Game Changing Advocacy Skills for Women
In this interactive and engaging 45-minute keynote, Wema will share how female leaders can build skills to empower themselves and others through self-advocacy, tapping into their full talent, skills and ability in work and life to elevate, advance and be successful in any environment.
This keynote will explore how female leaders can create value both personally and professionally through effective advocacy skills by harnessing their competence, abilities and personal life experiences to excel and by managing common pitfalls and derailers that get in the way.
These derailers, such as imposter syndrome, over-analyzing readiness to take new opportunities and believing their life choices are obstacles instead of being their greatest assets will be explored and dispelled as myths. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies to address unconscious bias, discover how to successfully leverage emotional intelligence and identify ways to embrace personal power and purpose to lead authentically, grow, develop and thrive in the workplace and environment.
Attendees will ultimately learn how to use these strategies in work and life to create value for themselves and others through game-changing advocacy skills to reach their full potential in everything they do.
Format (1-hour event):
Keynote: 45 minutes
Live Q&A: 15 minutes
Expected Outcomes:
How Difference Can Make a Difference:
In this keynote session, Wema demonstrates how to harness diversity to unlock an organization’s skills and abilities through inclusive practices leading to increased employee engagement and collaboration, breakthrough thinking and enhanced innovation.
Wema also discusses unconscious bias, how to create a culture of belonging, overcoming unconscious bias, cultural competence, and global leadership.
Maximizing the Female Potential in Your Organization
During this keynote presentation, Wema focuses on developing an organization’s capabilities to leverage the unique abilities, skills and leadership qualities of women through sponsorship, advocacy and intentional inclusion.
EQ & Inclusion: Unlocking the Value of Diversity To Address Racial Injustice
Wema explains the critical link between emotional intelligence and inclusion. This discussion explores the practical ways to build EQ in leaders, activate inclusion and promote equity to address racial injustice and embed equitable practices in organizational culture.
Wema also discusses unconscious bias: how to identify it, how to acknowledge it, how to overcome it and how to prevent it.
Activating Inclusion to Drive Well-Being & Mental Health
Keynote focused on understanding and addressing the impact the global pandemic has had on employee’s well being and mental health. This discussion highlights ways to integrate inclusion, equity and belonging to drive sustainable practices to support employee’s overall health and well-being.
Wema Hoover is a trailblazer in the fields of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), organizational development, and authentic leadership. With a career spanning decades, she has become a trusted voice for driving meaningful transformation in corporate culture. Known for her ability to inspire leaders and teams alike, Wema’s thought-provoking insights and actionable strategies resonate on both national and global stages. Her unique approach combines deep expertise with an unwavering commitment to fostering equity and empowerment across all levels of an organization.
As a thought leader, Wema has dedicated her career to creating inclusive environments where individuals and organizations thrive. Her impact extends far beyond theory; she is renowned for achieving tangible, measurable outcomes that redefine how businesses approach diversity and leadership. Whether empowering women leaders, guiding executives to embrace authentic leadership, or building sustainable DEI strategies, Wema’s work transforms aspirations into actionable results.
Wema Hoover’s career is a testament to her expertise in cultivating equitable workplaces and driving systemic change. She has served in prominent leadership roles across global organizations, where she has designed and implemented DEI strategies that directly align with business objectives. Her ability to integrate DEI into the core of organizational practices has earned her recognition as a trusted advisor to C-suite leaders and boards of directors.
What sets Wema Hoover apart is her holistic approach to leadership and development. She understands that true transformation begins with authenticity and self-awareness. Drawing from her own experiences and professional insights, she empowers leaders to embrace their unique identities while fostering a culture of inclusion and innovation. Her workshops, keynotes, and consulting engagements are rich with actionable takeaways that inspire both individuals and teams to reach their full potential.
Wema’s work is grounded in evidence-based practices and real-world application. She has a proven track record of driving outcomes such as increased employee engagement, improved organizational performance, and stronger talent retention. In addition, her focus on women’s empowerment has made her a sought-after mentor and advocate for advancing women’s leadership across industries. Through her dedication, she has cultivated a global network of changemakers who are committed to fostering equity and inclusion in their own spheres of influence.
Her influence extends beyond corporate walls. As a respected thought leader, Wema Hoover has shared her expertise through media appearances, publications, and keynote addresses at high-profile conferences. She has been featured in panels and discussions alongside some of the most influential voices in leadership and DEI, further solidifying her role as a leading authority in these critical areas.
Wema Hoover is a nationally and globally recognized thought leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion, authentic leadership, and women’s empowerment. With a career dedicated to driving results and transforming corporate cultures, she is a trusted advisor, mentor, and advocate for change. Her expertise, combined with her engaging and practical approach, ensures that her impact resonates long after the applause ends. Whether speaking to corporate executives or empowering women leaders, Wema’s insights and strategies ignite transformation and inspire growth.
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