Book IWD Speaker: Kenisha Leak

Organizations seeking a compelling, credible, and relatable inspirational speaker are invited to submit speaking engagement requests for Kenisha Leak, a senior communications and events leader with over a decade of experience supporting executive leadership, private equity firms, and high-growth organizations.
Kenisha brings a rare combination of real-world career progression, strategic communications expertise, and event leadership, paired with an authentic story of betting on herself—rising from Senior Executive Assistant to Vice President of Communications at a private equity firm, while simultaneously launching and scaling her own business.
Her speaking engagements are designed to inspire action, provide practical career frameworks, and equip audiences with tools to confidently navigate growth, pivots, and leadership transitions.

Speaker Background & Credibility
VP of Comms at a Chicago-based private equity firm
10+ years of experience in executive leadership support, communications strategy, and complex event execution
Led high-visibility investor convenings, executive summits, and industry conferences
Holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Communications from DePaul University
Founder of a growing events and communications advisory business
Recognized for bridging operations, storytelling, and leadership development
Kenisha’s career journey resonates with audiences because it is earned, not theoretical—grounded in lived experience, risk-taking, and disciplined execution.

Kenisha specializes in speaking to:
Women in leadership and women aspiring to leadership
Students and early-career professionals
Executive Assistants and operations professionals seeking advancement
Professionals considering a career pivot
Entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs betting on themselves
Corporate ERGs, DEI initiatives, and leadership development programs
Her content is accessible, motivational, and actionable across industries.
Signature Themes & Topics
All speaking engagements are customizable based on organizational goals, audience demographics, and event format.

Common topics include:
From Support Role to Strategic Leader: Leveraging proximity to leadership to accelerate growth
Betting on Yourself: Taking calculated risks and navigating career pivots with confidence
Career Elevation Without a Traditional Playbook
The Power of Communications & Events in Leadership Visibility
Owning Your Narrative in the Workplace
Building Credibility Before the Title Changes
Custom topics may be developed in collaboration with the organization.

Audience Takeaways:
Clear frameworks for career progression
Practical strategies to transition from execution to leadership
Tools to advocate for growth, compensation, and opportunity
Insight into leveraging communications and events as career accelerators
Encouragement to take intentional risks without waiting for permission
A renewed belief that non-linear paths can lead to senior leadership

Value to the Organization:
A credible, modern leadership narrative that resonates across generations
High audience engagement rooted in authenticity and relatability
Alignment with diversity, equity, leadership, and talent-development initiatives
Content that balances inspiration with real-world application
A speaker who understands corporate realities—not just motivational soundbites

Available formats include:
Keynote addresses
Fireside chats
Panel discussions
Workshops and breakout sessions
Student assemblies
Women’s leadership forums
Corporate offsites and retreats
Virtual and in-person engagements available.

Organizations are encouraged to submit RFPs including:
Event date(s) and location
Audience size and demographic
Preferred format and duration
Desired themes or outcomes
Budget range
Each engagement is custom-scoped to ensure relevance and impact.

I look forward to working with you!

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