Debra Jasper

Debra Jasper

Ohio, USA
Founder and CEO Mindset Digital & Advisor - Strategic Communicator And Visual Storytelling Expert
An international keynote speaker, Mindset Digital Founder and CEO Debra Jasper, PhD, has given keynotes to thousands of people in more than a dozen countries, from Australia and Ukraine to Dubai. Named one of the top Winning Women entrepreneurs in North America by Ernst & Young, Debra and her firm work with leaders and advisors across Fortune 100 firms, and specialize in working with leaders in hospitality, healthcare and finance. Debra Jasper is also a fellow in the John Glenn College of Public Affairs at Ohio State University, where she teaches graduate courses in Managing in a Hybrid World.
  • Business Growth
  • Business Management
  • Corporate Audience
  • Corporations & Businesses
  • Economic Development
  • Endorsement & Product Launch
  • Finance & Insurance
  • Key Note
  • Sales Motivation & Sales Kick Off
  • Virtual & Online Meetings

DEBRA JASPER BIOGRAPHY

Mobile, custom, fast and easy. That’s what it takes to meet the demands of today’s digital consumer. That’s why Mindset Digital Founder and CEO Debra Jasper is passionate about helping leaders compete in a world of AI, charming chatbots, emotion analytics and more.

As founder and CEO of Mindset Digital, Debra Jasper, Ph.D., applies her deep passion for powerful storytelling to helping professionals capture attention in a digital age. Debra has given talks to more than 50,000 professionals around the world, from the Australian Global Internet Conference to Sweden’s Schibsted Academy and the Ukrainian Council of Ministers. Today, tens of thousands of professionals are enrolled in her firm’s highly visual online training courses, where they earn certifications in the Social Selling Habit and Marketing in a Social World.

Before launching her digital transformation firm, Debra Jasper directed Ohio State’s Kiplinger Program in the John Glenn School of Public Affairs, where she launched the first social media fellowship for journalists in the world— working with CNN, 60 Minutes, The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times and other top newsrooms. Debra spent more than a decade as an award-winning journalist, covering presidential campaigns and state politics and producing in-depth, investigative projects. She earned two degrees in journalism, along with a Ph.D. in Educational Policy and Leadership from Ohio State (she wrote her dissertation on the art of powerful storytelling in Appalachia).

As part of her work, Debra Jasper is immersed in studying megatrends, micro-trends, business transitions and culture shifts as well as leading digital transformations that move legacy workforces from reluctance to relevance. In this time of short attention spans and hyper-distraction, she also teaches leaders how to write and present with clarity and impact. Named one of the top 12 female entrepreneurs in North America by Ernst & Young, Debra works with a wide range of leaders across Fortune 100 financial firms as well as healthcare, hospitality and tech organizations.

Formerly Directed Ohio State’s Kiplinger Program in the John Glenn School, where Debra Jasper launched the first social media fellowship for journalists in the world–working with CNN, 60 Minutes, The Washington Post, and other top newsrooms. Spent more than a decade as an award-winning journalist, covering presidential campaigns and government–and producing in-depth, investigative projects that spurred new laws and reforms. Earned her PhD in Educational Policy and Leadership from Ohio State (she wrote her dissertation on the art of powerful micro-storytelling), as well as two degrees in journalism.

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Debra Jasper Topic Presentations

break through - advancing in today’s distracted, hybrid world

  • Virtual PresentationKeynote PresentationWorkshop SessionHalf Day TrainingFull Day Training
  • Today’s clients are not just more distracted. They are more distant and distressed. To compete, we must adapt––fast––to new ways of working. That’s why this high-impact keynote, by award-winning storyteller and international keynote speaker, Debra Jasper, Ph.D., will show you how to:

    • Save time and get faster responses with clear, compelling messaging.
    • Make complex data and financials easier for your clients to understand and act on.
    • Create a compelling online presence that stands out from the crowd.
    • Prepare not just for what’s now—but for what’s coming next (rapidly changing AI tech, charming chatbots and more).

    When you communicate with extreme clarity, you have maximum impact. This session will give you a step-by-step guide to breaking through.

break through - leading in a time of ai, charming chatbots and more

  • Virtual PresentationKeynote PresentationWorkshop SessionHalf Day TrainingFull Day Training
  • The headlines are daunting. “The Robots are Coming” warns The New York Times. “AI will Revolutionize Investing,” predicts Fortune. “More than 300 Million (Mostly White Collar) Jobs will be Impacted by AI,” says CNN.

    But beyond the headlines, what will AI really mean for how you do business every day? Put another way, are the bots coming for your job?

    In this interactive session, Ohio State Faculty Fellow Debra Jasper, Ph.D., will explore how AI will dramatically change the way you work, communicate and connect. It will cover:

    • The two ROIs of AI (the Return on Investment and Risk of Ignoring)
    • The impact of AI on the financial sector
    • How to stand out with clients amidst a tsunami of AI-generated content
    • What you can do to prepare––not just for what’s now, but for what’s coming next

    In this fast-moving session, Debra––named one of the top female entrepreneurs in North America by Ernst & Young––will give you new, practical approaches for advancing in a world of AI, charming chatbots and more. Because to compete, you can be reluctant (to adapt) or you can be relevant. But these days, you can’t be both.

navigating the digital maze - strategies for successful business transitions and digital transformation.

  • Virtual PresentationKeynote PresentationWorkshop SessionHalf Day TrainingFull Day Training
  • In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, business transitions and digital transformations can be both daunting and essential for survival. As a motivational speaker coach, Debra Jasper empowers leaders to embrace change and navigate the digital maze with confidence. With her expertise in megatrends, micro-trends, and culture shifts, Debra provides practical strategies for moving legacy workforces from reluctance to relevance in a world of AI, emotion analytics, and charming chatbots.

    From developing clear and impactful communication skills to mastering the latest mobile, custom, fast, and easy tools, Debra’s motivational speeches inspire audiences to take bold steps toward successful business transitions and digital transformation. With her snappy title, “Navigating the Digital Maze,” Debra captures the urgency and excitement of this dynamic and ever-changing field.

unlocking the future with ai and machine learning

  • Virtual PresentationKeynote PresentationWorkshop SessionHalf Day TrainingFull Day Training
  • As technology continues to evolve at breakneck speed, it’s easy to get lost in the hype and wonder of science fiction. But what does the future really hold for AI, chat GPT, and machine learning? As a leading expert in tech futures, Debra Jasper delves into the latest research and developments in these cutting-edge fields. Drawing on her deep knowledge of megatrends and culture shifts, she explores the real-world implications of AI and machine learning on industries ranging from finance to healthcare to entertainment. With her snappy title, “Beyond Sci-Fi,” Debra challenges audiences to move beyond the hype and embrace the incredible potential of AI and machine learning to transform our lives and our world. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or a curious skeptic, Debra’s motivational speeches will inspire you to unlock the future and seize the opportunities of tomorrow.

innovation at warp speed - navigating the future of technology

  • Virtual PresentationKeynote PresentationWorkshop SessionHalf Day TrainingFull Day Training
  • The pace of innovation in the world of technology is accelerating at warp speed, and the future is more exciting and unpredictable than ever. As a leading expert in tech futures, Debra Jasper shares her insights and perspectives on what lies ahead in the rapidly evolving world of technology. Drawing on her deep understanding of megatrends, micro-trends, and culture shifts, she explores the potential impact of emerging technologies like AI, quantum computing, blockchain, and more.

    From predicting the next big thing to identifying potential pitfalls and ethical considerations, Debra’s motivational speeches help audiences stay ahead of the curve and navigate the complex landscape of future technology. With her snappy title, “Innovation at Warp Speed,” Debra captures the excitement and urgency of this rapidly evolving field, inspiring audiences to embrace change and seize the opportunities of tomorrow.

the power of extreme clarity - break through in a hyper-distracted, hybrid world

  • Virtual PresentationKeynote PresentationWorkshop SessionHalf Day TrainingFull Day Training
  • Today’s audiences aren’t just distracted, they are more distant and distressed. To capture attention, you must become a powerful virtual communicator. In this high-impact keynote, Mindset Digital CEO Debra Jasper, PhD will show you how to:

    • use extreme clarity to drive action and get faster results
    • present with power–even on a small screen
    • create a compelling online presence that stands out from the crowd

    When you communicate with extreme clarity, you will have maximum impact. This session will give you a step-by-step guide to transforming your approach

advancing women in a digital age - key visibility strategies that raise the bar

  • Virtual PresentationKeynote PresentationWorkshop SessionHalf Day TrainingFull Day Training
  • Much is changing for today’s women leaders. They are running for office in record numbers and winning. They now control 60% of private wealth in the U.S. and that number is on the rise. And they are forcefully speaking out about the hurdles that stand in their way. Yet there are still more CEOs named Michael or James in the S&P 1,500 than women CEOs.

    So how can more women harness their power, and the power of this moment, to create a greater impact? This high-energy session, led by Debra Jasper, PhD, —named one of the top female entrepreneurs in North America by Ernst & Young—demonstrates actionable strategies for advancing in a digital age. She’ll cover how to:

    • take the stage and capture attention (and why it matters so much)
    • communicate with confidence, clarity and impact
    • increase your visibility with a compelling online presence and powerhouse network

    To reach today’s distant, distracted audiences requires rethinking everything from the language we use to how we deliver presentations to how we show up online. This session will help women leaders embrace and showcase new approaches and take the stage strategies that stand out from the crowd.

you have eight seconds, go! competing in a connected world

  • Virtual PresentationKeynote PresentationWorkshop SessionHalf Day TrainingFull Day Training
  • Mobile, custom, fast and easy. That’s what it takes to meet the demands of today’s digitally savvy consumers. But simply recognizing this isn’t enough. You need to:

    • understand what smart organizations are doing to earn attention and loyalty
    • write and present for a hyper-distracted mobile world
    • build a personable online presence that stands out from the crowd
    • get ready for what’s coming next (AI, charming bots, emotion analytics and more)
    • To survive, businesses need to adapt. In this interactive session, international keynote speaker Debra Jasper, Ph.D. and founder of Mindset Digital, will help your teams “connect the dots” — and take advantage of new technologies and approaches that lead to breakthrough results.

    Note: This talk can be customized for a range of industries, from financial and healthcare to hospitality and manufacturing, and a range of audiences, such as:

    • You Have Eight Seconds, Go! Recruiting in a Digital World (for recruiters)
    • You Have Eight Seconds, Go! Selling in a Social World (for sales teams)
    • You Have Eight Seconds, Go: Leading in a Digital World (for C-Suites)
    • You Have Eight Seconds, Go: Breaking Through in a Hyper-Distracted World (for compliance teams)

Testimonials

I have been booking speakers for 10 years now and we use the same dataset for measuring speaker performance. Debra Jasper broke all records. I book over 150 speakers per year and Debra Jasper is #1. My advice – Book Debra before TED does

Phil Leahy

CEO
Retail Global

Thank you for your inspirational presentation today. I wish all my female colleagues could have attended! I look forward to sharing my new knowledge with them.

Molly

Today’s keynote was the most energizing keynote that I have ever attended! I give a 5 star to Debra Jasper and the CSCNetwork for including her as a presenter

Emily

Great talk today, Debra Jasper The insight you shared in ‘Breaking Through Advancing Women in The Digital Age’ was invaluable. I’d love to connect to continue gleaning knowledge from you. Fantastic talk! One of the best I’ve attended in 2021 and 2022 combined

Kelli

It was such a pleasure attending your keynote Debra Jasper. Our team came away with great insight into ways to engage our team members and customers. Thank you for taking the time to present to our network. I hope to cross paths in the future.

Jaunie

Super compelling slides! Kept my attention the entire time

Susan

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