Heather Whelpley
Areas of Focus
Women Empowerment, Confidence, Leadership
Speaker Fee Ranges
$7500 to $10000
Speaker Biography
Heather Whelpley is a dynamic speaker, award-winning author, executive coach, who equips people with the power of GROUNDED confidence. Known for her blend of expertise and relatability paired with practical tools, she has inspired thousands at conferences and professional development events across the globe to lead with clarity, communicate with courage, and create meaningful impact that lasts.
Before launching her business, Heather spent more than a decade at Cargill and Ameriprise in HR and leadership development roles across the U.S., Latin America, and Australia. She holds a master’s degree in Human Resource Development and is a graduate of the Coaches Training Institute.
Before launching her business, Heather spent more than a decade at Cargill and Ameriprise in HR and leadership development roles across the U.S., Latin America, and Australia. She holds a master’s degree in Human Resource Development and is a graduate of the Coaches Training Institute.
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What becomes possible when individuals, leaders, and cultures are rooted in grounded confidence?
That question sits at the heart of my work as a keynote speaker, leadership development facilitator, and executive coach.
What is grounded confidence?
In short, grounded confidence is the ability to stay rooted in your values, strengths, and integrity, while remaining curious and open to growth, change, and new perspectives. It's a deep inner trust that is unshakable.
Grounded confidence is a superpower, particularly in a world that often feels UNgrounded.
With grounded confidence, people:
- Take courageous, aligned steps in their careers
- Speak up and influence at a higher level
- Stay centered during hard conversations and uncertainty
- Make courageous decisions that drive results
- Respond with purpose, rather than reacting
What gets in the way of grounded confidence? Burnout. Imposter syndrome. Rules that push you to prove, please, and perfect. Losing connection to what truly matters beneath the noise.
This is why my programs are focused both on overcoming these barriers - and on giving people the strategies to show up with grounded confidence, all in an interactive environment full of real conversations, human connection, and practical tools they can use immediately.
I've spoken at companies and conferences across the globe, including Deloitte, General Mills, Comcast, Medtronic, PepsiCo, Panera, Lindt Chocolate, Mortenson, Motorola Solutions, the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, Women in Manufacturing, and the Society of Women Engineers.
Let's see what your organization can do with grounded confidence!
That question sits at the heart of my work as a keynote speaker, leadership development facilitator, and executive coach.
What is grounded confidence?
In short, grounded confidence is the ability to stay rooted in your values, strengths, and integrity, while remaining curious and open to growth, change, and new perspectives. It's a deep inner trust that is unshakable.
Grounded confidence is a superpower, particularly in a world that often feels UNgrounded.
With grounded confidence, people:
- Take courageous, aligned steps in their careers
- Speak up and influence at a higher level
- Stay centered during hard conversations and uncertainty
- Make courageous decisions that drive results
- Respond with purpose, rather than reacting
What gets in the way of grounded confidence? Burnout. Imposter syndrome. Rules that push you to prove, please, and perfect. Losing connection to what truly matters beneath the noise.
This is why my programs are focused both on overcoming these barriers - and on giving people the strategies to show up with grounded confidence, all in an interactive environment full of real conversations, human connection, and practical tools they can use immediately.
I've spoken at companies and conferences across the globe, including Deloitte, General Mills, Comcast, Medtronic, PepsiCo, Panera, Lindt Chocolate, Mortenson, Motorola Solutions, the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, Women in Manufacturing, and the Society of Women Engineers.
Let's see what your organization can do with grounded confidence!
Leading With the Power of Grounded Confidence - A New Foundation for Leadership: Everything feels louder, faster, and more uncertain than it used to - and as a leader, you’re expected to navigate it all with composure. This experiential keynote helps you reconnect to your foundation of grounded confidence and show up with what leader need most right now: courage and curiosity. You'll leave with a greater sense of calm, confidence, and practical ways to lead with intention and impact.
Make Your Voice Count - Grounded Confidence for Courageous Communication: Using your voice well matters more than ever right now. This keynote shows you how to tap into your grounded confidence, so you can speak up with courage and intention when it matters most. You'll leave with actionable strategies to amplify your ideas, influence at a higher level, and make a real impact with your voice.
The Power of Grounded Confidence - How to Break Free from Perfect and Become Unshakeable: What unspoken rules are you playing by? Do you feel like you have to say yes to everything? Aren’t allowed to make a mistake? These rules push you away from your confidence - and toward proving, pleasing, and perfecting. Walk away knowing how to break free from the rules, reconnect to your grounded confidence, and become unshakeable.
Imposter Syndrome - From Self-Doubt to Grounded Confidence: “I’m not ready. I just got lucky. Do I really know enough to be here?!?” These imposter thoughts influence how you show up in your career - but it doesn’t have to be that way! Let’s quiet the inner critic and reignite your confidence so you can take bold steps and know you deserve a seat at the table.
Beyond Burnout - A New Path to Clarity, Energy, and Grounded Confidence: Massages and bubble baths are great, but they aren’t the cure to burnout. Instead of scratching the surface with temporary fixes, we’ll dive into the REAL steps to recover from burnout so you can truly thrive in your work, life, and leadership.
Mastering Tough Talks: Hard conversations. Tough feedback. Conflict. It’s not fun. These situations can be downright uncomfortable - even nerve wracking! But they're also necessary for driving results, building strong relationships, and advocating for yourself and your career. You'll walk away from this session with practical strategies to handle difficult conversations with confidence, ease, and effectiveness.
Make Your Voice Count - Grounded Confidence for Courageous Communication: Using your voice well matters more than ever right now. This keynote shows you how to tap into your grounded confidence, so you can speak up with courage and intention when it matters most. You'll leave with actionable strategies to amplify your ideas, influence at a higher level, and make a real impact with your voice.
The Power of Grounded Confidence - How to Break Free from Perfect and Become Unshakeable: What unspoken rules are you playing by? Do you feel like you have to say yes to everything? Aren’t allowed to make a mistake? These rules push you away from your confidence - and toward proving, pleasing, and perfecting. Walk away knowing how to break free from the rules, reconnect to your grounded confidence, and become unshakeable.
Imposter Syndrome - From Self-Doubt to Grounded Confidence: “I’m not ready. I just got lucky. Do I really know enough to be here?!?” These imposter thoughts influence how you show up in your career - but it doesn’t have to be that way! Let’s quiet the inner critic and reignite your confidence so you can take bold steps and know you deserve a seat at the table.
Beyond Burnout - A New Path to Clarity, Energy, and Grounded Confidence: Massages and bubble baths are great, but they aren’t the cure to burnout. Instead of scratching the surface with temporary fixes, we’ll dive into the REAL steps to recover from burnout so you can truly thrive in your work, life, and leadership.
Mastering Tough Talks: Hard conversations. Tough feedback. Conflict. It’s not fun. These situations can be downright uncomfortable - even nerve wracking! But they're also necessary for driving results, building strong relationships, and advocating for yourself and your career. You'll walk away from this session with practical strategies to handle difficult conversations with confidence, ease, and effectiveness.
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