Kelly Falardeau

Kelly Falardeau

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Edmonton, Alberta

International Bestselling Author | Diversity & Inclusion Coach | Award Winning Motivational Speaker

Kelly Falardeau's remarkable personal journey as a burn survivor who has transformed her struggle with self-worth and confidence into a journey from near death to success. Kelly Falardeau's unparalleled ability to ignite self-esteem and transform thoughts into success has made her one of the Top 10 Most Powerful and Influential Speakers, Fierce Woman of the Year, an International Best Selling Author (8x), and recipient of multiple awards, including the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal and YWCA Woman of Distinction. Kelly Falardeau's exceptional abilities have earned her global admiration, with three books paralleling her presentations, a documentary called "Still Beautiful," and a viral video by Goalcast titled "Your Mirror is Wrong."

KELLY FALARDEAU BIOGRAPHY

Kelly Falardeau is a burn survivor since the age of two years old on 75% of her body and constantly struggled with her self-worth and confidence. She found a way to go from near death to success; from the ugly scar-faced girl to the Top 10 Most Powerful and Influential Speaker, Fierce Woman of the Year, an International Best Selling Author (8x), recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal and YWCA Woman of Distinction.

Kelly Falardeau is a force to be reckoned with, a prominent figure known across Canada, the United States, the UK, and Africa as an exceptional International Award Winning Motivational Keynote Speaker and Bestselling Author. Kelly Falardeau’s exceptional ability to ignite self-esteem and transform thoughts into success is nothing short of remarkable. Stemming from a journey through childhood as a burn survivor, Kelly Falardeau has overcome insurmountable obstacles, achieving one goal after another with an unparalleled level of positive self-esteem.

Kelly Falardeau’s reputation as a forward thinker and go-getter has earned her global admiration for her successes as a speaker and entrepreneur. Kelly Falardeau’s pinnacle of achievement has been reached through her ability to share her perspective as a motivational speaker, inspiring people all over the world to take control of their success.

Kelly Falardeau’s outstanding talent has been captured in three books; ‘No Risks, No Rewards’, ‘Self-Esteem Doesn’t Come in a Bottle’, and ‘1000 Tips for Teenagers’, which parallel her presentations and provide unique insights to a broader population. Her exceptional abilities have not gone unnoticed, and Kelly Falardeau has been recognized with the Fierce Woman of the Year award, the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, and the prestigious YWCA Woman of Distinction 2013 award.

Kelly Falardeau is also featured on TV in Canada on Global TV Edmonton and Calgary, CTS TV, CTV TV, Breakfast TV, Access TV, CBC, A­ Channel and CFRN. She has appeared as a guest on various radio shows too. Articles have been written about her in the Edmonton Woman Magazine, Edmonton Examiner, Edmonton Journal, Edmonton Sun, Pioneer Balloons Balloon Magazine and Kelly Falardeau won the MOM Executive Officer award from the Mom Magazine. Kelly Falardeau was also chosen amongst thousands to present her business to the Dragons for the Dragons’ Den CBC television series.

The power of Kelly Falardeau’s story has been showcased in a documentary called “Still Beautiful,” which was broadcasted on National TV. In addition, a video launched by Goalcast, titled “Your Mirror is Wrong,” went viral, gaining over 1 million views in just 6 hours. Kelly Falardeau’s unparalleled ability to inspire and motivate others has earned her a place among the Top Ten Most Powerful and Influential Speakers.

Videos

Podcasts

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Biz Help For You

Candy Messer

U.G.L.Y. is Always Beautiful with Kelly Falardeau
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BrainyMoms

Dr. Ammy Moore

Still Beautiful: A Burn Survivor's Advice on Defining Self-Worth with guest Kelly Falardeau

Kelly Falardeau Topic Presentations

chatgpt: writing content in the blink of an eye for hr professionals

  • Virtual PresentationKeynote PresentationWorkshop SessionHalf Day TrainingFull Day Training
  • Step into the world of accelerated content creation with Kelly Falardeau. Get ready for an engaging exploration as Kelly presents “ChatGPT: Writing Content in the Blink of an Eye for HR Professionals.” This enlightening session will unravel the fascinating realm of AI-driven content generation under Kelly’s expert guidance.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Discover the potential of ChatGPT and AI-driven content creation, revolutionizing HR writing workflows.
    • Master the art of infusing AI-generated content with a human touch, ensuring authenticity and resonance.
    • Implement practical strategies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in HR communication through AI-powered tools.

grit, guts and courage

you're more than enough

not all scars are visible

how to publish your first book in seven easy steps

self-esteem doesn't come in a bottle

no risk, no rewards -how to take the risks to gain the rewards

from near death to success

Testimonials

Your inspirational book was sparked by passion. This must­have book is a tool that will empower you and help you to create the life you dream of. Kelly, you are an inspiration to many! Thank you for reminding us to keep dreaming!  

Debra Kasowski ­
The Millionaire Woman

We are on this planet to evolve our soul and Kelly is here to remind us of this. She reminds us that we are much more than our problems or challenges. She shares her wisdom with passion and purpose that what is on the inside is what matters. Her light shines and when we are in her presence we are all uplifted. Thank you Kelly for sharing your brilliance with all of us.  

Karen Klassen

Founder
Women Embracing Brilliance

I agree the presentation was great & I think everyone enjoyed it. We feel honoured to have got to meet Kelly & Alex, and I think this year’s conference was truly a success & memorable. Thank you for sharing your story with the women in Rimbey!  

Peggy Makofka

Executive Director
Rimbey FCSS

Kelly, great presentation yesterday at eWomen Network Edmonton. You were authentic, entertaining and inspirational! People are going to LOVE your new book!  

Lisa Litwinski

You did an unbelievable and outstanding job on speaking to us all! You truly are an inspiration to many! Hugs! Job well done!  

Brynda Roche

I so enjoyed your presentation on Wed. night. You are so confident and have so much inner strength and so much humour; it comes out in your presentations! Thanks so much for sharing ­ you’re amazing.  

Sylvia Young

Articles & Media

Alberta woman who suffered burns as a child spreads message of inner beauty

Global News

After suffering a life-altering childhood accident, one Alberta woman is hoping the story of her resilience will inspire others to better see their own beauty. “I wanted to be beautiful and here I am, covered in ugly scars,” Kelly Falardeau told The Morning News on 770 CHQR. Falardeau’s scars are the result of an accident that happened at her family’s farm near Spruce Grove, Alta.
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Edmonton-area burn survivor stars in inner-beauty film

Edmonton Journal

It was more than teen angst. When Falardeau was two, she was badly burned on her face, neck, arms, chest and back when a spark flew out of a burning barrel of old shingles on her grandfather’s Spruce Grove-area farm. Although she’s had more than 40 procedures, the tight and discoloured scars are still visible on the 52-year-old Stony Plain woman.
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Burn survivors share scars, recovery with students

CTV News

Falardeau was two years old when she received burns in a house fire. Bullied for her looks throughout her childhood, she focuses her speeches on self-empowerment. “We think that we have to be perfect. People are bombarded by so many social media messages," she said. "We don’t have to be perfect in order to be beautiful.”
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Burn survivor Kelly Falardeau in City for empowering presentation

Red Deer Express

As a woman who lived with severe burn scarring for her whole life, Falardeau has had her share of depression, lack of self-confidence and struggles as she grew up requiring multiple surgeries, facial reconstruction and constant rejection. Now, Falardeau shares her story as a successful keynote motivational speaker and has written multiple books on how women and teens can love their bodies and learn to appreciate themselves.
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Black Belt Bots

SBC

Interview with Kelly Falardeau
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Books

Still Beautiful - How to Discover Your Value, Self-Worth & the Self-Love Formula
Still Beautiful - How to Discover Your Value, Self-Worth & the Self-Love Formula
At age two Kelly Falardeau was horrifically burned in an accident. Since that day, she has resisted being the 'ugly, scar-faced girl' and defined for herself what beauty really means, in a time of unprecedented social pressure.Along with her life story, Kelly invited other authors to share their...
7 Ways to Embrace the Real You: Learn to Love, Honor and Value Yourself
7 Ways to Embrace the Real You: Learn to Love, Honor and Value Yourself
Do you feel like every time you say or think something good about yourself, you're bragging? You are not bragging! You are embracing what's great about you, you're recognizing your gifts and you're acknowledging and embracing the real you! In order to embrace the real you, you have to start...
Self Esteem Doesn't Come in a Bottle (No Risk No Rewards)
Self Esteem Doesn't Come in a Bottle (No Risk No Rewards)
Why is it that we are trained to believe that if we use that bottle of MAGIC that we're going to feel better about ourselves? What is it in that bottle that is going to make us feel more beautiful and authentic to others? Why is it that people think that Botox is going to make people love them...
1000 Tips for Teenagers: 1200 Tips to Empower Teens
1000 Tips for Teenagers: 1200 Tips to Empower Teens
1000 Tips for Teenagers is a compilation book of 120 authors who have each contributed 10 tips to inspire teens. With suicide at an all-time high, this book was written to help teens know that we aren't giving up on them. Teens count and teens matter! This book is the ultimate resource for the teen...

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