“Elissa is a truly inspiring person”

- Charles Stefanelli, Amazon
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It’s time to redefine what it means to ‘win’ - in work and in life.

Elissa knows what it means to succeed. And her message is profoundly simple: Our time on this earth is finite. So as long as we’re living, let’s live.

keynote 1

Live Like It Means Something

Because bouncing back isn’t enough - we’re here to build forward.

A powerful reframe of modern resilience, this keynote invites audiences to replace survival mode with clarity, connection, and purpose-driven action.

Takeaways:

  • Reimagine resilience beyond grit and grind
  • Reconnect with purpose in work and life
  • Build emotional clarity into leadership and culture
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“I love it, we got this! When you are going through it, you are looking for someone that’s got you and she does.”

Robin Roberts
,
Good Morning America

“I love how she says ‘prioritize living’. That’s the stuff!”

Ginger Zee
,
Good Morning America

“Elissa is a true pro. Not only was she a joy to work with, she was an expert story teller and presenter. Her story, execution, and overall partnership far exceeded our expectations.”

Kolby Capelouto
,
Amazon Ads

"The audience was truly captivated by her talk!

Charmaine Caruncho
,
Celonis Inc.
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The Joy Imperative

Thriving isn’t selfish - it’s strategic.

Elissa shares the mindset shift that changed everything: joy isn’t a luxury. It’s a strategy. In this keynote, she teaches individuals and organizations how to lead and live with joy at the center.

Takeaways:

  • Make joy a measurable part of your culture
  • Unlock energy, engagement, and empathy
  • Lead teams that are clear, connected, and grounded
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"Elissa, as always, is a true inspiration. She really touched our community and helped residents in need of support in a beautiful way.”

Debi Conocenti
,
Motion Picture And Television Fund

"Elissa’s story challenges you to pause and reflect on the personal race you may be running in your own life or organization...

Alexandra Williams
,
Universal Music Enterprises
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Redefining the Win

What if success wasn’t about crossing a finish line?

This keynote challenges conventional definitions of success, helping individuals and organizations build new goals rooted in impact, integrity, and sustainability.

Takeaways:

  • Rethink achievement in a burnout-prone world
  • Lead from meaning, not metrics
  • Design workplaces that value both performance and presence
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I have traveled this cancer trajectory, I have evolved into a new space: I am no longer afraid of dying. I am afraid of not living.

—Elissa

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