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Unlock Your Organization’s Full Potential
BOOK A KEYNOTE WITH DR. BALL
30–90 minute motivational sessions packed with actionable strategies to elevate your organization’s skills and performance
BOOK A KEYNOTE WITH DR. BALL
30–90 minute motivational sessions packed with actionable strategies to elevate your organization’s skills and performance
SCHEDULE A LIVE OR VIRTUAL WORKSHOP
A series of full or half-day professional development sessions focused on strategies to strengthen your organization. Most popular in a book study format, with bulk discount ordering available directly through the publisher.
SCHEDULE A LIVE OR VIRTUAL WORKSHOP
A series of full or half-day professional development sessions focused on strategies to strengthen your organization. Most popular in a book study format, with bulk discount ordering available directly through the publisher.
SCHEDULE A LIVE OR VIRTUAL WORKSHOP
A series of full or half-day professional development sessions focused on strategies to strengthen your organization. Most popular in a book study format, with bulk discount ordering available directly through the publisher.
REGISTER FOR A COACHING SESSION
Personalized 1:1 or small group coaching to elevate your leadership skils.
REGISTER FOR A COACHING SESSION
Personalized 1:1 or small group coaching to elevate your leadership skils.
BECOME AN EMPOWERED, PURPOSE-DRIVEN LEADER
Prominent foundations and diverse communities invite Dr. Ball to deliver keynote addresses and facilitate transformative growth. Her guidance helps professionals, pioneers, and entrepreneurs enhance their impact with confidence.
International Keynote Speaker, Leadership Expert & Coach, Best Selling Author
Dr. Donya Ball is a renowned international keynote speaker, bestselling author, and leadership expert celebrated for her ability to uncover relatable leadership challenges across diverse sectors. She empowers organizations to achieve transformation through her no-nonsense, practical, and solution-focused strategies. As a professor and executive coach, Dr. Ball has inspired countless leaders to navigate the complexities of leadership with confidence and clarity.
WE CAN’T WAIT FOR CHANGE; WE MUST IGNITE IT
We are facing a leadership crisis. Lack of qualified leaders who are undertrained and overworked are the leading cause of failing organizations and high employee turnover.
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LEADERSHIP MATTERS
The preparation leading up to the training sessions, as well as the training itself, was exceptional. Dr. Ball demonstrated exemplary active listening skills, fully embracing our vision for our members' experience. Throughout the workshop, she was remarkably engaging, considerate, and ensured that everyone had the opportunity to participate. We are eagerly looking forward to collaborating with her again.
Stacey
Donya was professional from the start and contacted me directly that she indeed "matched" my request specifics. This made it much less work that some other responders who either were out of my area, or out of my price range. She offered video meet, supplied a timely proposal, and stayed connected with me throughout the process all the way up until the event date. Talk was well received by my team, and I think everyone came away learning something new! Great energy, great content.
Lara
Dr Ball attended our quarterly staff meeting and gave a wonderful presentation on leadership. We will definitely use Dr Ball for future projects.
Darin
Dr Ball brought the perfect energy and vibe to our conference. Her message applied to all age groups. The students, staff and partners are still talking about the event!
Matt
The presentation was extremely helpful and interesting. My Sr. Mgt. team felt it was very insightful and reflective. I recommend Dr. Ball to other companies seeking leadership improvement and growth.
Dan
Dr. Ball was engaging, inspiring, and provided tools for both personal and professional growth. My staff truly appreciated her message. Additionally, Donya was an excellent communicator—responsive and professional throughout the booking process. Highly recommend!
Thomas
Words cannot describe what an amazing guest speaker Dr. Donya Ball is! Her leadership, energy, and ability to connect made a powerful impact from the moment she began speaking. She is not only an excellent motivational speaker, but also a genuine leader who knows how to inspire, guide, and uplift her audience. We are incredibly grateful to have had Dr. Ball speak with our students and would highly recommend her to any school or organization looking for a dynamic, motivating, and impactful leader.
Melissa
Dr. Ball was great! She was flexible and easy to communicate with while planning. He speaking was engaging, on topic, research based and inspiring. We left our event on a HIGH! Thank you Dr. Ball.
Lennae
The preparation leading up to the training sessions, as well as the training itself, was exceptional. Dr. Ball demonstrated exemplary active listening skills, fully embracing our vision for our members' experience. Throughout the workshop, she was remarkably engaging, considerate, and ensured that everyone had the opportunity to participate. We are eagerly looking forward to collaborating with her again.
Stacey
Words cannot describe what an amazing guest speaker Dr. Donya Ball is! Her leadership, energy, and ability to connect made a powerful impact from the moment she began speaking. She is not only an excellent motivational speaker, but also a genuine leader who knows how to inspire, guide, and uplift her audience. We are incredibly grateful to have had Dr. Ball speak with our students and would highly recommend her to any school or organization looking for a dynamic, motivating, and impactful leader.
Melissa
The presentation was extremely helpful and interesting. My Sr. Mgt. team felt it was very insightful and reflective. I recommend Dr. Ball to other companies seeking leadership improvement and growth.
Dan
Dr Ball attended our quarterly staff meeting and gave a wonderful presentation on leadership. We will definitely use Dr Ball for future projects.
Darin
Dr Ball brought the perfect energy and vibe to our conference. Her message applied to all age groups. The students, staff and partners are still talking about the event!
Matt
Donya was professional from the start and contacted me directly that she indeed "matched" my request specifics. This made it much less work that some other responders who either were out of my area, or out of my price range. She offered video meet, supplied a timely proposal, and stayed connected with me throughout the process all the way up until the event date. Talk was well received by my team, and I think everyone came away learning something new! Great energy, great content.
Lara
Dr. Ball was great! She was flexible and easy to communicate with while planning. He speaking was engaging, on topic, research based and inspiring. We left our event on a HIGH! Thank you Dr. Ball.
Lennae
Dr. Ball was engaging, inspiring, and provided tools for both personal and professional growth. My staff truly appreciated her message. Additionally, Donya was an excellent communicator—responsive and professional throughout the booking process. Highly recommend!
Thomas
The preparation leading up to the training sessions, as well as the training itself, was exceptional. Dr. Ball demonstrated exemplary active listening skills, fully embracing our vision for our members' experience. Throughout the workshop, she was remarkably engaging, considerate, and ensured that everyone had the opportunity to participate. We are eagerly looking forward to collaborating with her again.
Stacey
Dr Ball brought the perfect energy and vibe to our conference. Her message applied to all age groups. The students, staff and partners are still talking about the event!
Matt
Words cannot describe what an amazing guest speaker Dr. Donya Ball is! Her leadership, energy, and ability to connect made a powerful impact from the moment she began speaking. She is not only an excellent motivational speaker, but also a genuine leader who knows how to inspire, guide, and uplift her audience. We are incredibly grateful to have had Dr. Ball speak with our students and would highly recommend her to any school or organization looking for a dynamic, motivating, and impactful leader.
Melissa
Donya was professional from the start and contacted me directly that she indeed "matched" my request specifics. This made it much less work that some other responders who either were out of my area, or out of my price range. She offered video meet, supplied a timely proposal, and stayed connected with me throughout the process all the way up until the event date. Talk was well received by my team, and I think everyone came away learning something new! Great energy, great content.
Lara
The presentation was extremely helpful and interesting. My Sr. Mgt. team felt it was very insightful and reflective. I recommend Dr. Ball to other companies seeking leadership improvement and growth.
Dan
Dr. Ball was great! She was flexible and easy to communicate with while planning. He speaking was engaging, on topic, research based and inspiring. We left our event on a HIGH! Thank you Dr. Ball.
Lennae
Dr Ball attended our quarterly staff meeting and gave a wonderful presentation on leadership. We will definitely use Dr Ball for future projects.
Darin
Dr. Ball was engaging, inspiring, and provided tools for both personal and professional growth. My staff truly appreciated her message. Additionally, Donya was an excellent communicator—responsive and professional throughout the booking process. Highly recommend!
Thomas
