Jen Buck
Authority in the areas of leadership, building functional relationships, communication, customer service, motivation, and change management
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Keynote Speaker | Leadership Impact, Client Impact, Women of Impact | C-Suite Veteran | 4X Bestselling Author of 9 books | Top 100 Speakers To Watch, 2024 & 2025 | Motivational and Audience Engagement Powerhouse
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For the last 27 years, Jen Buck has been leading corporate teams around the world, as well as building groups in the nonprofit, social, and political sectors. She has brought people to the rainforests of El Salvador, the deserts of Mexico, the stark duality of Kenya, and the rich, lush landscapes of Uganda—teaching and experiencing the power of the human spirit when leaders remove themselves from the spotlight and put those around them first. Her work across multiple industries and sectors has solidified her framework for Leadership Impact and the transformative power it holds over individual leaders, teams, organizations, and cultures.
Because of these challenging, heartbreaking, and always life-changing experiences, Jen has developed a distinct perspective on what it takes to build world-class teams—teams that push through limitations, elevate those around them, and succeed as a unit during times of extraordinary challenge and transformation. Jen Buck inspires people to stand strong in the face of adversity, lift others when they’re riddled with self-doubt, and ignite a spark of magnetism and synergy that propels them forward. She demonstrates that we can achieve so much more when we’re working in unity and committed to the impact.
Jen began the first decade of her career in a startup, helping to launch a billion-dollar, award-winning global brand—all while serving in a leadership development and training role. She understands the demands of fast-paced environments and the pressure they place on individuals to consistently perform at their peak. Her keynotes are powerful, impactful, wildly engaging, and filled with practical, real-world takeaways that drive peak performance and leave a legacy of leadership.
As a C-Suite veteran, Jen has held roles as a Chief Operating Officer, Chief of Staff, Chief Communications Officer, Director, and Founder. She knows what it takes to create Leadership Impact by transforming teams and multiplying their results. She’s not just talking about leadership from the stage—she’s living it every day.
Known as an inspirational powerhouse in leadership, team building, and creating engagement, Jen’s award-winning, game-changing keynotes have earned her recognition as one of 2024 and 2025’s Top 100 Speakers to Watch. She is also the author of four bestselling books and was the host of a television show that aired in 50 countries worldwide. Over the past two+ decades, her keynotes have inspired well over a million people and received rave reviews from user groups, associations, and Fortune 500 companies including Google, Walmart, Boeing, Johnson & Johnson, McDonald’s, Mercedes, NASA, Yale, Coca-Cola, Molson Coors, and many more.
Jen’s experience leading large, dynamic teams inspires audiences to break free from the routine, strengthen their impact, and boost the engagement and confidence of those around them—so that their teams and organizations can achieve more than they ever imagined. Jen is the expert companies turn to for building world-class teams, inspiring peak performance, and cultivating a culture of extraordinary engagement. She has successfully translated the lessons learned in startup, political, and nonprofit sectors into the corporate world—delivering exciting keynotes that show how everyday leaders can achieve extraordinary results when they’re ready to make an impact and put their teams first.
So, get ready! Jen’s motivating stories—from boardrooms to rainforests—and her wildly engaging activities (yes, even dancing on stage!) will leave your audiences breathless and inspired. Bottom line: If you’re looking for a powerful, high-energy Speaker to inspire, elevate, and activate your crowd, Jen Buck will absolutely nail it for you.
The “Mavericks, Renegades & Impact Makers” keynote has the power to profoundly transform audiences by igniting a shift in perspective and approach to leadership. This keynote equips participants with actionable insights and strategies to elevate their leadership effectiveness. By emphasizing the importance of purpose-driven leadership, attendees gain clarity on how to align their actions with impactful outcomes, fostering a culture of innovation and resilience within their organizations.
This transformative experience inspires attendees to embrace their role as catalysts for positive change, empowering them to cultivate stronger teams, drive meaningful progress, and leave a lasting mark on their respective spheres of influence. The “Mavericks, Renegades & Impact Makers” keynote serves as a catalyst for personal and professional growth, sparking a ripple effect of transformation that extends far beyond the event itself. Are you ready to maximize your output and leave an epic impact? Then, this keynote is for you.
What you will learn in this fast-paced and exciting keynote:
1. UNDERSTANDING PEAK PERFORMERS AND IMPACT MAKERS
Learn the techniques that high-performing leaders and competitors are using to inspire, ignite, and transform their output and results. We’re digging deep and learning from the masters.
2. BECOMING A PEAK PERFORMER
Game-changing results require discipline and commitment to master the mental game. You’ll get tips and techniques to overcome the messages that are inhibiting your output.
3. UNLEASHING YOUR INNER IMPACT MAKER
To make a massive impact you must commit to sustaining and elevating your performance every day. You’ll get the secret to human behavior so that you can make an impact in every situation.
How do the best companies and leaders win BIG? They put their people first and understand that engagement must be a primary business directive. They take care of the people, and in return, the people take care of the business. The “Inspire, Engage, Impact!” keynote is positioned to transform leaders by providing impactful strategies to enhance employee engagement and drive organizational success.
This dynamic session will inspire attendees to adopt innovative approaches that foster a culture of motivation and collaboration within their teams. By sharing practical techniques and success stories, the keynote will empower leaders to cultivate meaningful connections, boost morale, and maximize productivity. Attendees will gain valuable insights into leveraging employee strengths, promoting inclusivity, and aligning organizational goals with individual aspirations. Ultimately, this transformative and high-energy experience will equip leaders with the tools and mindset needed to create thriving work environments that unlock the full potential of their teams, driving sustainable impact and growth for their company.
This fun and engaging keynote will cover:
1. HOW THE BEST ARE DOING IT RIGHT
From Virgin to LinkedIn, SAS to Google, there are specific principles that we can all emulate. The goal is to learn from the most inspiring leaders and transform your culture.
2. ENGAGE, EMPOWER, AND EXECUTE
Each individual’s contribution is needed for the company to thrive. You’ll get tips, tricks, and ideas to up your engagement strategy.
3. CREATING A MASSIVE IMPACT
People need to experience it daily to believe in it. The leaders job is to create an impact every day which means they must learn the secret to creating massive transformation.
How do the best companies win BIG with their clients? They put those relationships first and understand that increased engagement must be a primary business directive. The “Amplifying Client Impact” keynote will explore the importance of creating meaningful interactions with clients to enhance their experience and foster lasting relationships.
We will delve into the three core pillars—Engage, Inspire, and Impact—which are essential for maximizing client satisfaction and driving business success. These three pillars are key to transforming ordinary client interactions into extraordinary experiences, leading to stronger relationships and sustainable success. Attendees will leave with actionable insights and strategies to ensure every client interaction is positive, purposeful, and impactful.
In this upbeat and exciting keynote you will learn about:
1. ENGAGE: Building Genuine Connections
Every interaction is personal. You’ll get techniques to personalize each interaction in order to make clients feel valued. Building genuine connections with customers is vital because it fosters trust, loyalty, and long-term relationships, which drive repeat business and create a positive brand reputation.
2. INSPIRE: Creating Value Beyond Expectation
Inspiring clients and creating value beyond expectations is crucial because it strengthens trust, enhances customer loyalty, and differentiates your service, leading to long-term success and mutual growth.
3. IMPACT: Driving Meaningful Results
Fostering a culture of Client Impact within the organization takes a commitment by every member of the team. Impact matters with customers because it leads to deeper engagement, fosters long-term loyalty, and generates sustainable business outcomes that go beyond short-term gains.
The “Becoming A Woman Of Impact” keynote is poised to profoundly transform women in leadership, and those aspiring to leadership, by offering empowering insights and strategies tailored to their unique experiences and challenges.
This impactful session will inspire attendees to embrace their authentic voices, leverage their strengths, and navigate barriers with confidence. By highlighting diverse leadership styles and sharing relatable success stories, the keynote will empower women to redefine traditional paradigms, fostering a supportive network of change-makers. Participants will gain actionable tools to cultivate resilience, advocate for themselves, and champion inclusivity in their spheres of influence. Ultimately, this transformative experience will equip women with the mindset and skills needed to lead boldly, authentically, and impactfully in their professional and personal journeys.
During this high-energy and inspiring keynote participants will learn to:
1. TAP INTO YOUR DEEP BRAVERY
We make an impact by stepping into the unknown, disregarding fear and focusing on how we can create change that will benefit others. It’s not about being fearless, it’s about learning to dance with your fear and come out the other side successfully..
2. CHOOSE TO BE GUTSY
Bold moves demand imagination and determination, and women have that in spades! Dreaming big, finding the right strategic partners, and being willing to lean in to new opportunities is what will help us leave a mark and make an impact.
3. EMBRACE AGILITY
Our ability to adapt to change and make the most of newfound challenges and opportunities will be the key differentiator in the impact that we make. Ultimately, it’s about embracing new strategic positioning rules and setting yourself up to be seen as a partner of high value.
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