
Karen Colonna
I help audiences transform obstacles into opportunities by speaking about embracing a growth mindset and leveraging their Resilience Roadmap to navigate challenges with confidence and purpose.
Keynote Speaker | Revenue Growth Consultant | Resilience Expert
Karen is an energizing, empowering, and entertaining keynote speaker who knows how to captivate an audience while sharing powerful, life-changing insights.
With 25+ years of experience in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors, Karen brings a unique blend of expertise in sales leadership, community relations, and business growth. But it’s her personal journey—overcoming unimaginable loss—that truly fuels her passion for helping others build resilience and thrive in the face of adversity.
Known for her authenticity and engaging energy, Karen connects with audiences on a deeply personal level. She’s all about making resilience relatable and actionable, using her Resilience Roadmap framework to inspire and equip teams and individuals to overcome challenges, shift their mindsets, and embrace the power of gratitude and connection. With her guidance, audiences discover practical tools to boost productivity, cultivate innovation, and achieve sustainable success—no matter the obstacles in their way.
What sets Karen apart is her ability to mix humor, humility, and grit into every session, making even the most difficult topics feel approachable and motivating. Whether she’s leading a keynote, a workshop, or consulting with your team, Karen ensures that every moment is packed with actionable insights, real-world strategies, and plenty of laughs along the way.
Hiring Karen means bringing a speaker who doesn’t just talk at her audience—she engages, entertains, and empowers them to take action and make real change. Ready to build a resilient, thriving culture in your organization or at your event? Karen’s the guide you’ve been looking for!
Keynote Speaker | Revenue Growth Consultant | Resilience Expert
Karen is an energizing, empowering, and entertaining keynote speaker who knows how to captivate an audience while sharing powerful, life-changing insights.
With 25+ years of experience in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors, Karen brings a unique blend of expertise in sales leadership, community relations, and business growth. But it’s her personal journey—overcoming unimaginable loss—that truly fuels her passion for helping others build resilience and thrive in the face of adversity.
Known for her authenticity and engaging energy, Karen connects with audiences on a deeply personal level. She’s all about making resilience relatable and actionable, using her Resilience Roadmap framework to inspire and equip teams and individuals to overcome challenges, shift their mindsets, and embrace the power of gratitude and connection. With her guidance, audiences discover practical tools to boost productivity, cultivate innovation, and achieve sustainable success—no matter the obstacles in their way.
What sets Karen apart is her ability to mix humor, humility, and grit into every session, making even the most difficult topics feel approachable and motivating. Whether she’s leading a keynote, a workshop, or consulting with your team, Karen ensures that every moment is packed with actionable insights, real-world strategies, and plenty of laughs along the way.
Hiring Karen means bringing a speaker who doesn’t just talk at her audience—she engages, entertains, and empowers them to take action and make real change. Ready to build a resilient, thriving culture in your organization or at your event? Karen’s the guide you’ve been looking for!
Shine Forward: Leveraging Resilience Superpowers to Transform Setbacks Into Success
Format: 45-60 minute Keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Sales team training
- Professionals overcoming workplace challenges.
- Leaders building resilient and positive teams.
- Managers fostering a thriving work environment.
The audience will leave with:
- Cultivate a growth mindset
- Build a personal "Resilience Roadmap"
- Foster...