Mandy McMillan
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Edmonton, Alberta
Country-Pop Artist | Storytelling | Self-Discovery | Empowering Dreams
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MANDY MCMILLAN BIOGRAPHY
Mandy McMillan is an Alberta-born, Nashville-based singer-songwriter whose artistry blends country, pop, and classic rock influences with an uplifting spirit. Her music captures a free-spirited energy while staying rooted in authentic storytelling that reflects her own journey of resilience and self-discovery. From an early age, Mandy McMillan showed a natural connection to music. Her mother recalls that she could hum before she could even speak, often singing to herself in her car seat long before she ever held a microphone.
Raised in Stony Plain, Alberta, Mandy McMillan grew up in a family of coal miners, dental assistants, and secretaries, making her pursuit of music a unique and unexpected path. Despite not having musicians in her immediate family, she found her own creative voice and followed it with determination. The first song Mandy McMillan ever wrote came at the age of eight. She playfully adapted the melody of the Care Bears theme song, changing the hook to “He is a lovebird,” which she performed for her sisters and friends on a karaoke machine.
Her journey eventually took her to Nashville, Tennessee, where she has built a thriving career. Mandy McMillan balanced her roots in Canada with her growing presence in the Nashville music community, splitting her time between the two places. Mandy McMillan’s career milestones include performing alongside Kenny Chesney on stage at the 2014 CMA Awards, a moment she describes as one of her most unforgettable experiences. She has also opened for Blake Shelton at a pop-up event at his Ole Red venue and was selected to appear in Kelly Clarkson’s music video for the country single “Tie It Up.”
In 2019, Mandy McMillan spent the year in the studio in Nashville recording her full album, drawing on six years of songwriting experiences and creative exploration. The result is a body of work that represents her musical identity with a mix of country, pop, rock, and beach-inspired sounds. In 2020, Mandy McMillan released her single and music video Dream Catcher. The song embodies her philosophy of inspiring people to pursue their dreams with confidence, let go of the past, and live life with authenticity.
Her album, released in the summer of 2022, has continued to attract listeners from across the world. The project highlights her growth as a songwriter and performer, offering a collection of songs that showcase her versatility and commitment to honest expression. Looking ahead, Mandy McMillan is preparing to release a new self-love anthem, abbreviated LTMFG, scheduled for the summer of 2024. The song has already sparked attention from her growing global fanbase and represents the next chapter in her evolving sound.
Beyond her original work, Mandy McMillan has embraced diverse musical influences. She cites inspiration from artists such as Nahko and Medicine for the People, whose song Black as Night encouraged her to deepen the way her music connects with listeners. Known for her genuine presence on and off stage, Mandy McMillan has earned a reputation for her ability to build real connections with audiences. She often describes herself as the same person behind the microphone as she is in everyday life, whether singing, laughing, or even breaking into her signature “robot” dance.
Her performances are infused with joy, honesty, and a sense of community. Mandy McMillan believes that music should inspire people to celebrate, dance, forgive themselves, and look forward to brighter days. When she is not performing, Mandy McMillan enjoys creative outlets such as hairstyling and makeup, drawing from her past experience as a salon owner in Canada. She is also passionate about reading spiritual and self-development books that guide her toward living with authenticity and inner peace.
Mandy McMillan shares her life with her beloved Chihuahua, Lucy Goose, who has been her loyal companion in Nashville for more than six years. She also cherishes her connection to family and her Alberta roots, which remain a grounding influence in her career. In the coming years, Mandy McMillan envisions herself performing at festivals around the world, surrounded by fans singing along to her music. Her path reflects a lifelong devotion to creativity and a commitment to living her truth through every lyric and performance.
Mandy McMillan Topic Presentations
Mandy McMillan Edmonton, Alberta, 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.
Catching the Dream: : Turning Setbacks Into Fuel for Growth
Rooted Within: : Mental Health, Burnout Prevention and Self-love
Creating Connection:: Building Community Through Belonging and Vulnerability
Living Aligned: : Finding Purpose and Taking the Right Risks
The Healing Power of Creative Expression
Whole and Worthy: : Self-leadership and Empowerment for Women
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