Heather Whelpley

Areas of Focus

Women Empowerment, Confidence, Leadership

Speaker Fee Ranges

$7500 to $10000
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.
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!

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