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About Vanessa’s Talks
Vanessa brings an innovative approach to addressing today’s most pressing personal and professional challenges. With a dynamic lineup of engaging keynotes and workshops, Vanessa offers transformative experiences tailored to a wide range of audiences, from senior executives and HR leaders to teams, professionals, and individuals seeking growth, resilience, and well-being.
Her programs blend cutting-edge neuroscience, actionable frameworks, and heartfelt personal storytelling to equip participants with the tools they need to thrive. Whether your goal is to foster a culture of well-being, navigate change, or inspire individuals to overcome obstacles, Vanessa’s talks provide the insights and strategies to drive meaningful, lasting transformation.
Whether you're looking to reignite motivation, foster a culture of resilience, or empower your team to overcome challenges, Vanessa can provide the inspiration and expertise you need.
With her transformative talks focused on cultivating resilience, overcoming adversity, and achieving well-being, Vanessa will help your organization with actionable strategies and awesome stories to go along with it.
With a blend of warmth, humor, and vulnerability, she connects deeply with her audiences whether delivering keynotes, workshops, or seminars. Attendees leave inspired to embrace change and obstacles knowing how to unlock their full potential.
Whether she's addressing audiences at corporations, universities, or even military institutions like The National Guard and Air Force, her mission is to inspire and drive positive change.
By The Numbers:
2X TEDx Speaker
50k+ Inspired Attendees
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VANESSA’S MOST REQUESTED tALKS:
Wired for Well-Being:
Being From Autopilot to Authentic Living
What if the key to living your best life lies not in pushing harder, but in understanding your own operating system better? This transformative keynote takes audiences on a fascinating journey into the mechanics of human behavior and potential. Speaker and Coach Vanessa combines touching personal stories with cutting-edge neuroscience to reveal why we often find ourselves stuck in patterns that don't serve us. Through her unique Active Operating Protocol™, discover how to break free from autopilot living and access more joy, focus, and purposeful action in both personal and professional life. This enlightening session provides practical tools for stress management, emotional regulation, and authentic connection, empowering attendees to take conscious control of their life experience
Becoming THAT Organization: The 3 Keys to Creating a Workplace Everyone Wants to Join
Can’t Climb a Smooth Mountain:
Overcome Adversity
What if your greatest obstacles became your most powerful stepping stones? In this compelling keynote, Vanessa shares her remarkable journey from childhood adversity to professional triumph, weaving together raw personal storytelling with powerful insights about human resilience. Through her gripping narrative of overcoming generational barriers, surviving trauma, and becoming a first-generation high school graduate, Vanessa demonstrates how life's steepest climbs often lead to our greatest breakthroughs. She reveals to audiences how every setback became a foothold for future success. This isn't just a story of survival; it's a masterclass in transforming life's greatest challenges. into catalysts for extraordinary growth
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Solutions for Well-Being in the workplace.
In an era where 92% of employees prioritize their emotional and psychological well-being, the question isn't just why—it's how. What transforms a good workplace into THAT organization—the one everyone dreams of joining and no one wants to leave? This powerful keynote provides leaders with a science-backed framework for creating magnetic organizational cultures. Through Vanessa's innovative Nervous System Ladder™ methodology and proven strategies, discover how to create an environment where people thrive. Organizations implementing these practical tools have seen significant increases in engagement, performance, and loyalty—and that's exactly what Vanessa wants for you.
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The High-Performance Paradox: Why Stress Is Your Secret Weapon
In today's high-pressure business environment, resilience is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Speaker and Success Coach Vanessa McNeal delivers a dynamic, research-backed talk that redefines how your organization approaches workplace stress and worry. This isn’t another “just breathe” presentation. Vanessa introduces the Resilience Response Method™, a proven 3-step system that transforms stress triggers into performance catalysts. Participants will create a Personal Stress Blueprint, mapping their unique stress patterns and designing customized intervention strategies to shift from reactive to proactive response management.
Christina Moffat Consultant and Growth Strategist
Christina Moffat- Consultant and Growth Strategist
“I really enjoyed Vanessa’s talk. One of the things that sets her apart is the level of engagement she creates. She digs deep to pull out your potential. After attending her talk I have true clarity on my next moves to get unstuck. I am now on a path that will be life changing.”
Gina Swanson
21 Century
Gina Swanson - 21 Century
“Vanessa is an exceptional presenter, seamlessly blending real-life experiences with relatable scenarios to help individuals overcome challenges in both their professional and personal lives. Her approach is not only insightful and engaging but also deeply personable, making her sessions highly impactful. Through her guidance, I gained valuable insights into my own challenges, coupled with practical action steps that I could implement immediately. Vanessa's ability to inspire and motivate is truly remarkable”.
Suzanna De Baca
CEO Business Publications, Corp
Suzanna De Baca - CEO Business Publications, Corp
"Vanessa's workshop was engaging, thought- provoking and energizing. Her authenticity set the stage for the participants to share, and that interaction inspired break-through thinking. I recommend her to any group looking for a dynamic presenter who really connects with the audience and challenge them to be better.”
Bobbi Segure
Regional Manager
Women Lead Change
Bobbi Segure - Regional Manager- Women Lead Change
“I really enjoyed listening to Vanessa today. She brought forth great ideas with action steps that were easy to relate to on the fly and and focus on in the future. The interactive nature of the workshop was comfortable and not intimidating”
Mitch Mathews
CEO of Mathews Training International
Mitch Mathews - CEO of Mathews Training International
"Vanessa brought so much energy and insight to the group. What I loved was that it was a combination of stories and strategies. You could see the light bulbs going off. We also had the time to discuss what was being presented. You could see people were getting strategies they can implement and take with them. People walked out of here changed and on fire. If you’re thinking about hiring Vanessa at your event, do it. You will be so glad you did."
Briana Smith
Sourcing Executive
Briana Smith- Sourcing Executive
'Vanessa brings a rare combination of expertise, passion, and authenticity to her speaking engagements. Her profound knowledge in high performance, building teams, and overcoming obstacles is evident, and she seamlessly translates complex concepts into accessible, engaging narratives. What sets Vanessa apart is her innate ability to connect with the audience on a deeply personal level, fostering a sense of shared understanding and leaving a lasting tangible impact."
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Vanessa doesn't just deliver a keynote; she orchestrates an immersive, inspiring experience for your audience. Beyond inspiration, she brings game-changing strategies and unforgettable narratives that will not only transform your culture but leave a lasting imprint on engagement, connection, and profits for years to come.
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Vanessa and her team collaborate closely with you to understand your organization's vision, goals, and aspirations. Through a series of strategic calls, we gather crucial insights to empower Vanessa in customizing the talk specifically for your audience and event, ensuring a uniquely tailored and impactful experience.
