Georgette Reed
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Vancouver, British Columbia
A Former Canadian Olympic | Health And Wellness | Mental Health And Productivity Expert
- Videos
- Expertise
- Podcasts
- HR & Corporate Culture
- Change Management
- Adaptability & Agility
- Communication
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- LGBTQ2S+
- Health & Wellness
- Leadership
- Leadership and Change
GEORGETTE REED BIOGRAPHY
Georgette Reed is an Olympian, mental health advocate, and personal empowerment coach who has dedicated her life to promoting wellness, resilience, and personal growth. She is a 17-time Canadian champion in shot put and discus and has proudly represented Canada at the Olympic Games, World Championships, Commonwealth Games, and Pan American Games.
Georgette Reed holds a Master of Arts in Physical Education and a Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Administration and Communications from Washington State University. During her time at Washington State University, she became an All-American athlete and joined her father, the late CFL legend George Reed, as part of the only father-daughter duo in the WSU Sports Hall of Fame.
Her athletic achievements include competing in the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, the 2001 World Athletics Championships in Edmonton, and the 1994 Commonwealth Games in Victoria.
Over the course of her competitive career, she earned 17 national titles—15 in shot put and two in discus—cementing her place among Canada’s most accomplished athletes. After retiring from competition, Georgette Reed transitioned into leadership roles in coaching and wellness that expanded her impact across sport, education, and health sectors. She served as Head Coach of Track and Field and Cross Country at the University of Alberta, mentoring and developing athletes at the provincial, national, and international levels.
As Health and Wellness Coordinator for Edmonton Fire Rescue Services, she implemented proactive wellness initiatives to support the physical and mental health of first responders. Georgette Reed later became the first female Director of Athletics and Recreation at Capilano University, where she oversaw strategic planning, sport programming, and wellness integration across the institution.
Her extensive experience in athletics and leadership informs her expertise in building high-performance cultures that value both physical and mental health. As a speaker, Georgette Reed delivers sessions that combine lived experience with practical insight, addressing themes of leadership, teamwork, stress management, burnout prevention, and inclusion.
Her programs include motivational talks, seminars, and workshops designed to help individuals and organizations embrace resilience, balance, and performance excellence. Drawing from her experiences as a Black woman, LGBTQ advocate, and Olympian, she offers a unique and authentic perspective on identity, empowerment, and unity through diversity.
Georgette Reed’s mission is to help people transform adversity into opportunity and thrive in every aspect of life. She continues to inspire audiences across Canada with her message of self-care, courage, and the pursuit of excellence.
Georgette Reed Topic Presentations
Georgette Reed Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada delivers keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A, and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences and event formats.
A Plot Twist: Seizing Life’s Turning Points With Georgette Reed
Caring for Others Without Losing Yourself: A Self-care Reset With Georgette Reed
From Burnout to Balance: Reclaiming Health, Wellness, and Performance
Being Othered… Unity in Diversity: A Journey Towards Inclusion
Who are You? Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Claiming Your Power
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