Shirley Ellis

Helping leaders move from self-doubt to strategic execution.

Travels from Ohio City OH, USA

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Speaks on:

Authentic Leadership

Leadership Development

Personal Empowerment

Resilience

Speaks to:

Corporate Teams & Enterprises

Faith-Based & Religious Groups

Nonprofits & NGOs

Startups & Entrepreneurs

Formats:

Keynote

Workshop

Audience members say

Shirley captivates audiences with her authentic, energetic talks that transform doubt into bold action. She connects deeply with every person in the room through vulnerable storytelling and real-world examples, making complex subjects feel accessible and "life-changing." Her presentations blend clarity, confidence, and practical strategies that participants immediately implement, leaving them re-energized and equipped to move forward with newfound courage.

Key Audience Outcomes

Participants gained actionable strategies to implement immediately.
Attendees felt inspired and motivated to overcome their fears.
Listeners experienced a renewed sense of confidence and empowerment.
Individuals felt re-energized and pointed back in a direction to get their life going with motivation again.
Participants felt equipped with tools to enhance their personal and professional lives.

Shirley's Bio

With over a decade of corporate experience, Shirley Ellis served as a Principal Project Manager, leading cross-functional teams and influencing enterprise-level outcomes in highly regulated environments. She partnered with senior leaders to align strategy, accelerate execution, and drive measurable performance improvements. Tasked with leading initiatives to strengthen leadership readiness and support talent development across teams, she helped organizations build stronger leadership pipelines. Today, as the CEO of Intentional Impact LLC, a leadership development firm, Shirley works with mid-level leaders and C-suite executives to move from hesitation to strategic execution. Through keynote speaking, workshop facilitation, and executive coaching, she equips leaders to communicate with clarity and authority, strengthen decision-making, and maintain performance and composure under pressure. Known for her engaging delivery and contagious energy, she delivers highly interactive sessions.

TYPICAL FEE

Private

Varies based on date, location, and engagement type

What you will receive

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Shirley Offers the Following Talks

ResilienceLeadership Development

Emotional Intelligence for Unstoppable Professionals

* Lead with clarity, empathy, and influence, even in high-stress situations
* Navigate hard conversations and team dynamics without losing your cool or your voice
* Stay centered and strategic when others react emotionally or shut down

45 - 60 minutes

Authentic LeadershipPersonal Empowerment

Unshakeable Confidence Boldness and Belief

Strategies to overcome self-doubt and lead authentically.
* Proven methods to build unshakeable confidence and project credibility. *

45 - 60 minutes

Shirley's Links and Media Mentions

@iamshirleyellis

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