ENGAGING — MEMORABLE
— ACTIONABLE
“ Melissa's approach is not just educational, it’s empowering. Her impact as a speaker extends far beyond the stage. She leaves a lasting impression on audiences. ”
- Dr DeAngelo Richardson, Ed.D
“ She really shed a completely new light on a topic that I knew very little about. I would highly recommend Dr. Melissa to speak at your event. ”
- Dr. Emilio Justo, Renowned Surgeon and Blepharoplasty Expert
“ Melissa doesn’t just explain how empathy matters personally and organizationally. She shows the real, tangible benefits that actionable empathy brings to any business. ”
- John Tighe, Author, Speaker, and Master Sales Entrepreneur
“ She provided tons of value, great relatable stories, and really helped to bring the stories and science together. So if you’re wanting to get your people to understand empathy and emotional intelligence, she’s someone you want to have on your stage. ”
- Heidi Dunstan, Event Manager and Coordinator, and International Speaker
Inspire your audience to learn and grow
Are you ready to unlock the door to deep connection, profound understanding and a better life? Actionable empathy is a serious life skill — for personal relationships and business too!
Using her in-depth education and research, personal experience and profound expertise, Melissa brings together real-life stories and science, crafting irresistible talks on her specialist subject to captivate and empower your audience.
As a motivational speaker, Melissa will:
• Breathe new life into your management team
• Motivate your workforce
• Inspire your audience
• Make your next event memorable {for everyone}
• Instigate positive change
KEYNOTE SYNOPSES
Name Their Outcome Keynote:
The latest keynote from Melissa Robinson-Winemiller
Through keynotes that show leaders how to align people, outcomes, and performance, Melissa delivers practical insights that help leaders move beyond surface behavior and understand the outcomes driving their teams. When leaders can name the outcome behind a reaction, they gain the clarity needed to guide conversations, reduce friction, and lead with far greater confidence.
Shattering Shame with Self-Empathy: The Extended Cut
Crafted from Melissa’s TEDx talk of the same name, this keynote expands on the ideas presented there and gives reasons why empathy isn’t a soft skill, but a critical one. Dr. Robinson-Winemiller challenges outdates myths about empathy and shows why it’s not only relevant, but essential in leadership. Participants will walk away with a clearer understanding of what empathy is (and isn’t), how to make it actionable, and why building a habit of self-empathy is the first step toward leadership others with integrity and clarity.
Empathy as the Innovation Engine
Most people believe empathy is about feelings, but what if leaders knew it was a skill-based tool that fosters innovation? In this talk we discuss different types of empathy, and how knowing which to apply can unlock potential, ignite innovation, and enhance productivity and profits. From product design to organizational change, empathy ensures we’re solving the right problems by first connecting human-to-human, not just building flashy solutions. Backed by research, real-world examples, and actionable tools, this session shows how empathy can turn insight into innovation and help organizations create smarter, more sustainable breakthroughs.
Empathy with Precision: The Key to Unlocking Success
Empathy isn’t one-size-fits-all. Sometimes your people don’t need your feelings—they need your understanding. In this talk, I’ll break down the different types of empathy and help you recognize when to lean into each one. You’ll learn how the right kind of empathy at the right moment can cut through the noise, build trust, and help both employees and leaders reach their full potential. This isn’t about being nicer. It’s about being more intentional, more human, and more effective for better profit, productivity, and innovation.
“ ... I learned so much!”
“ A master of her subject...”
“ Facts that will surprise you!”
VIDEO TESTIMONIALS
Real Stories, Real Impact:
See
EQ via Empathy™
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Hear from Corey Poirier, multiple-time TEDx speaker, bLU Talks founder, and bestselling author, as he shares his experience working with Melissa.
EQ via Empathy™ helps organizations refine their communication strategy from the top down—starting with those who have the most influence. Delving deep into culture and mindset, Melissa reveals clever strategies to create ripples of positive change throughout your organization.
Are you ready to unlock the true potential of your business?
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