Inspiring, Energizing

CHARLENE INSPIRES AUDIENCES TO tap into their superpower and win at every aspect of their lives. are you ready to be inspired?

Inspiring, Energizing

CHARLENE INSPIRES AUDIENCES TO ACHIEVE BEYOND THEIR EXPECTATIONS BY TAPPING INTO THEIR SUPERPOWER TO WIN AT WORK AND LIFE

Transform Your Events With Charlene Wheeless

Empower your people and elevate your events with an impactful and engaging keynote from Charlene Wheeless. Charlene is a well-known speaker, coach, and advisor that provides tailored keynotes to fit the unique needs of your group. Get in touch today. Unleash your audience's full potential and leave a lasting impact with Charlene.

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Say goodbye to mundane events and hello to inspiration, empowerment, and confidence. My keynotes ignite a spark within attendees, igniting their courage to take action and unleash their full potential. Whether it's for virtual or live events, I am ready to deliver impactful experiences for conferences, business meetings, affinity groups, and any other gatherings. Embrace real change and elevate your event. Charlene’s message is universal! Hold a date today!"

“Every syllable of this talk rang of truth earned many times over…one of our participants blurted out that this virtual session was ‘like church,’ and immediately people piled on to upvote that statement.”
— David Murray, EVP Speechwriter’s Assoc.
“Few Black women have made it to the C-suite, but Charlene Wheeless did it! Now she uses the power of that experience to encourage other women to pursue their dreams, despite the barriers we might encounter. In this deeply personal and empowering message, Charlene also helps leaders see more clearly how they can support these dreams. Charlene’s charming and inspiring delivery will leave you feeling that you, too, can reach the top.“
— Gena Cox, P.h.D.,
“Charlene’s speech is a powerful reminder that we all have the choice to live the life we deserve by taking charge of our lives. Coming from Charlene, who has the professional and personal experience to back it up, this message is motivating and empowering: take a deep breath, make a decision, and take action.”
— Robin Taub, CA, CPA

"very powerful."

"Charlene did an amazing job discussing systemic racism and issues regarding DE&I in the workforce. There were many key takeaways from this podcast. I really enjoyed the passion and conviction in her voice when speaking on these issues. She kept it professional throughout and yet it made a lasting impact on me. I really appreciated her sharing her personal experiences about being an African American woman in the United States. I truly believe that understanding the lived experiences of other people is the first step in generating positive change. She shared that throughout her life there will come many points where she thinks she has overcome the racial barrier, but then something will happen to remind her that she hasn't. I thought this statement was very powerful."
"An inspiration"

“This was literally one of the most captivating sessions — I could have listened to Charlene for hours — what an inspirational person. She spoke on so many levels for me: her cancer journey is so powerful; she talked ED&I in the broadest sense; Racial injustice; Mental health and well-being; Stereotypes. I don’t believe anybody could say they cannot relate to one of her points…she is an inspiration. I will be sharing this with my team. This is something a broader audience could really benefit from.”
"blown away by her"

“In looking for ways to inspire and empower the outstanding female leaders on my team, I immediately thought of Charlene Wheeless. In my experience with Charlene, I’ve found her to be bold, intelligent, completely incapable of pedaling fluff! That’s exactly what I wanted for my team and she delivered! They were blown away by her experience and insights for sure, but almost all of the comments I got back were about her keen ability to cut through the clutter and just get to the truth that mattered to them. I’ve clearly seen their confidence in themselves, their ideas and their value to our organization at a different level after their time with Charlene.”
— Brett Jewkes, EVP/Chief Brand and Comms Officer, AMB Sports + Entertainment
"I truly appreciated this talk."

"Charlene gave great insight on the status quo and action plans for sustaining the commitment of diversity and inclusion. I liked how she included tangible, realistic solutions for making systemic changes within institutions such as workplaces. At the local level, she stresses that the conversation needs to continue. I loved all of her key points. As a Black woman in the PR industry, I truly appreciated this talk."
"Students raved about her genuine approach"

"Charlene, thank you for your terrific participation in today’s panel. Students raved about your genuine approach and great messages. I really appreciate you taking some time out of your weekend for us. It was awesome."
"a beautiful and inspiring story"

"I had the pleasure of hearing you speak today. Wow! You have such a beautiful and inspiring story. I am so glad that I will go forward in my professional career with your words: "a dead battery can't jump a dead battery" in my head. Thank you; you are enough."
"challenged our work culture and relational capacity"

"I am passionate about growing leaders and seeing leadership that leaves a mark in the lives of people. I was moved by your story and at the same time, challenged by your leadership. Leading in this season has challenged our work culture and relational capacity. I feel my team would really benefit from you about leading through adversity."

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SOAR AND BE SEEN: BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS FOR EXPLOSIVE GROWTH!

**Audience**: Business Professionals, Leaders
**PAYOFFS: LEADERS AND ORGANIZATIONS**
***Delivers a more engaged, productive, and innovative workforce, ultimately leading to greater organizational success and sustainability.***
**More proactive and responsible decision-making; innovation, dynamic culture**
**Personal investment in the company's success; improved performance and employee retention.**
**Organizational development and expansion; workforce committed to continuous learning and improvement.**
**A more motivated and engaged workforce; enthusiastic work environment.**
**A more autonomous workforce capable of making decisions that positively impact the company's operations and reputation.**
**Employees feel more involved in creating processes, products, or services.**
**Flexible and adaptive organizational culture, which can be crucial in responding to market changes and challenges.**
**More focused and goal-oriented actions; improved efficiency and effectiveness.**
**Higher job satisfaction; reduced turnover; improved morale**
**Organizational stability and resilience**
**Enhanced brand reputation, customer loyalty, and employee engagement.**

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soar and be seen: breaking down fear to make courageous choices

**Audience**: Women Professionals, Leaders of Difference and Allies
**PAYOFFS: INDIVIDUALS**
***Contributes to personal satisfaction, development and well-being***
**Agency:** Control over one's own actions and decisions. It's about feeling empowered and capable of influencing one's own life and environment.
**Ownership:** Taking responsibility and pride in what one does.
**Growth:** Evolving and improving over time.
**Inspiration:** Mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially something creative or of personal significance.
**Empowerment:** Becoming stronger and more confident; having the power and freedom to act.
**Authorship:** Being a creator or innovator .
**Freedom:** The power or right to act, speak, or think without hindrance or restraint; confidence in autonomy and independence.
**Intentionality:** Being deliberate and purposive.
**Fulfillment:** Satisfaction or happiness as a result of fully developing one’s abilities and character.
**Steadiness:** Being reliable and consistent.
**Purpose:** Having a sense of direction or a goal that gives meaning to actions.

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Lessons from Being Invisible

**Audience**: Business, Organizations, Community Leaders, Universal Audience, Anyone struggling in life and work
PAYOFFS: EVERYONE
**Inspiration:** The speaker's personal journey from feeling invisible to becoming a trailblazer provides an empowering narrative, illustrating how overcoming adversity can lead to significant personal and professional growth.
**Understanding of Imposter Syndrome:** Insight into the prevalence of Imposter Syndrome, especially among women, offers attendees a deeper understanding of this common issue and its impact on personal and professional life.
**Recognizing and Addressing Workplace Challenges:** Highlights various workplace challenges like being overlooked or underestimated, helping attendees recognize and address these issues in their own environments.
**The Power of Choice:** The emphasis on choice as a transformative power encourages attendees to take control of their lives and decisions, fostering a sense of agency and self-determination.
**Strategies for Personal and Professional Development:** By sharing strategies such as creating moments of choice and making friends with failure, the speaker offers practical advice for personal and professional development.
**Encouragement to Overcome Barriers:** The narrative of overcoming barriers related to race, gender, and societal expectations inspires attendees facing similar challenges.
**Building Courage and Conviction:** Emphasis on the importance of courage, commitment, and conviction in making life-changing decisions and fostering authentic change.
**Power of Community:** Through audience participation and shared experiences, the speech fosters a sense of community and raises awareness about common struggles, encouraging collective support and understanding.
**The Importance of Self-Love and Self-Advocacy:** Underscores the significance of self-love and being one's own cheerleader as crucial elements for personal success and fulfillment.
**Motivation to Embrace and Initiate Change:** Provides motivation and inspiration for attendees to initiate positive changes in their lives and surroundings.

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I’m available for your large or small group gathering. As your keynote, my job is to motivate, inspire, teach, surprise and delight your audience – every time.

I speak on several topics, the three above are the most popular. If they don’t fit your needs, let’s have a conversation because I’m nothing if not versatile! If I’m the right fit—great—and if not, I’m happy to refer you to others you can trust to deliver!

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