Amy Waninger

Leaders can be anywhere and should be everywhere.

Travels from Indianapolis IN, USA

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Speaks on:

Business Development

Change Management

Resilience

Unconscious Bias

Speaks to:

Associations & Membership Orgs

Nonprofits & NGOs

Corporate Teams & Enterprises

K-12 Education

Formats:

Keynote

Workshop

Training

Breakout

Facilitation

Fireside Chat


IDI Qualified Administrator
Certified Emotional Intelligence Practitioner

Audience members say

Amy captivates audiences with her blend of humor and insight, transforming how people understand workplace dynamics and mental health. She connects deeply through relatable stories and powerful analogies—like her resonant "iceberg" example—that make complex emotional intelligence concepts accessible and actionable. Participants leave her sessions feeling enlightened and empowered, equipped with practical tools to reframe perspectives and build meaningful connections. Organizations seek Amy for her unique ability to create safe, engaging environments where attendees gain immediate strategies for self-management, stress reduction, and fostering inclusive workplaces.
Key Audience Outcomes
  • Participants gained actionable techniques for managing change and stress.

  • Attendees learned to reframe their perspectives and approach problems with a positive mindset.

  • Individuals felt empowered to expand their networks and build more meaningful connections.

  • Participants developed a deeper understanding of emotional intelligence and its practical applications.

Amy's Bio

Amy C. Waninger offers practical frameworks and actionable tools to help reclusive nerds become inclusive leaders. Amy offers assessments, advisory services, and training on essential skills for inclusive leaders. She is the author of eight books and holds numerous certifications and awards.

TYPICAL FEE

Private

Varies based on date, location, and engagement type

What you will receive

A detailed quote with pricing, availability, add-ons, and travel info that's ready to share with your team.


Amy Offers the Following Talks

Unconscious BiasBusiness Development

Network Like a CHAMP: Building a Robust and Inclusive Professional Network

  • ✅ Understand the role unconscious bias plays in everyday decision-making

  • ✅ Identify inclusive behaviors and effective networking strategies

  • ✅ Assess the breadth and depth of your own professional network

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Change ManagementResilience

Navigating Change at Work: Moving from Panic to Purpose

  • ✅ Recognize different models for understanding change from an organizational and personal perspective

  • ✅ Identify different responses to change, including fear and resistance, in yourself and others

  • ✅ Evaluate productive behaviors and resilience strategies

  • ✅ Create a personalized action plan for a current or imminent change in your life or career

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Audience & Client Feedback on Amy

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I was on the verge of tears, feeling the exact stress that we discussed relax its hold a bit. It was obvious that Amy was genuinely invested in being a positive force for change in our lives.

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DFCU Financial

Though most of the information about stress and change was not new, it was presented in a very relatable, practical way with new strategies that can be applied by anyone in any situation.

Laurie Zeller

It is greatly needed for the kind of work we do and to help with the burnout and worrying that many of us deal with regularly. It was wonderful and I enjoyed it very much.

Attendee

This is a wonderful development interactive session to map out career and personal trajectory goals! She is funny, relatable, relevant, and well spoken.

Attendee

This is the best session i’ve attended on Networking that provided me with relevant and practical tips I can use in my daily life to expand my network!

Attendee

A thorough exploration of how unconscious bias develops and affects decision-making that can impact patients/clients/students in unintended ways.

Attendee

There was a lot of good information on changing your point of view on not just change but anything. It related to personal life and work life.

Attendee

VERY informative, eye opening and easy to understand. Left me with several things to think about and put into action as we move forward.

Attendee

Interactive, thoughtful, engaging and real. Easy to listen to, great tips for managing stress and worrying and infused with humor.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Working With Amy

- Project launch meeting to create high-level plan and answer client questions - Pre-event prep meeting to confirm event details - Marketing support - Engaging virtual or onsite presentation - Session handouts (if needed) - Participant survey & results - Post-event recap meeting to exchange feedback

Every engagement involves some level of customization, based on the information we exchange during sales calls, the project launch meeting, and event prep meeting(s). You can also add books, workbooks, assessments, or coaching sessions to maximize the value of our work together!

Book signings are included with quantity book orders. Ask for details. Available for meet-and-greets, VIP receptions, and other events (often included in my fee, just ask!) If you need an emcee, panel moderator, or other services, I'm happy to customize a conference package that meets your needs!

Let's talk! I can likely create a custom package that exchanges value for value for a portion of my regular fee.

For US engagements, I offer a fixed travel fee that includes my best estimate of round-trip, refundable main cabin flight on Delta; two nights in a Courtyard by Marriott or similar hotel; rental car; parking fees; and a modest meal allowance. The fixed travel fee will be included in the proposal.


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