
Stephanie Puryear Helling
Stephanie Puryear Helling helps leaders align vision with execution, lead change with confidence, and build high-performing, resilient teams that thrive in disruption and deliver lasting impact.
Stephanie Puryear Helling is an executive leadership consultant, keynote speaker, and founder of SPH Services. She helps leaders drive organizational change, elevate culture, and build resilient teams that deliver lasting results. As a Certified Executive Program Director with Maxwell Leadership and Featured Speaker and Host for Live2Lead, she brings a compelling blend of thought leadership and execution strategy to every stage and client engagement.
Stephanie is a trusted advisor to CEOs, senior executives, and leadership teams across industries — especially in multifamily housing, real estate, and service-based organizations. Her insights are grounded in decades of corporate leadership, team turnarounds, and enterprise-level training design. She has led national initiatives across operations, marketing, technology, procurement, and people strategy — but now focuses exclusively on leadership performance, clarity, and change acceleration.
Her keynotes, executive sessions, and workshops deliver transformative takeaways, equipping leaders to navigate change, lead with vision, and align their teams with clarity, accountability, and purpose. She specializes in transformational leadership, DISC behavioral communication, resilience strategy, and culture-driven growth.
Stephanie speaks across the U.S. at association conferences, corporate summits, and national leadership events.
Her interviews and podcast platform feature over 20 top leaders — from global entrepreneurs and bestselling authors to industry executives and Hall of Fame inductees.
If your audience needs clarity, strength, and rhythm in how they lead — Stephanie delivers.
Stephanie is a former Texas Army National Guard Combat Medic, and a mother to three sons, one of whom is currently serving as an Army Infantryman in the 1st Cavalry.
Stephanie Puryear Helling is an executive leadership consultant, keynote speaker, and founder of SPH Services. She helps leaders drive organizational change, elevate culture, and build resilient teams that deliver lasting results. As a Certified Executive Program Director with Maxwell Leadership and Featured Speaker and Host for Live2Lead, she brings a compelling blend of thought leadership and execution strategy to every stage and client engagement.
Stephanie is a trusted advisor to CEOs, senior executives, and leadership teams across industries — especially in multifamily housing, real estate, and service-based organizations. Her insights are grounded in decades of corporate leadership, team turnarounds, and enterprise-level training design. She has led national initiatives across operations, marketing, technology, procurement, and people strategy — but now focuses exclusively on leadership performance, clarity, and change acceleration.
Her keynotes, executive sessions, and workshops deliver transformative takeaways, equipping leaders to navigate change, lead with vision, and align their teams with clarity, accountability, and purpose. She specializes in transformational leadership, DISC behavioral communication, resilience strategy, and culture-driven growth.
Stephanie speaks across the U.S. at association conferences, corporate summits, and national leadership events.
Her interviews and podcast platform feature over 20 top leaders — from global entrepreneurs and bestselling authors to industry executives and Hall of Fame inductees.
If your audience needs clarity, strength, and rhythm in how they lead — Stephanie delivers.
Stephanie is a former Texas Army National Guard Combat Medic, and a mother to three sons, one of whom is currently serving as an Army Infantryman in the 1st Cavalry.
Do You Have The Right People in Your Boat?
Format: 60 minute virtual or in-person session (lunch and learn, breakout)
This program is perfect for:
- Leaders who want to hire and retain the best talent
- Leaders looking to improve team performance
The audience will leave with:
- Apply the Maxwell method of DISC to evaluate behavioral styles and optimize team composition.
- Recognize how personality...
Creating a Culture of Resiliency
Format: 60-minute keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Rising professionals who have only led during up-market cycles and now face their first real test under pressure.
- Executive teams preparing to pivot, restructure, or scale in response to tougher economic conditions.
The audience will leave with:
1.Trends impacting today’s organizations and...
The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership – Real-World Execution
Format: 60-minute keynote or Workshop
This program is perfect for:
- Mid to senior-level professionals stepping into greater leadership responsibility
- Managers or team leads navigating performance, influence, and team alignment under pressure
The audience will leave with:
- A clear framework for identifying their personal leadership ceiling—and how to raise...
The John Maxwell Leadership Game Experience
Format: 90-minute breakout session or 3-hour workshop
This program is perfect for:
- Leaders and teams navigating rapid change, communication breakdowns, or cultural misalignment
- Professionals seeking to elevate influence, decision-making, and team performance in high-stakes environments
The audience will leave with:
- Clear, actionable insights to elevate...
Introduction to the Maxwell Method of DISC
Format: 60-90 minute virtual session
This program is perfect for:
- Leaders and teams seeking to improve communication, reduce conflict, and boost productivity
- Professionals managing remote or hybrid teams who need to build connection and trust fast
The audience will leave with:
- A foundational understanding of the four primary DISC personality styles and how...
Introduction to Strengths-Based Leadership
Format: 60–90-minute webinar, breakout or lunch and learn
This program is perfect for:
- Teams experiencing burnout, disengagement, or low alignment on roles and performance
- Managers seeking to optimize talent, delegate more effectively, and increase team output
Participants will leave with:
- A clear understanding of how leveraging strengths increases...
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The Quadrillion
On-Site
D.D.P., Chief Engagement Officer, Adjunct Professor - Georgia Tech, The Quadrillion
Verifiedtephanie is one of those rare individuals that creates value on multiple levels. First and foremost, her Genius Zone is serving as a strategic facilitator. Stephanie moves the “performance needle” using a strengths-based approach. She has a distinct ability to gain consensus from diverse stakeholders. She cuts to the chase to optimize resources and therefore has earned a reputation as being a “must have,” high impact team player. She is a trusted advisor, coach, colleague and loyal friend. Stephanie executes with excellence!
Easlan Management Company
On-Site
M.H., President, Easlan Management Company
VerifiedStephanie is a multi-talented professional and has demonstrated a vast array of skills in the 10 or so years I have known her through the National Apartment Association. I am impressed with her professionalism, industry knowledge, and her unique ability to share that knowledge, whether as a facilitator, a Committee Chair or Board member, speaker, trainer, or just in casual table conversation. She is a great communicator - very articulate and is very comfortable in front of people. She is success driven and leads by example. She has been especially influential in the operations of the NAA Education Institute but has also been impressive in leadership training. Stephanie adds value to whatever she does. Last, but not least, she has a warm personality and enjoys people. Stephanie is a game changer, and I would recommend her as a valuable addition to any team,
National Apartment Association Education Institute
On-Site
M.L.C., Executive Vice President (retired), National Apartment Association Education Institute
VerifiedI have had the privilege of working closely with Stephanie since 2010 when she began her service as a volunteer leader on the National Apartment Association Board of Directors. Stephanie rose quickly from a board member to committee chair to Vice President and President. Stephanie has great passion for industry professional development and while leading NAAEI, tapped her facilitation skills to provide training on Gallup Strengths, How to Deliver Impactful Webinars, How Millennials Want to Work and Learn and Diversity and Inclusion for various industry audiences. Stephanie also has excellent communication skills that were put to the test over 3 days when she conducted 46 radio and internet interviews about careers in residential property management, This virtual media tour reached an audience of 205 million listeners and viewers in 3,561 airings. The ad value of Stephanie's media tour was $3.8 million. I highly recommend Stephanie to any organization looking for a leader who is extremely knowledgeable about industry operations and with excellent facilitation and communication skills.
Mercy Housing
On-Site
S.S., Vice President - Learning & Organizational Development, Mercy Housing
VerifiedStephanie is a visionary leader who adds value to every organization that she is a part of. She is a strategic thinker who can see the desired outcome of a project, and then map out, and implement, a plan to achieve it. Stephanie has strong interpersonal skills that she uses to develop effective teams where each person is given the opportunity to perform at their highest level. She is well respected throughout the residential property management industry for her contributions and leadership with NAA and NAAEI. Stephanie is passionate about education and professional development, and she generously shares her talents for training. I had the privilege of working with her in a variety of roles with NAA and NAAEI. I highly recommend her to any organization seeking a skilled, effective leader.
Redwood Communities
On-Site
C.C., President, Redwood Communities
VerifiedI've had the pleasure of knowing Stephanie for many years through my involvement with NAAEI. Last year I hired her as a keynote speaker for our company leadership conference. She spoke on change management and was nothing short of amazing. The reviews from the team were all positive, and everyone enjoyed her message and took it back to implement her ideas into their everyday work! I would highly recommend any company who is looking for a motivational, inspirational, and all around amazing person to help take their company to the next level speak with Stephanie!
Limelight TV Network
On-Site
A.M.E.A.W.T.H., President, Limelight TV Network
VerifiedI have had the pleasure of working on several teams with the brilliant Stephanie Helling and I can honestly say she is one of the smartest business minds I have ever worked with. She is an incredibly talented problem solver and finds pragmatic solutions that win for everyone involved. I highly recommend her for any job you may be considering her for because she is an outstanding CEO and she cares deeply about her clients.
Totally Toni
On-Site
T.B., National Speaker, Totally Toni
VerifiedI 1000% recommend Stephanie as your next keynote speaker! She constantly engages the audience with her powerful stage presence. She is an amazing storyteller that pulls you into her message. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. We were all leaning forward and listening. Ultimately, when she was done, we all stood to our feet to communicate our commitment to change and to let her know she had delivered a meaningful moment to our life. It is a rare speaker who knows how to inform your mind, challenge your daily habits and inspire positive change in your life. Your team will love the experience, and the results will be measurable. BOOYAH Stephanie!! I am proud to recommend you to any group looking for a powerful speaker.
Shreveport-Bossier Apartment Association
On-Site
K.B., Association Executive, Shreveport-Bossier Apartment Association
VerifiedI highly recommend Stephanie! She is not only full of knowledge but has a way of capturing the audience. She is easy to follow along and welcoming of engagement. I highly recommend and look forward to her returning to our association!
Forty2
On-Site
C.K., Sr. Vice President - Professional Development, Forty2
Verified @forty2llc.comDynamic, multi-talented, knowledgeable, passionate, inspirational, caring, enthusiastic - these are just some of the attributes Stephanie regularly exudes. I've known and worked alongside her for 15 years. I, along with hundreds of others, continue to benefit from her expertise, best practices and professional solutions. She is a much sought-after Speaker, Coach, Mentor and Consultant - with proven results and excellent resources. I highly recommend Stephanie!
Inhabit IQ
On-Site
E.F., Chief Experience Officer, Inhabit IQ
VerifiedI am delighted to recommend Stephanie (SPH) Puryear Helling, a true multifamily industry veteran whose expertise and passion have left an indelible mark on our industry and our ResMan customers. As a speaker at our user conference, Stephanie captivated the audience with her deep knowledge and insights into training and development within the multifamily sector. Her presentations were nothing short of transformative, leaving attendees empowered with valuable strategies to enhance their operations and resident engagement. She has an uncanny ability to dissect complex concepts and deliver them clearly and relatable, making her an asset to any event. In addition to her expertise, Stephanie has a big personality that radiates warmth and enthusiasm. Her dynamic speaking style and engaging demeanor effortlessly connect with the audience, leaving a lasting impression. I must admit that being the next presenter after one of her sessions can be a tough act to follow, but her genuine desire to uplift others means she often extends her support to her fellow speakers, encouraging a collaborative and cohesive environment. I wholeheartedly recommend Stephanie (SPH) Puryear Helling. Her commitment to excellence, unmatched expertise in training and development, and her ability to inspire positive change make her a valuable asset to any organization. Should you have the opportunity to collaborate with her, I have no doubt that you will experience firsthand the profound impact she can have on both your team and your business.
Winn Companies
On-Site
M.R.M.C., Learning & Organizational Development Executive, Winn Companies
VerifiedI have been able to work with Stephanie in multiple capacities for more than 5 years. Stephanie's expertise and knowledge have shown through in her many presentations at industry conferences. We've also served together on multiple committees and advisory boards across the Human Resources/Learning & Development space. Her ability to relate to others and to look at challenges from different points of view is appreciated and valued by her colleagues and learners.
SalesMail
On-Site
S.W., Multifamily Industry Principal, SalesMail
VerifiedStephanie is an AMAZING Thought Leader, Change Maker, and just an overall wonderful human being. Her ability to engage an audience, no matter the size, is phenomenal. I have had the privilege of both speaking with and sitting in the audience learning from her, and she's just amazing. She is always timely and relevant in the topics she speaks on, and she always provides the audience with actionable things they can take away and implement immediately. She can speak to ALL levels of an organization, from the C-Suite all the way down to the front line managers - even groundskeepers and housekeepers, and she is well adept at building and sustaining relationships that become mentorships as well as life-long friendships. ANY organization looking for a speaker or consultant to come in and do really amazing work in a short amount of time, should look no further than Stephanie! I am honored to have her in my universe!
Madison Capital Group Holdings, LLC
On-Site
N.E., Property Management Executive, Madison Capital Group Holdings, LLC
VerifiedStephanie Puryear Helling is an absolute joy to work with. She brightens the room with her positivity and drive for leading others. Her vast knowledge of how to connect and get the most out of your teams is unmatched. I recommend Stephanie to any company looking to make a positive impact on their bottom line.
Triangle Apartment Association
On-Site
S.P., Director of Professional Development, Triangle Apartment Association
Verified @triangleaptassn.orgI have known Stephanie Puryear-Helling for over 10 years and have had the pleasure of working with her as a facilitator for the Triangle Apartment Association’s Leadership Lyceum Program for the past two years. Stephanie is engaging, influential, and highly effective in her role. She excels in communication and possesses strong active listening skills. Her ability to convey information encourages open dialogue, keeps discussions focused, and promotes active participation from all group members. These qualities have resulted in positive outcomes for the participants.


















