“Whitney’s presentations are always infused with real-life experiences and creative ideas.” Sherry Mina, Small Business Administration

Satisfied Audiences

  • Microsoft
  • Port of Seattle
  • City of Tacoma
  • Seattle University
  • World Affairs Council
  • State Bar Association
  • Chamber of Commerce
  • U.S. Department of State
  • Washington State University
  • Small Business Administration
  • Washington State Bar Association

…and many other organizations

Speaking Topics

Here are Whitney’s most-requested topics:

  • Social entrepreneurship
  • Small business leadership
  • Strategic marketing communication
  • Empowering women, girls and youth
  • Building communities and partnerships
  • Effective branding and authentic storytelling

Feedback

“We were absolutely thrilled with your program!” Nick Papp, U.S. Embassy, Malaysia

“Whitney was the keynote speaker at our professional association meeting and she was wonderful. She quickly helped motivate our group to develop new ideas for future growth opportunities. Whitney is simply a great person who builds instant rapport. She provides informative and timely advice, shares relevant examples and inspires ideas that lead to action.” Juli Bacon, Master Builders Association

“On behalf of my team I just wanted to thank you again for your presentation at our staff meeting today. We are hearing great feedback.” Nancy Blanton, Port of Seattle

“Thank you so much for providing my class with a guest lecture. Your exercise was fantastic, you really got everyone thinking, plus your presence as a teacher was great, you are a natural.” Juliet Sander, University of Washington

“Whitney was so open and interested and we really appreciated hearing about her experiences. Her ability to compare Kenyan female entrepreneurs to other populations she’s worked with was particularly useful.” Grace Hopewell, ECON, Kenya

“Whitney, you are amazing. Such clear thinking and strategies.” Jena Cane, Guiding Lights

“…your enthusiasm was infectious, and we all learned a lot from your expertise and insights.” John Smilgin, NW Entrepreneur Think Tank

“Whitney was the BEST Microsoft spokesperson I’ve ever had on the show. She was perky, upbeat, knew her stuff, didn’t miss a beat, had fast snappy answers, kept smiling through the tougher questions, and most of all, she sounded great.” Rich Levin, PC Talk

“Whitney’s presentation received the highest rating from 95% of all event attendees. She is articulate, entertaining, engaging, and able to clearly communicate complicated information.” Matthew Price, Microsoft

“88% of our event participants said they were very likely to use the information Whitney shared in her seminar in their businesses.” Christine Clifford, City of Tacoma

“Our marketing event was a success, thanks to having Whitney as the speaker!” Kelly Sharples, NWEM

“As an adult student in my 40’s, I’ve taken a lot of classes and this course you taught is by far the best I have ever participated in. I leave this class greatly inspired and I look forward to taking another class taught by you.” Student, University of Washington