Anna Conrad, JD · Executive coach, author, professor
Leadership keynotes that change what people do next
Candid, engaging keynotes that challenge conventional thinking and give leaders practical ideas they can use long after the applause ends. Drawing on more than 25 years of executive coaching and leadership development experience, Anna helps audiences see how everyday behavior shapes credibility, influence, and results.
In person and virtual · Associations · Executive retreats · Corporate events
25+
Years developing leaders
20,000
Leaders coached and trained
300+
Radio interviews
100+
Media features
More than an inspiring hour
Give your audience something they can use Monday morning
A strong keynote creates energy in the room. A memorable one changes what people notice, discuss, and do when they return to work.
Anna combines compelling stories, organizational insight, current research, practical tools, and an appropriate amount of humor to show how leadership actually happens: in conversations, decisions, difficult moments, and the behaviors people experience every day.
Signature keynotes
Timely ideas. Practical tools.
Each keynote is adapted to your audience, industry, event theme, and desired outcomes.
- 01
Breaking the Confidence Code
Confidence is not a personality trait you are born with; it is a set of practices you build. Learn what quietly erodes it in high-performing leaders, and the specific moves that rebuild it under pressure.
- 02
The New Rules of Executive Presence
Move beyond polish and position. Learn the verbal, nonverbal, and relational behaviors that help leaders be heard, respected, and trusted.
- 03
Be Your Own Advocate
Good work rarely speaks for itself. Learn how to articulate your value, ask for what you need, and step into visible opportunities with confidence without feeling self-promotional.
- 04
5 Ways to Make (or break) Your Career
Discover the everyday choices that quietly build, or undermine, credibility, visibility, relationships, and long-term career success.
- 05
Candor Without Casualties
How to say the hard thing clearly and keep the relationship intact. Practical language for feedback, disagreement, and high-stakes conversations.
- 06
Leading Through Change
People rarely resist change itself; they resist uncertainty. Learn what leaders can say and do to keep teams focused, informed, and committed when plans shift.
- 07
Burnout-Proof Leadership
Sustainable performance is a leadership skill. Explore the habits, boundaries, and team practices that protect energy without lowering the bar.
What audiences say
“Anna is one of the best facilitators and coaches I have ever worked with, and I have worked with hundreds!”
“Anna really connects with the audience and provides terrific examples which help participants in remembering the material and motivating them to use what they’ve learned.”
“The most awesome workshop in the conference. Enthusiasm and participation, humor and more. Totally applicable to all walks of life.”
For event leaders
A speaker who understands everything that happens before the stage
Selecting a keynote carries its own pressure. The speaker must fit the audience, reinforce the event’s purpose, engage the room, and make the person who recommended them look exceptionally wise.
- Pre-event planning conversation
- Customized keynote content
- Alignment with your conference theme
- Audience-specific examples
- Books and post-event resources
- Does Anna customize her keynotes?
- Yes. Every program is adapted to the audience, industry, event theme, and outcomes that matter most.
- What audiences does Anna typically speak to?
- Corporate leaders, professional associations, executive teams, legal professionals, and emerging leaders.
- Are keynotes available in person and virtually?
- Yes. Anna delivers both in-person and virtual keynote experiences, globally.
- Can a keynote include a breakout or discussion?
- Yes. Keynotes can be paired with a breakout, Q&A, roundtable, panel discussion, workshop, or executive session.
Bring Anna to your next event
Tell us a little about your event. We will respond within one business day to discuss fit, availability, and the best program for your audience.