Amy Shaw
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Amy Shaw

SC, US

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Audiences gain high-energy tools to elevate clarity, teamwork, and productivity. Amy sparks resilience and stronger connection—key drivers of retention. Organizations can add her exclusive, one-of-a-kind live painting experience for even greater impact.

16 reviews

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“I have never met a more resilient, or purposefully committed, person in my life than Amy Shaw. If you ever wondered if you could get through something really hard with a smile on your face and an aura of joy around you, Amy shows you it's possible.”
—Michelle N, Time Management Coach and Consultant; event participant


Amy Shaw: Expert in Celebrating Life and Choosing Joy


With 22 years of speaking experience, Amy Shaw brings a rare blend of authenticity, depth, and energy to every stage. As a former educator and proven "joy expert," she understands the real challenges organizations face in building resilient, people-centered cultures.


When meeting planners need someone who will both inspire and empower, they turn to Amy. She doesn't just deliver a keynote—she creates an unforgettable experience that motivates, educates, and moves audiences to action.


Amy’s background is diverse:

  • Education stateside and overseas
  • 20 years of painting experience
  • Persevered through obstacles and odds and knows adversity


Amy’s life is proof that joy and resilience are not abstract concepts, but daily choices. She doesn’t just speak about resilience—she embodies it. Through powerful storytelling and live painting, Amy delivers unforgettable keynotes that give audiences a fresh perspective on navigating hardship, choosing joy, and living with intention.


Her engaging style, humor, and interactive frameworks ensure audiences don’t just listen—they learn, reflect, and grow. Amy believes people power organizations—and those people often carry unseen burdens. She equips them with real tools to endure, emerge, and thrive.


Offstage, Amy is a devoted mother, speaks Mandarin Chinese, and is currently training for a triathlon. She lives with her children in Upstate South Carolina, where she continues to write, paint, and inspire others to live courageously and leave a lasting legacy.

Amy 's Virtual Presenter Certificate

“I have never met a more resilient, or purposefully committed, person in my life than Amy Shaw. If you ever wondered if you could get through something really hard with a smile on your face and an aura of joy around you, Amy shows you it's possible.”
—Michelle N, Time Management Coach and Consultant; event participant


Amy Shaw: Expert in Celebrating Life and Choosing Joy


With 22 years of speaking experience, Amy Shaw brings a rare blend of authenticity, depth, and energy to every stage. As a former educator and proven "joy expert," she understands the real challenges organizations face in building resilient, people-centered cultures.


When meeting planners need someone who will both inspire and empower, they turn to Amy. She doesn't just deliver a keynote—she creates an unforgettable experience that motivates, educates, and moves audiences to action.


Amy’s background is diverse:

  • Education stateside and overseas
  • 20 years of painting experience
  • Persevered through obstacles and odds and knows adversity


Amy’s life is proof that joy and resilience are not abstract concepts, but daily choices. She doesn’t just speak about resilience—she embodies it. Through powerful storytelling and live painting, Amy delivers unforgettable keynotes that give audiences a fresh perspective on navigating hardship, choosing joy, and living with intention.


Her engaging style, humor, and interactive frameworks ensure audiences don’t just listen—they learn, reflect, and grow. Amy believes people power organizations—and those people often carry unseen burdens. She equips them with real tools to endure, emerge, and thrive.


Offstage, Amy is a devoted mother, speaks Mandarin Chinese, and is currently training for a triathlon. She lives with her children in Upstate South Carolina, where she continues to write, paint, and inspire others to live courageously and leave a lasting legacy.

Amy 's Virtual Presenter Certificate

Whole-Person Leadership: The Work Culture Shift That Happens When People Feel Supported to Perform With Purpose

FORMAT: 45–60 MINUTE KEYNOTE OR WORKSHOP


PROGRAM DESCRIPTION


Today’s organizations know that retention, engagement, and work culture are strengthened when employees feel supported not just as workers—but as whole people. Yet many high achievers struggle to balance professional demands with personal priorities and a sense of purpose. The result? Burnout, disconnection, and talented employees quietly slipping away because...

InspirationalAttitudeAdversityLeadership - EducationEntertainment-basedAudience ActivityInspirational / Life-changingHumorous / Funny

From Consumer to Contributor: Using Time Well

FORMAT: 45–60 MINUTE KEYNOTE OR WORKSHOP


PROGRAM DESCRIPTION


Time is the most valuable resource any organization has—yet it is often drained by distraction, unclear priorities, and reactive work cultures. When employees struggle to manage their time with intention, burnout rises, productivity drops, and high performers disengage. But when teams learn to steward their days with clarity and purpose, everything changes:...

InspirationalAttitudeAdversityLeadership - EducationEntertainment-basedAudience ActivityEducational / InformativeTechnical / SpecificInspirational / Life-changing

Energizing "Maxwell Leadership Game" Event

Format: 90–120 Minute Workshop


Perfect for Teams That Want To: 

  • Boost collaboration, communication, and team chemistry
  • Strengthen leadership skills at every level
  • Build trust, alignment, and shared purpose
  • Create a memorable experience that drives real behavior change


Ideal Settings Include:

  • Corporate retreats and off-site...
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My Story: Walking Through Loss, Legacy, and Love

Format: 60 minute Keynote or workshop

 

When life breaks wide open—through grief, illness, or loss—how do you keep going? Amy Shaw has walked through the loss of multiple children, the adoption of others, and the death of her husband from cancer, all while raising ten children, including those with special needs. Her story could have been defined by despair, but instead it has become one of resilience, renewal, and legacy.


With...

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The Power of Union: Identity and Authority in Life

Format: 40-60 minute keynote, workshop, or breakout session

 

What if confidence and clarity don’t come from striving harder, but from knowing who you are—and Whose you are? In this transformative keynote, Amy Shaw unpacks how union with God establishes true identity and gives the authority to face challenges with courage. Drawing on her personal story and Kingdom perspective, she shows how daily unity with Christ changes everything.

InspirationalAttitudeAdversityLeadership - EducationAudience ActivityEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changingHumorous / Funny

Walk the Red: Living with Kingdom Identity and Power

Format:  60 minute keynote


Many people think of faith as a ticket to heaven someday. But the Kingdom life isn’t only about eternity—it’s about the abundant identity and authority available now. In this signature keynote, Amy Shaw shares her journey of resilience and faith, showing how walking the “red carpet of life” with God transforms ordinary days into extraordinary ones. Through story, Scripture, and optional live painting, Amy...

InspirationalAttitudeAdversityLeadership - EducationAudience ActivityEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing
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The Impact Doctor

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D.A.F., Founder and CEO, The Impact Doctor
Verified

Amy Shaw is a deeply impactful speaker with a rare gift for turning personal pain into powerful purpose. Her talk on navigating terminal illness was heartfelt, grounded, and filled with actionable wisdom. She connects with audiences through authentic storytelling and leaves them feeling seen, supported, and stronger. A truly compassionate and credible voice—I HIGHLY recommend her!

Maxwell Leadership Team

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D.M.K., Certified Member, Maxwell Leadership Team
Verified

If you’re looking for a speaker who will move hearts, ignite minds, and leave your audience forever changed—look no further than Coach Amy Shaw. It was a true honor to host her on two of our signature platforms: the Author’s Forum, where she shared powerful insights from her deeply moving book Navigating Goodbye: A Guide for Those Blindsided by Terminal Illness, and the Leadership Advancement Mentorship Podcast (LAMP), where she captivated us with her raw, inspiring leadership journey. Coach Amy is a rare blend of passion and authenticity, humor and humility, wisdom and warmth. She doesn’t just speak—she connects. She doesn’t just teach—she transforms. Her extraordinary life experiences and unwavering commitment to servant leadership make her a force of light and impact in any room. Whether you're planning a leadership conference, corporate retreat, or personal growth event, Coach Amy Shaw is the speaker who will leave your audience empowered, awakened, and ready to rise. I cannot recommend her highly enough—she’s not just a speaker; she’s an experience.

Exceeding Your Expectations LLC

On-Site

K.R., CEO, Founder, Exceeding Your Expectations LLC
Verified @gmail.com

Amy's story captivated me to the core, it was raw, heartbreaking, and breathtakingly beautiful. As she spoke of losing her husband to cancer and being left to raise 10 children, 4 biological and 6 adopted with special needs, I felt chills, tears, and deep admiration all at once. Her delivery was both tender and powerful, marked by quiet strength, grace, and unshakable faith. Amy's authenticity, radiant energy, and heartfelt message left me inspired to live more intentionally, love more deeply, and rise with purpose no matter what life brings.

Live Unleashed

On-Site

D.C., Founder and CEO, Live Unleashed
Verified @liveunleashedcoaching.com

I love the way Amy brings a story to life as she paints and speaks. Whether it's a parable from the Bible or her own story, she draws you in as she creates a masterpiece of art while connecting to your heart and emotions. Amy brings it all - energy, humor, experience, wisdom, and passion. If you’re looking for someone to speak at an event or special occasion and provide a unique, powerful, encouraging, and memorable message, I would highly recommend Amy Shaw.

The Servant and King

On-Site

J.A., CEO, The Servant and King
Verified @theservantandking.com

Amy is the embodiment of passion for hope even where there seems to be no hope. she has an inspirational story, a living experience of walking through pain with a sense of purpose which has touched many lives. She desires to help many more make the most of every single day.

Ephraim & Associates

On-Site

E.D., Financial Advisor, Ephraim & Associates
Verified @gmail.com

Amy’s story of adversity and resilience was both moving and inspiring. I connected with her story from start to finish. Her speaking skills and ability to transform personal hardships into powerful lessons of strength and perseverance was truly remarkable. Her speech left a lasting impact on me, encouraging everyone to embrace their own challenges with courage and great determination.

Litt Leadership

On-Site

S.L., Founder, Litt Leadership
Verified @gmail.com

Amy has an amazing story of heartache, pain, resolve, and joy. She brought tears to my eyes and captivated the audience. Amy made me want to make the most of every day I have left on this earth.

Université Chrétienne Bilingue du Congo

On-Site

K.M., Chief of Administration and Student Development, Université Chrétienne Bilingue du Congo
Verified @ucbc.org

Amy's powerful and encouraging presentation brought renewed joy and hope to us who have endured trauma from events we have suffered over the past decade in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Amy's strong testimony and story became a profound source of healing and encouragement for all of us. Her speech was a blessing to all of us here and we are praying God will give us another opportunity to hear her again!

Michelle Niemeyer Wellness, Inc

On-Site

M.N., Time Management Coach and Consultant, Michelle Niemeyer Wellness, Inc
Verified @michelleniemeyer.com

I have never met a more resilient, or purposefully committed, person in my life than Amy Shaw. If you ever wondered if you could get through something really hard with a smile on your face and an aura of joy around you, Amy shows you it's possible.

New Life Community Church

On-Site

R.T., Member, New Life Community Church
Verified @icloud.com

I was inspired by the speaker and she encouraged me in my faith. Anything else to add? Amy is an engaging and interactive speaker. She captivates the gathering with her sincerity and compassion.

New Life Community Church

On-Site

C.C., Member, New Life Community Church
Verified @msn.com

Delightful, held my attention, loved what she shared, Her delivery of held me captivated and her ability to stay focused while demonstrating her ability to paint and share. She also opened my eyes revealing me how I've kept myself out in the cage. The handout challenged me to review some truths about myself and look deeply at my relationship with the Lord. Out of the list I felt myself leading toward "full of light: dwelling on my commitment to grow deeper and develop a quiet & gentle spirit. Anything else to add? She is the very essence of the Proverbs 31 woman.......every word! Her strength is incredible and seen in every verse.

Sauder

On-Site

S.V., Director of Business Operations, Sauder
Verified @saudervillage.org

Amy connected beautifully, on how to connect! Anything else to add? It was so good to see you, Amy! It made my day!!

Sauder

On-Site

A.B., Employee, Sauder
Verified @saudervillage.org

Amy relates to everyone and shares great leadership skills in a way that makes sense.

Sauder

On-Site

V.R., Important employee, Sauder
Verified @saudervillage.org

Energetic, fun and engaging!

Sauder

On-Site

M.A., Employee, Sauder
Verified @gmail.com

The session was about connecting to others. She gave 13 tips to do this. She painted while she presented or while we were working on a mini activity. The presenter spoke loud enough to hear, was upbeat, funny, insightful, friendly, interacted with attendees - generally very good. I liked the activities she asked us to do. Unique because of the painting happening as she presented.

Sauder

On-Site

D.H., Training Coordinator, Sauder
Verified @hotmail.com

Amy simplifies the complexities of human connection, providing practical tips that anyone can use. Her approach is highly engaging, informative, and fun!