Helping educators and families move from survival mode to confident leadership.
Through humor, storytelling, and practical strategies, Lori helps educators and parents move from survival mode to confident leadership, strengthened relationships, and create environments where children and families can thrive.
Book Lori to come speak at your school, conference, parent night, team trainings, and more!
“Under her guidance, teachers feel empowered, supported, and intellectually stimulated.”
— Tracy S.
Speaking Engagements
Choose from 4 different topics to make your next event impactful and memorable
Helping educators move from survival mode to confident leadership.
Perfect for:
Opening keynotes
Back-to-school events
District PD
Leadership retreats
SIGNATURE KEYNOTE:
#1We Aren't Powerless.
We've Forgotten We're Leaders.
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Participants will:
✔ Rediscover their confidence and purpose
✔ Strengthen relationships and classroom culture
✔ Navigate challenges with courage and intention
✔ Leave energized and ready to lead
"More than a presentation, this is an invitation to stop shrinking, start leading, and remember why this work matters."
Available as a keynote, breakout session, or workshop.
Length options: 60, 75, or 90 minutes.
#2 The Parent Problem No One Trained Us For
Building stronger family partnerships without
burning out.
Perfect for:
Family engagement conferences
Early childhood conferences
School districts
Teacher teams
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Participants will:
✔ Understand how home life impacts behavior and learning✔ Communicate with empathy and boundaries
✔ Reduce frustration and burnout
✔ Build stronger partnerships with families
Because when adults work together, children no longer have to carry the confusion.
Available as a breakout session, workshop, or district professional learning.
Length options: 60, 75, or 90 minutes.
#3 Parenting With Confidence
How to lead your home in a world competing for your child.
Perfect for:
Parent nights
PTO events
Churches
Community organizations
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Participants will:
✔ Establish healthy boundaries✔ Reduce chaos and increase connection
✔ Lead with calm and confidence
✔ Create rhythms that support the whole family
Because children don't need perfect parents. They need parents who are willing to lead.
Available for parent nights, conferences, churches, and community events.
Length options: 60 or 90 minutes.
#4 Professional Learning That Matters
Because your staff deserves more than one more initiative.
Topics may include:
Educator burnout
Family engagement
Leadership
Play-based learning
Child development
Social-emotional learning
Relationship-based practices
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Participants leave feeling encouraged, empowered, and equipped with practical tools they can use immediately.
Because professional learning should leave people better-not just busier.
Professional learning experiences are customized to meet the unique goals and needs of your school or organization.
Investment
Professional learning experiences are customized to meet the goals of your school or organization.
Starting investments:
Signature Keynote..... Starting at $1,500
Featured Presentations..... Starting at $1,200
Half-Day Professional Learning..... Starting at $2,500
Full-Day Professional Learning..... Starting at $4,000
Parent Events..... Starting at $750
Travel fees may apply outside the Kansas City area.