Nicole Snell

TEDx Speaker. When we are empowered to live freely, there's no limit to what we can do!

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Speaks on:

Personal Safety

Communication

Relationship Boundaries

Personal Growth

Workplace Conflict

Formats:

Keynote

Workshop

Breakout

Training


NASPA Award, Outstanding Peer Education Program

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Nicole captivates audiences with her refreshing approach to self-defense, blending psychology expertise with practical techniques that don't require athletic ability. She transforms complex safety concepts into accessible strategies through interactive sessions filled with personal anecdotes, creating an environment where participants feel seen and valued. Her unique emphasis on verbal de-escalation and boundary setting equips college students, women, and professionals with life-changing skills they can immediately apply, leaving them confident, empowered, and grateful for tools that work in everyday situations.
Key Audience Outcomes
  • Participants feel more confident and empowered to set boundaries in both personal and professional settings.

  • Attendees gain practical verbal and physical self-defense skills applicable to everyday situations, enhancing their personal safety.

  • Individuals develop a heightened sense of self-awareness and intuition, enabling them to recognize and respond to potentially dangerous situations.

  • Participants experience a shift in mindset, understanding that self-defense is not just physical but also verbal and mental, empowering them to protect themselves proactively.

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Nicole's Bio

Nicole Snell is an award-winning International Speaker, TEDx Speaker, trainer, and self-defense expert with over a decade of experience. As the CEO of Girls Fight Back and Founder of Outdoor Defense, she is a globally sought after subject matter expert on gender-based violence prevention, empowerment, and outdoor safety. Nicole and her companies have trained millions of people at hundreds of communities worldwide including every branch of the US Military, high schools, colleges, Fortune 500 companies, healthcare teams, tribal nations, outdoor groups, and more. In addition Nicole is an expert solo adventurer and has been featured for her safety and empowerment work in global media.


Nicole Offers the Following Talks

Personal SafetyPersonal Growth

Yes I'm Hiking Solo: Self-Defense for the Outdoors

  • Learn practical and realistic self-defense strategies for outdoor adventures

  • Feel more confident about exploring the outdoors or traveling solo

  • Replace fear with education to increase access to outdoor experiences

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Personal SafetyCommunication

Girls Fight Back

  • Learn to use intuition and safety strategies for personal protection

  • Develop verbal de-escalation skills and boundary-setting techniques

  • Master the basics of physical self-defense skills

  • Understand how to be an active bystander and support survivors

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Relationship BoundariesPersonal Safety

Students Fight Back

  • Learn to use intuition and safety strategies for personal protection

  • Develop skills to recognize manipulation and be an active bystander

  • Understand consent and how to support survivors

  • Master verbal de-escalation and basic self-defense techniques

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Relationship BoundariesCommunication

Boundaries for Personal Empowerment

  • Learn how to set and enforce personal and professional boundaries

  • Develop skills for clear, assertive communication

  • Recognize manipulative behavior and respond appropriately

  • Foster healthier relationships through boundary setting

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Personal SafetyWorkplace Conflict

Safety, Assertiveness, Violence Prevention, Empowerment (S.A.V.E.)

  • Learn personal safety tools and strategies

  • Develop skills to avoid unwanted social interactions with colleagues

  • Master de-escalation and verbal strategies to avoid confrontations

  • Understand the importance of intuition and awareness for safety

  • Learn actionable self-defense strategies that are useful in a variety of circumstances

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Frequently Asked Questions on Working With Nicole

I'm represented by Kirkland Productions. Contact for booking: [email protected], 866-769-9037. Please view all my available programs and trainings on my website: www.nicolesnell.com.


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