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Leadership Speaking & Training

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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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)