Book IWD Speaker: Simone Knego

Simone Knego is a two-time TEDx speaker, USA Today bestselling author, and internationally recognized keynote speaker who empowers women to overcome self-doubt, embrace their unique strengths, and lead with confidence.

As the author of *REAL Confidence: A Simple Guide to Go from Unsure to Unshakeable* and creator of the REAL Method®, Simone helps women recognize their value, move beyond limiting beliefs, and take ownership of their personal and professional growth.

Through her engaging keynotes, Simone challenges the idea that confidence is something people are born with. Instead, she shows audiences that confidence is something they can build through everyday actions, intentional choices, and a willingness to step outside their comfort zones.

Drawing from her experiences as a former CPA, entrepreneur, mother of six, and Mount Kilimanjaro climber, Simone combines relatable storytelling, humor, and practical strategies that inspire audiences to take action.

**Simone’s keynote presentations include:**

**The Confident Leader:** Equips leaders with practical strategies to make decisions with clarity, communicate expectations, take ownership, and lead consistently, even under pressure.

**Confident in the Age of AI:** Helps audiences overcome fear and uncertainty surrounding AI, embrace change with curiosity, and recognize the uniquely human strengths that keep them valuable in an evolving workplace.

**Teams That Thrive:** Shows leaders how to build a culture of confidence, accountability, and initiative where team members feel empowered to speak up, take ownership, and contribute their best.

**Live Without Limits:** Empowers women to overcome self-doubt, perfectionism, and limiting beliefs so they can lead confidently and create meaningful success in their careers and personal lives.

At the heart of Simone’s message is her signature REAL Method®: Respect Yourself, Embrace Your Failures, Ask Yourself What You Want, and Live Without Limits. This practical framework gives audiences actionable tools to strengthen their confidence and create lasting change.

Simone’s work has been featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox, Entrepreneur Magazine, and Yahoo News. She has delivered presentations for corporate organizations, professional associations, women’s leadership conferences, and community organizations across the United States and internationally.

Known for her authenticity, humor, and ability to connect with audiences, Simone delivers more than an inspirational message. Her presentations are interactive, relatable, and filled with practical takeaways attendees can apply immediately.

Whether speaking at an International Women’s Day celebration, women’s leadership conference, corporate event, or professional development program, Simone leaves audiences feeling empowered to trust themselves, embrace new challenges, and confidently take their next step.

Simone is available for keynote presentations and leadership workshops, both in person and virtually.

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