Lu Ann Cahn
Lu Ann Cahn is the author of the inspirational memoir I Dare Me (Penguin, 2014) based on the year she did something new 365 days in a row to get life unstuck. The two-time cancer survivor and national emmy winning journalist has been featured on dozens of national and major media outlets including:
The Today Show CNN Headline News BBC Radio Huffington Post
Chicago Tribune The Philadelphia Daily News
Philadelphia Magazine The Daily Beast
NBC10 Philadelphia Woman's Day Magazine WJZ Baltimore NBC New York
Lu Ann has audiences laughing and playing as she takes them along on her inspiring journey of Firsts, teaches them how to dare themselves to take risks large and small and keep work and life "unstuck". This master storyteller explains the science behind "Do The New" so participants leave motivated and ready to make simple changes, face fears, and start tackling their big dreams and goals.
The I Dare Me presentation is perfect for organizations needing the inspiration to adapt to transitions and changes as well as conferences looking for a motivational opener to get participants ready to try new things and take in new ideas.
As a survivor of breast cancer, kidney cancer and having her colon removed because of ulcerative colitis, Lu Ann also has a powerful presentation for survivors.
Lu Ann also leads workshops for participants to create their own personal I Dare Me game plan and moderates panels to discuss specific challenges participants are facing.
Lu Ann is an 8-time emmy award-winning journalist, best known for her investigative reporting for WCAU TV. This wife and mother spent 40 years in tv news covering world and local events.
In addition to professional speaking, Lu Ann is now helping to launch the next generation of communicators at Temple University where she is the Director of Career Services for the Klein College of Media and Communication. She is currently earning her Master's Degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri.
Lu Ann grew up in Atlanta but is a Columbus, Ohio native. She graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Georgia. She is married to Phil Houser, a retired news photographer. They're proud of their daughter Alexa who dared herself to start her own business in Philadelphia.
Lu Ann Cahn is the author of the inspirational memoir I Dare Me (Penguin, 2014) based on the year she did something new 365 days in a row to get life unstuck. The two-time cancer survivor and national emmy winning journalist has been featured on dozens of national and major media outlets including:
The Today Show CNN Headline News BBC Radio Huffington Post
Chicago Tribune The Philadelphia Daily News
Philadelphia Magazine The Daily Beast
NBC10 Philadelphia Woman's Day Magazine WJZ Baltimore NBC New York
Lu Ann has audiences laughing and playing as she takes them along on her inspiring journey of Firsts, teaches them how to dare themselves to take risks large and small and keep work and life "unstuck". This master storyteller explains the science behind "Do The New" so participants leave motivated and ready to make simple changes, face fears, and start tackling their big dreams and goals.
The I Dare Me presentation is perfect for organizations needing the inspiration to adapt to transitions and changes as well as conferences looking for a motivational opener to get participants ready to try new things and take in new ideas.
As a survivor of breast cancer, kidney cancer and having her colon removed because of ulcerative colitis, Lu Ann also has a powerful presentation for survivors.
Lu Ann also leads workshops for participants to create their own personal I Dare Me game plan and moderates panels to discuss specific challenges participants are facing.
Lu Ann is an 8-time emmy award-winning journalist, best known for her investigative reporting for WCAU TV. This wife and mother spent 40 years in tv news covering world and local events.
In addition to professional speaking, Lu Ann is now helping to launch the next generation of communicators at Temple University where she is the Director of Career Services for the Klein College of Media and Communication. She is currently earning her Master's Degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri.
Lu Ann grew up in Atlanta but is a Columbus, Ohio native. She graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Georgia. She is married to Phil Houser, a retired news photographer. They're proud of their daughter Alexa who dared herself to start her own business in Philadelphia.
I Dare Me: for Leaders, Corporate Meetings, Associations, Conferences
This keynote dares your employees or organization members to be open to change, transition and new ideas. It's an effective opener or closing keynote to inspire participants to implement what they've learned at your event in their work and personal lives.
No matter who you are or what you've achieved, we can all get stuck. We spend most of our days unaware we're doing the same thing we did the day before. We face a crisis, wring our hands, feel powerless or we're "running on a...
I Dare Me for Survivors and Caregivers
With humor and self-deprecation, Lu Ann tells the story of being stuck and not appreciating her survivorship until she went on the unique...
I Dare Me for Career Counseling Professionals, Life Coaches, Counselors
In this presentation you'll...
I Dare Me for Fundraising: The Karmic Giveback
In this presentation you'll learn:
- The psychological benefits of giving...
Life Unstuck: The Daily Dare
Format: 60/90/120 minute in-person or virtual keynote presentation
This program is perfect for:
- Leadership Conferences
- Women's Network Groups
- Corporates
- Associations
- Fundraising
- Client Appreciation Events
The audience will leave with:
- How to “own your day” again while recognizing routines and habits that keep us...
It's Your Year: Dare to Change Your Career
Format: 60/90/120 minute in-person or virtual presentation
This program is perfect for:
- Industry associations
- Alumni groups
- Career Services
The audience will leave with:
- How to face your fear, “Do the New” and create courage
- Ways to evaluate your strengths and create a plan
- How to find your own launch support team/...
Certifications & Awards
