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keynote speaker & trainer for conferences, business summits and events.

A keynote speaker that empowers, inspires, & energizes.

Did you know that each and every one of us has this amazing inner genius just waiting to be unleashed? Allison is super passionate about this idea! She's spent over two decades diving into what makes high achievers tick, learning from the best leaders out there, and helping people like you tap into their inner genius. By working together, she helps unleash transformational change, guiding you to map out a new and exciting path forward. It's pretty awesome stuff!

With a winning style that includes a vibrant, upbeat personality combined with her knowledge of proven business-building techniques, Allison is the expert who will help lead you to success. Allison Michels is an experienced keynote speaker who brings energy, enthusiasm, and motivation to audiences large and small. Allison connects with each person in the room through her personal stories and life experiences.

Allison has spoken to thousands of leaders in over 100+ countries including leaders at Unitedhealth Care, Women’s Entrepreneurship Day-Wisconsin, UW-Madison, Eastbay/Footlocker, Accuray, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses, Greenheck, Genus PLC, ABS Global, Great Lakes Coca-Cola, Maxwell Leadership, Accuray, Transformacion Paraguay, and many other business and leadership conferences around the world. If you are looking for a speaker to empower, energize, and inspire your audience to success in designing a life they love, connect with Allison today!

Top Challenges Facing Corporations Globally

  • Employee Retention: Once companies have hired skilled individuals, retaining them can be challenging. Factors such as inadequate career development opportunities, lack of work-life balance, and uncompetitive compensation can contribute to high turnover rates

  • Diversity and Inclusion: Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a priority for many companies, but achieving and maintaining diversity can be challenging. Overcoming biases in recruitment, fostering an inclusive culture, and addressing systemic barriers are ongoing challenges.

  • Workplace Culture: A positive and engaging workplace culture is crucial for attracting and retaining top talent. Companies may struggle with fostering a culture that aligns with their values, promotes employee well-being, and encourages collaboration and innovation.

  • Employee Engagement: Keeping employees engaged and motivated is a constant challenge. Lack of recognition, limited opportunities for professional growth, and ineffective communication can contribute to decreased employee morale and productivity.

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Topics May Include

  • Based off Allison’s Best Selling Book

    Do you have big goals- but haven't taken action on them? Do you wish you could do more, but feel stuck? Imperfect Action: the act of letting go of perfectionism to take BOLD, COURAGEOUS ACTION!

  • Based off Allison’s Best Selling Book

    Have you ever felt stuck in a life you didn't choose? Then you need to begin designing your life to effect, real positive change. What changes are you facing today? Your life is yours to design, why not make it a life you LOVE!

  • Have you ever wondered what was holding you back from pursuing your passion? It may be your beliefs! In this interactive presentation Allison will walk the audience through how to create new beliefs to serve you in growing yourself as a leader.

  • Based off of John Maxwell's Book

    We all desire to make a difference in this world, this presentation will give you the tools to go out and DO IT! Allison has had the privilege of learning from John Maxwell directly. In this presentation she'll share how to gain influence and grow as a leader.

  • Did you know the #1 tool for advancement is effective communication and connection with people. In this informative presentation Allison shares practical tools she uses in her businesses to connect with clients and grow profits. It’s a game changer for building meaningful relationships!

  • The power of setting goals can change everything in a very short period of time in your life both personally and professionally. Allison shares what she’s learned from her mentors John C. Maxwell and Mark Cole on goal setting to reach new levels of success.

    *Customized Topics related to Leadership Development, Sales, Teams, Communication, and Business Building are also available.

  • Based off of John Maxwell’s book, “The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth”

    Everyone's journey through life is different, which means everyone experiences different challenges and obstacles. Allison shares how you can grow for your own journey, both personally and professionally. Watch WKOW Interview

  • Based off Allison’s Book

    Have you ever been in the cycle of stress and fear wondering what you should add to your plate to make it “simpler.” Me too, and I realized adding doesn’t work. This speech is specifically designed for the high achievers, the doers, the dreamers. If you are going through life wishing you had more time to do the things that matter most to you. If you are feeling the burden of stress and overwhelm, then you might need a reset.

  • Right now many companies are working to equip their employees with tools to speak up. In this training, Allison walks through what self-advocacy means, how to speak up, and how to ask for what you need. It's a powerful training filled with interactive activities, research, and powerful personal stories.

  • If you could launch your organization to the next level it could change everything from relationships, increased revenues, improved communications, and more. LAUNCH Your Leadership is based on research from Allison’s LAUNCH Leadership Conference where high achievers gather to launch to the next level. This is an interactive and fun training aimed at helping each leader understand more about themselves and how they can influence others in a positive way.

  • What if you could have your team come together to feel empowered, appreciated, and supported? In this powerful training, Allison will help the audience evaluate to understand themselves better by identifying their beliefs, strengths, and goals. They'll then work on tactical ways they can empower the people they work with. Finally, the audience will develop a list of ways they can support, encourage, and empower each other regularly. The ultimate goal of this training is to remind each person of their role in empowering each other because we all need support and encouragement.

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LAUNCH Leadership Conference

LAUNCH Leadership Conference is a fun, engaging, thought-provoking leadership event with speakers who ooze positivity, high energy, and are focused on your success.

Part conference, part magical retreat, part networking event with awesome people, this is a phenomenal day to help you fill your cup. LAUNCH Leadership Conference was designed to be a day to help leaders re-fuel, reset, and re-focus on what matters most.

Join leaders who are looking to LAUNCH their leadership skills and personal development to the next level. At the third annual LAUNCH Leadership Conference, you will join leaders from all levels (entry to senior leadership). Whether you have the goal of leveling up your career or growing your business, this is the conference for you.

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What people are saying…

“You were the best keynote speaker we had in 11 years of doing this event. Thank you!”

— Richard Central WI Financial Literacy Conference

“When I first met you Allison, I thought wow what a person with great confidence and spirit. Each and every time I saw you, you were always smiling and had something positive to say.”

— Jackie


Recent keynote speaking events & trainings:

John Maxwell Team Transformational Leadership Trip, Paraguay
Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, Madison, WI
ABS Global, Inc/Genus
Footlocker/Eastbay Women's Empowerment Week
Empower & Create
Polka Dot Powerhouse
The Local
MCDEVCO
YWCA
Ironwood Carnegie Library
Barnes & Noble, Green Bay & Madison

Recipient Athena Young Professional Athena Award
Marawood School Administrators
Athens School District
Marathon School District
Wausau Area Chamber of Commerce- HYPE Young Professionals
Wausau Area Mastermind Group
Financial Literacy Conference, Wausau, WI
United Way of Marathon County, Women in Action, Wausau, WI
N.E.W. Women's Business Summit, Green Bay, WI
UnitedHealth Care, Wausau, WI

Managing Women, Inc., Green Bay, WI
UW-Madison Women & Leadership Symposium
Life Under Construction Live Event
Great Lakes Coca-Cola
LAUNCH Leadership Conference, 2019, 2020
LAUNCH Youth Leadership Conference, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021
John Maxwell Team Youth Leadership Conference Speaker & Faculty
John Maxwell Team Content Creation for International Audience
Mount Olive Lutheran Church Youth Night
Genus PLC/ ABS Global Inc.

LAUNCH Leadership Conference Founded by (Josie Lana Photography)