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Brave Women Rising

UNLEASHING THE FORCE OF FEMININE LEADERSHIP

“Margie sets herself apart with a powerful and inspiring message. Her insights helped me bolster my personal vision for a more forward-leaning workplace.”

KATHY CALVIN, CEO & PRESIDENT, UNITED NATIONS FOUNDATION

The Case For Empowering Women To Lead

Gender diversity is an imperative. Research by McKinsey found that advancing women’s equality could add nearly $12 trillion to annual GDP globally by 2025. When more women are seated at decision making tables, better decisions are made, improving bottom-line outcomes and creating more inclusive cultures. Yet many women struggle to counter the implicit bias, ‘double-binds’ and gendered leadership norms that have long held women back.

Empowering women with the support and strategies to embrace their leadership strengths is vital to ensuring women can counter external institutional barriers and gendered cultural norms.

Margie’s leadership development programs offer organizations committed to gender diversity the opportunity to embolden their female leaders to become more effective change agents and catalysts for systemic change.

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The Five Pillars of Exceptional Female Leadership

Margie’s five-step framework combines a diversity of concepts from various fields of study and thought including positive psychology, mindfulness, self-compassion, decision-making research, neuro-leadership and performance science.

Whether in a one-hour keynote, a half-day workshop or immersive weekend retreat, this program provides a framework that female leaders can apply to meet their current challenges more successfully and expand their opportunities.

Relevant examples are infused throughout the program from Margie’s diverse experience working with leaders across the world from world-class organizations such as Salesforce.com, NASA, Deloitte, Oracle, National Australia Bank, MetLife, HP and Berkshire Hathaway.

Margie’s programs have shown significant and measurable bottom-line impact on the bottom line results of teams and organizations as women have taken bolder actions, engaged more confidently in crucial conversations and become more engaged in decision making.

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Purpose

Lead From Why
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Agency

Own Your Power
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Daring

Train The Brave
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Expression

Speak With Authority
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Capacity

Prioritize What Empowers

“Attending Margie’s women’s leadership program changed my life and that of my colleagues. I am quite confident you will walk away from her session agreeing that they were some of the best hours you have spent on yourself in a long, long time. A worthwhile investment for all leaders, both emerging and established.”

ELIZABETH FABER, CHIEF TALENT OFFICER, DELOITTE

Increase Influence And Amplify Impact

Women face a unique set of challenges when progressing into senior leadership positions, including unconscious bias, a scarcity of role models, and a peer group that continually shrinks the more senior they become. These can make striving for the top a lonely and frustrating endeavor even in organizations with the best intentions to support their top female talent.

The underrepresentation of women in leadership positions is a complex problem requiring a multi-lever complex solution. The unique set of challenges women face can stifle female ambition and make striving for the top a more difficult, lonely and frustrating endeavour even in forward leaning organizations committed to supporting their top female talent. Educating and empowering women to identify and overcome gendered expectations, unconscious biases, scarcity of role models and self-limiting beliefs that stifle their advancement is a critical lever.

Margie’s programs address the ‘gender confidence gap’ and empower women to step into their power as change-makers – to take the actions required to grow their contribution and amplify their impact, both within their organizations and beyond.

Drawing on the latest research and twenty years working with professional women across the globe – including facilitating her ‘Live Brave’ Women’s Weekends across the globe, Margie’s programs provide proven and practical strategies to:

  • Speak with greater authority and leadership presence
  • Build resilience and capacity to thrive under pressure
  • Embrace feminine leadership strengths to plug the leaky pipeline
  • Address conflict and build collaboration
  • Proactively mitigate against benevolent sexism
  • Engage the right sponsors or mentors and build social capital
  • Counter unconscious bias to moderate the ‘backlash effect’ from double-bind gender norms
  • Identify blind spots and conquer imposter syndrome to lead with grounded authenticity

Attending Margie’s program will equip women with the insight and skills to rise above invisible barriers and harness their feminine leadership strengths to lead more effectively in today’s uncertain and accelerated global world.

Brave Women Lead

Whether in a one-hour keynote, a half-day workshop or immersive weekend retreat, this program provides a framework that female leaders can apply to meet their current challenges more successfully and expand their opportunities.

An experienced facilitator and keynote speaker, Margie has deep expertise in creating highly interactive and powerful programs that can be delivered via a variety of formats including:

  • Keynote presentations
  • Half and full-day workshops
  • Immersive off-site retreats
  • Online webinars
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“Margie is a master. Her ability to engage, empower and affect positive change is outstanding.”

 – KERI DAY, CHIEF AUDIT OFFICER, MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL
Margie is an internationally renowned expert with a global perspective on empowering women to lead.

Margie has nearly 20 years emboldening thousands of female executives around the world, across diverse industries and professions, with the courage and resilience to step into their power as leaders and change-makers, working with organizations globally — from NASA and Google to the United Nations Foundation, Berkshire Hathaway and Bloomberg.

A member of the Advisory Board of Forbes School of Business & Technology, Ambassador for Google’s Womenwill Program, honoree of Women’s Economic Forum and outspoken women’s advocate, Margie is also currently doing her PhD on the interplay of power, leadership and gender and was the first Ambassador for Women in Global Business.

Having left her comfort zone many times since growing up in rural Australia, the titles of her five books – You’ve Got This!, Make Your Mark, Brave, Stop Playing Safe and Find Your Courage – reflect her passion for empowering people to challenge what’s possible to lead bigger, braver and more purpose-driven lives.

Margie’s women’s leadership development programs provide a powerful, transformative experience that will embolden female leaders – established and emerging – to meet their challenges and expand their opportunities with greater clarity, confidence and courage.

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What Margie’s Clients Are Saying

  • “When it comes to empowering people to be braver, Margie is a master. The wonderful feedback from Margie’s virtual session with our clients was a testament to her ability to get to the heart of what limits potential, emboldening us to take the brave actions we too often put off. ”

    Tracy Beighton

    Account Director, Salesforce

  • “Margie delivered an incredibly powerful opening keynote on Brave Leadership at our Women in Leadership Asia virtual conference. Not only was her content on point for adapting to this brave new world, but she was dynamic and engaging - not easy to pull off a virtual environment. Fantastic energy, fantastic insights!”

    Elizabeth Lie

    Managing Director, Aventedge

  • “Margie’s ability to weave interesting personal and professional anecdotes on how to refocus, prioritize and build resilience was extremely well received by our team. Her energy and candour was uplifting and motivating.I highly recommend Margie for any engagement requiring a thoughtful and credible speaker.”

    Karinne Brannigan

    Senior Vice President Marketing, Dell

  • “When I called Margie to help me and my leadership team prepare for what would be one of the most difficult moments in history for the aviation industry, I knew I would not be disappointed. What a difference that virtual session has made: we felt reassured and equipped as leaders to navigate through the eye of the storm... and what was even more powerful is that our positive energy and courage was heartfelt by the organisation. Thanks Margie for your coaching and leadership.”

    Anna Mascolo

    Vice President, Shell Global Aviation

  • “Oracle has utilized Margie's expertise for our Asia Pacific leadership programs on multiple occasions. Her collaborative approach, professionalism and energy, on stage and off, combined with her fresh concepts and calm authority have created those ‘ah-ha!’ moments that make better leaders of us all.”

    Alison Sibree

    Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Oracle Corporation, Asia Pacific & Japan

  • “If you want to embolden your teams and leaders to raise their sights and take more courageous action, Margie is the perfect adrenaline-like shot of inspiration you need.”

    Sarah McKensey

    Head of Diversity & Inclusion, Johnson & Johnson

  • “Google engaged Margie to facilitate a full-day program at our Hong Kong office. The feedback was so overwhelmingly positive that I have no hesitation in recommending Margie as a terrific investment in team and personal development.”

    Leonie Valentine

    Managing Director, Google Hong Kong

  • “In just a short hour presenting to an audience of 1,000, Margie became part of our team. She exceeded our high expectations, weaving her message of courage into our strategy in a meaningful and entertaining way. The standing ovation she received reflected how much the audience loved her. I strongly recommend Margie for any event that ties into meaningful advancement.”

    Rich Wilson

    President and CEO of Paul Davis

  • “Margie was an absolutely instrumental part of enlarging the context for our new team. She inspired us to reach for significant business opportunities, strengthen our collaboration, and embrace the mindset needed to achieve amazing success!”

    Liz Carnabudi

    Vice President, BD Medical Technology

  • “If you are looking for a powerful yet practical message to inspire our team to take action, Margie is the speaker for you! The audience feels the positive and personal message she delivers with credibility as a best-selling author and global leadership authority. She is also a joy to work with!”

    Jason Green

    Senior Vice President, Global Sales, National Instruments

  • “Attending Margie’s workshop changed my life and that of my colleagues. I am quite confident you will walk away from her session agreeing that they were some of the best hours you have spent on yourself in a long, long time. A worthwhile investment for all leaders, both emerging and established.”

    Elizabeth Faber

    Chief Talent Officer, Deloitte Asia Pacific

  • “Margie knows how to push us to question ourselves, and to find ourselves. She is a true leader and an exceptional communicator. I will remember forever that we should replace a future by default with a future by design.”

    Professor Alain Lempereur

    Harvard Program on Negotiation, Brandeis University

  • “Margie’s opening keynote at our annual conference was nothing short of spectacular! She has my highest recommendation for any event – in fact, her message is one that everyone should hear in their lifetime!”

    Mike Morini

    CEO, WorkForce Software

  • “Margie’s speech on leading with courage at our Senior Leadership Forum was very inspirational and greatly appreciated by all who left with practical ways to lead through change.”

    Renata Gusmon

    Talent Development Director, United Health Group

  • “One word: Amazing. Not only was Margie's message tailored perfectly for our audience but her 1 on 1 interactions with attendees made the experience that much more personable. The feedback we received was phenomenal.”

    Victoria Lambert

    Talent Management, AT&T

  • “Margie facilitated an outstanding program with my Asia Pacific leadership team. She connected immediately and had everyone fully engaged and participating. Even the skeptics in my team were very impressed with her approach and style and we all left inspired to execute action plans to improve their leadership effectiveness. I recommend Margie to any company seeking to up the ante on their leadership capability.”

    Wendy Stops

    Global Managing Director, Technology, Accenture

  • “I first engaged Margie as a keynote speaker for an Asia Pacific women's leadership event in China. From the moment we met, I was a huge fan - her ideas, perspective and ability to deliver thought-provoking and empowering sessions for leaders of all levels from diverse backgrounds is impressive. I've since engaged Margie for many leadership events, always with incredible feedback.”

    Edweena Stratton

    VP Employee Success, Salesforce.com

  • “Margie’s keynote on creating a culture of courage was dynamic, passionate and thought provoking. The feedback from our top 100 leaders was overwhelmingly positive. We will all go forward a little bolder and braver than before!”

    Rachael Powell

    Chief People Officer, XERO

  • “Margie is a true expert in her field who immediately captivates an audience. I have engaged her several times for large keynotes, workshops and, most recently, to interview our Chairman Mr Bill Marriott. On every occasion she has been wonderfully well received.”

    Keri Day

    Chief Audit Officer, Marriott International

  • “Margie is a truly sensational speaker. She had our audience hanging off her every word - her thought provoking, engaging and professional presentation style along with her unique ability to be down to earth was truely refreshing and motivating. I would recommend Margie as a keynote speaker anytime.”

    Michelle Morcombe

    National Learning Support Manager, Optus

  • “Margie was a huge hit! She kept everyone engaged - not easy with a room of tired and distracted physicians - receiving the highest possible rating from 94% of participants. From a meeting planners perspective, she is a joy to work with. Her input made our conference even better from the outset.”

    Kathleen Bozis

    Medical Society of Virginia

  • “Margie sets herself apart with a powerful and inspiring message. She helped me craft my own vision for leading a more forward leading workplace. We welcome her back anytime.”

    Kathy Calvin

    President & CEO, United Nations Foundation

  • “Margie led us through an absolutely beyond any expectations two-day workshop. My team members (from 8 countries!) were all thrilled by what we achieved. I have no words to thank her enough. Just amazing!”

    Sandra Guazzotti

    Vice President, Oracle Financing

  • “Engaging, inspiring, and a delight to work with, Margie’s call to courageous action was a perfect fit for our employees. A true gem!”

    Alissa Janey

    Best Buy

  • “Margie’s interactive style and sharp humour paired with her powerful insights helped our national conference attendees see the world through a whole new lens. We received nothing but outstanding feedback. I cannot recommend her highly enough.”

    Leslie G. Sarasin

    CEO, Food Marketing Institute

  • “Our best speaker ever!”

    Ross Stange

    Sage Micropay

  • “Margie left the leaders are our national conference re-energized, refocused and emboldened to build a bigger and better business.”

    Georgia Bartholomew

    Body Shop

  • “Margie’s content was great and her delivery was absolutely awesome. I’ve never had so much positive feedback from an audience - not one negative comment, not one. Everyone just raved about it and believe me, this was a tough crowd.”

    Robert Gosling

    Managing Director, Oracle New Zealand

  • “Margie’s ability to engage, educate and embolden people is inspirational. Her nuggets of wisdom are both profound and practical for anyone wanting to be a more confident communicator and enjoy greater success in their workplace and b”

    Professor Rebecca Heino

    Columbia University

  • “Margie is a dynamic keynote speaker! Her message really hit home, and set an excellent foundation for the rest of our leadership campaign. We were engaged by her dynamic delivery, entertained by her personal stories, and inspired by her ability to tie it all back to our core personal and organizational values.”

    Donna Vitalie

    AOL

  • “Dear Margie, Thank you for your recent Courageous Conversations program here at NASA headquarters. You brought both an impressive depth of knowledge and genuine passion to support our staff. Once again, the feedback we received from those who participated in your program was outstanding.”

    Kim Haney

    NASA, Director, Career Management

  • “It was a pleasure meeting Margie. She was extremely entertaining, inspirational and right in point for our company event. The feedback was universally positive. We appreciated her time talking to us and for engaging with our team. I hope we can do it again in the not too distant future.”

    Tim Orpin,

    illumina, Vice President, Asia Pacific

  • “As keynote speaker at a recent Deakin University alumni event, Margie's presentation was engaging, heartfelt and thought-provoking. Having spent many years in events management I have rarely seen such an engaged and delighted audience on the night. Margie is a wonderfully inspiring and energetic presenter and I recommend her very highly. Her latest book Brave is also a great read!”

    Associate Director, Alumni Relations

    University of Tasmania

  • “Attendees at our annual conference loved Margie so much they gave her a standing ovation. She was absolutely excellent.”

    Lisa Nguyen

    American Psychiatric Nurses Association

“Every time a woman finds her courage to rise,
it elevates all humanity.”

MARGIE WARRELL

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