
Leisse Wilcox
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Toronto, Ontario
Future Proof Leadership | Award Winning Speaker | 2x Bestselling Author | Cancer Survivor
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LEISSE WILCOX BIOGRAPHY
Leisse Wilcox helps make you the leader everyone wants to work with. An expert in behavioral change, resilience, and high-performance leadership, Leisse is known as “the Secret Weapon of the C-Suite” and “the Marie Kondo of your Unconscious.” She helps leaders clear mental clutter, navigate change, and maximize performance by future-proofing their leadership.
A regular Forbes contributor and trusted by brands like TD, AGF, Aviva, and Entrepreneur, Leisse empowers leaders to create human-centered workplaces where people love to be. As an award-winning speaker, certified Leadership, Executive, and Organizational Development Coach, cancer survivor, and twice-bestselling mental health author, her focus on mental well-being enhances communication and confidence for long-term success.
When she’s not lighting up the stage, the page, or the internet, find Leisse road-tripping for tacos with her husband, listening to Taylor Swift with her three daughters, or binge-watching HBO with her dog.
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Leisse Wilcox Topic Presentations
Family Dinner Will Save the World: Essential Leadership Skills for the AI Era
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In a world racing towards automation, one thing we can’t automate is relationships. This talk reimagines the simple act of family dinners as an essential leadership tool for developing empathy, resilience, and communication skills—traits critical to leading in the AI era. Leisse Wilcox shows how everyday moments can teach us the emotional intelligence necessary for effective leadership and building strong, human-centered workplaces.
4 Essential Strategies to Master Emotional Intelligence for Leadership Success
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Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the number one leadership skill in today’s evolving business environment, as emphasized by leaders like Jamie Dimon. In this session, Leisse Wilcox outlines four actionable steps to develop EQ, teaching leaders how to improve self-awareness, manage emotions, enhance empathy, and foster authentic connections. This talk equips leaders to lead with confidence, clarity, and emotional insight, driving both personal and organizational success.
Wealth Eq: How Our Relationship With Money Impacts Decision Making, Mental Health, and Employee Growth
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Our relationship with money—one of the last workplace taboos—directly influences employee mental health, well-being, and potential. In this talk, Leisse Wilcox explores how unaddressed money mindsets can either support or suppress growth, helping leaders understand the profound impact financial beliefs have on productivity, team morale, and overall success. Leaders will learn how to foster healthier attitudes toward money, unlocking the full potential of their teams and creating a more positive, high-performing work environment.
Unshakeable Confidence: Fearless Leadership in the Modern Workplace
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Confidence is a choice – and the foundation of every great leader. In this talk, Leisse Wilcox explores the power of unshakeable confidence—the kind that allows leaders to make bold decisions, set boundaries, and inspire their teams. Addressing the pervasive issue of imposter syndrome, this session empowers leaders to trust themselves, step into their full potential, and create a culture of confidence that drives high performance and innovation.
From Adversity to Empowerment: Cultivating Resilience in the Age of Change
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Resilience isn’t just bouncing back—it’s bouncing forward. In this session, Leisse Wilcox teaches leaders how to cultivate resilience through adversity, using challenges as opportunities for growth. This talk offers trauma-informed strategies for navigating change with confidence, helping leaders build adaptable, empowered teams that can thrive in the face of disruption. Through actionable insights, leaders will learn how to build the mental and emotional strength necessary to succeed in times of uncertainty.
Leisse Wilcox Speaking Testimonials
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SHE JUST BLEW OUR HAIR BACK
Joan
One of the best talks I have seen.
Emily
F*cking hilarious
Michelle
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Masterful
Tara
SHE JUST BLEW OUR HAIR BACK
Joan
One of the best talks I have seen.
Emily
F*cking hilarious
Michelle
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Leisse Wilcox Speaker Topic Ideas
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- Associations & Unions
- Award Galas & After Dinner
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- Cancer Awareness
- Career Development
- Conference
- Conferences & Summits
- Consultant & Coach
- Corporate Audience
- Education & Teachers
- Executive Leadership & C-Suite
- Inspirational
- Interactive & Experience
- KeyNote
- Lifestyle & Health
- Medical & Healthcare
- Motivation
- Pofessional development days (PD DAYS)
- Under $5,000
- Women
- Youth Leadership & Students
- Youth Leadership and Student Empowerment
- Change Management
- Communication
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Employee Management
- Health & Wellness
- Leadership
- Mental Health
- Peak Performance
- Personal Growth
- Resilience & Adversity
- Women's Leadership
- Business Management
- Future Trends
- All Staff Meeting
- Annual General Meetings
- Associations & Unions
- Award Galas & After Dinner
- Board Meetings & Strategic Advisory
- Cancer Awareness
- Career Development
- Conference
- Conferences & Summits
- Consultant & Coach
- Corporate Audience
- Education & Teachers
- Executive Leadership & C-Suite
- Inspirational
- Interactive & Experience
- KeyNote
- Lifestyle & Health
- Medical & Healthcare
- Motivation
- Pofessional development days (PD DAYS)
- Under $5,000
- Women
- Youth Leadership & Students
- Youth Leadership and Student Empowerment
Leisse Wilcox Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Leisse Wilcox Keynote Speaker delivers customized and tailored keynote presentations, workshops, and training sessions on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique and are designed for a variety of audiences, industries, conferences, and event formats.
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