Believe Boldly.
Execute Fearlessly.
Inspire Endlessly.
Speaker. Moderator. Facilitator. Thought Leader
Akeeya Umstead brings practical insight, energy and lived experiences to conversations about leadership, technology, career development, AI, access and community impact.
Speaking Topics
Leadership in the Age of AI
Helping leaders embrace change while keeping people at the center of innovation.
Success Looks Different
A conversation about redefining success, creating access, and building careers with purpose.
AI for the Culture Movement
Making artificial intelligence understandable, practical, and accessible for every audience.
Building Communities that Last
Lessons from nonprofit leadership, volunteerism, and creating sustainable community impact.
Project Leadership That Drives Results
Practical strategies for communication, collaboration, and leading complex initiatives with confidence.
Caring while Leading: Navigating Caregiving Without Losing Yourself
Insight and strategies for managing priorities, advocating for loved ones, and leading with resilience.
From Grief to Growth: Finding Purpose After Loss
Reshaping perspectives on living with intention while honoring those we have lost.
Keynote Speaking
Panel Moderation
Fireside Conversations
Workshops
Audience Experience
Every Audience is different.
That is why each keynote and workshop is customized to meet the goals of your organization while creating meaningful engagement and lasting impact.
Participants leave inspired, but more importantly, equipped.
Ideal Audiences
Corporate Leadership teams
Colleges & Universities
Conferences
Employee Resource Groups
Nonprofit Organizations
Community Leaders
Emerging Professionals