Hey there!
I've navigated perfectionism that limited my team's growth, delegation struggles that created bottlenecks, boundary issues that led to burnout, and the pressure of leading authentically while raising two daughters.
What I've learned: sustainable high performance isn't about doing more—it's about building resilience as the foundation for everything else. When we address the root causes that drain our leadership capacity—perfectionism, poor boundaries, the constant pressure to prove ourselves—we don't just survive, we thrive.
My keynotes draw on 25+ years of leadership experience, cutting-edge research on leadership resilience, and real-world insights from coaching Directors, VPs, and C-suite leaders across industries. I share what actually works to build the mental, emotional, physical, and social resilience that allows leaders to sustain their impact without sacrificing their well-being.
Because leadership resilience isn't a luxury—it's the competitive advantage that allows you to lead effectively for the long haul.
I'm a former CEO, executive coach, and speaker who's lived the challenges women leaders face.
I'm Alli.
50% of senior women leaders report burnout—nearly double the rate of men. This keynote delivers a Framework for building sustainable resilience and evidence-based practices that drive measurable results within 60-90 days.
The Resilience Advantage
Signature Keynotes
Women experience perfectionism at 1.5x the rate of men, leading to delegation struggles and team bottlenecks. This keynote reveals the neuroscience behind perfectionism and proven strategies to shift away from it while maintaining quality.
How Striving for Flawless Keeps You from Fearless
60% of women report burnout as their primary barrier to performance, yet boundary-setting carries unique penalties for women leaders. Learn why boundaries are leadership competencies, research-backed approaches to saying no, and how to model sustainable leadership.
Breaking the Burnout Cycle
Women leaders face a double bind: too warm and they're not leader material; too assertive and they're not likable. This keynote introduces the Paradox Mindset framework that transforms this challenge into strategic advantage.
Leading with Both/And in a World of Either/Or
coaching + Speaking Experience Includes
Fortune 500 Companies
Independent Schools + Universities
Healthcare Systems + Hospitals
Nonprofit Organizations
Government Agencies
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Leaders are feeling the weight of increased pressure and you're seeing it show up in engagement, retention, or performance
High achievers are burning out—not because they lack resilience, but because the systems around them aren't sustainable
Your people are stuck in "always-on" mode with blurred boundaries and no room for recovery
You want more than another wellness talk that tells people to meditate and take walks
You're ready to address the real leadership challenges draining your people's energy—not just offer surface-level self-care tips
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