portfolio
From nonprofit boardrooms to women's leadership stages, Jodee O'Brien brings 30+ years of real-world leadership and a deeply personal approach to every engagement.
Signature Keynote
A story about legacy, joy, and what we carry.
This is not a talk about strategy. It's about legacy. It's about joy. And it's about what we carry — even when no one else sees it. A deeply personal keynote that moves audiences through story, reflection, and a shared moment of stillness. Suitable for any audience.
Legacy is not built in big moments. It is built in daily decisions about how we serve people.
— Jodee O'Brien
In honor of Karen Knudtson
Keynote Portfolio
Each presentation is purpose-built for a specific audience and challenge. Every one reflects the same conviction: impact is what you build, and legacy is what endures.
Most people are very busy — but they are not always building something that will last. This session challenges leaders to step back from activity and start designing legacy.
Strong missions need strong structures. Built for nonprofit boards and executive teams, this keynote addresses succession planning, governance clarity, and organizational resilience.
Business ownership can become a trap. You start with freedom in mind — and wake up one day realizing the business cannot function without you. This session shows a different way forward.
Many women build extraordinary businesses or careers — but quietly underestimate what those efforts could become. A talk about authentic leadership communication, professional influence, and confidence.
Your calendar is full. Your inbox is overflowing. But are you actually making progress — or just staying busy? For leadership teams, operations managers, and nonprofit executives.
We get busy running the day instead of designing the future. This session gives leaders the mindset shifts and structured strategies to regain momentum and direction.
Hard work alone doesn't guarantee results. The question isn't how much effort you're putting in — it's whether that effort is pointed in the right direction. A talk about leverage and intentional strategy.
Leadership is not about the nameplate on your door. It's about the behaviors you model, the trust you build, and the results your team achieves because of how you show up.
Building a business or leading a team doesn't have to drain you. When we lead with joy, we unlock creativity, resilience, and sustainable energy. For women entrepreneurs, faith-based groups, and empowerment events.
Jodee speaks to the organizations, stages, and audiences where real change happens.
Nonprofit Boards & Executive Teams
Women's Leadership Conferences
Business Owner Associations
Professional Development Programs
Every engagement is customized. Let's talk about your event, your audience, and which topic — or combination — serves them best.
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