Keynote Speaking

Keynotes That Shift How Leaders Think and How They Lead

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A Voice for This Moment

Dr. Kimberly McGlonn is a nationally recognized speaker bringing clarity, conviction, and cultural insight to conversations on leadership, business, and impact.

Her work challenges audiences to rethink not just what they build, but how and why they build it.

Featured in Vogue, Fast Company, Essence, and Inc., Kimberly speaks to organizations, institutions, and leaders ready to move beyond performative success towards bold, values-aligned decisions that translate influence into meaningful, measurable impact- for both their business and the broader world.

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Kimberly delivers talks that are both intellectually rigorous and emotionally resonant, leaving audiences with clarity, language, and a renewed sense of responsibility.

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Signature Keynotes

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Exceptional Design

10 Conventions of Moral Leadership

A signature keynote redefining leadership as a design practice. Kimberly introduces a framework for leaders to build organizations rooted in care, equity, and long-term impact—not just performance.

Audiences walk away with:

  • A new lens on leadership as intentional design

  • Practical principles for building resilient, values-driven organizations

  • Language to lead with clarity in complex environments

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The Cost of Conformity

Why Playing It Safe Is No Longer a Strategy

A compelling call to reject outdated business norms and embrace bold, values-aligned leadership. Kimberly challenges leaders to move beyond conventional thinking and build work that is relevant, responsible, and future-facing.

Key takeaways:

  • Why conformity leads to stagnation

  • How bold, purpose-driven organizations outperform

  • What it means to treat boldness as a strategic advantage

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Additional Topics

Kimberly also speaks on:

  • Building Meaningfully Inclusive Organizations

  • Ethical Entrepreneurship: Profit, Purpose, and Power

  • Leadership in Complex Systems & Turbulent Times

  • Social Impact as a Strategic Imperative

  • Identity as Strategic Tool

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Kimberly McGlonn speaking at the Total Impact Summit 2025 in Philadelphia

Who She Speaks To

Kimberly works with:

  • Corporate leadership teams

  • Universities and academic institutions

  • Foundations and mission-driven organizations

  • Creative and cultural institutions

Her audiences span industries - but share one thing:

They are building something that matters.

Selected Clients & Recognition

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Named “Most Influential Philadelphians” (2023-2025)

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Supported by BeyGOOD Foundation and Visa’s She’s Next Initiative

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What Audiences Experience

Kimberly’s talks are not passive.

They are designed to:

  • Challenge assumptions

  • Introduce new frameworks

  • Create emotional and intellectual engagement

  • Leave audiences with clear, actionable insight and feeling inspired

What Leaders Are Saying

Zacharia Levine

Vice President of People & Sustainability

The Synergy Company

Carson Bolding

B Network Program Manager

B Lab U.S. & Canada

Dr. Ellonda Williams

Senior Director of Community

B Lab U.S. & Canada

Hugues Sygney Jr.

Executive Director

Freedom Through Knowledge

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    "Dr. McGlonn has an extraordinary gift for connecting with students and fellow educators on a profound and intimate level. Her ability to share her story with raw honesty and vulnerability opens doors for others to explore their lives with courage, curiosity, and clarity. Whether in a classroom or on stage, Dr. McGlonn’s storytelling captivates, inspires, and guides us to truth and understanding. Dr. McGlonn’s influence extends far beyond the moment; she plants seeds of inspiration that continue to grow, encouraging us to live a life that makes a difference."

    Sharon Ahram

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    “Kimberly was an excellent speaker. She was engaging and fluid with her delivery. I felt inspired to think beyond my current situation and find ways to engage the exceptional in my everyday."

    JHP Archtiecture | Executive

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    "Kimberly is a wealth of knowledge as a business owner, but, more importantly, she knows how to connect and to move people towards reflection and building lives that are meaningful. I would recommend her to anyone looking to build a career and life that is filled with intention and courage"

    Dr. Sarah Gulish

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If you’re looking for a speaker who brings both substance and presence, Kimberly delivers talks that resonate far beyond the moment.

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