
Speaker

Michelle Diamond
Speaker
GLOBAL THOUGHT LEADER & STORYTELLER ON THE MENTAL & EMOTIONAL ASPECTS
OF DEVELOPING & EXECUTING SUCCESSFUL GROWTH & LEADERSHIP STRATEGIES
Michelle Diamond is a top global business keynote and motivational speaker, corporate trainer, author, storyteller, growth strategy and leadership expert, business owner, entrepreneur, strategic advisor, operational executive and global thought leader known for teaching leaders and aspiring leaders how to use their mind and emotions to impact
the development and execution of effective, forward thinking growth strategies in organizations of all sizes, situations, and industries, that drive
top and bottom-line financial results.
Michelle brings a real world perspective shaped by her 30+ years' experience advising and working as an operational executive and in other roles at 65 companies in over 31+ industries to date, from startup, small to middle market, private equity/venture capital, to Fortune 50. During the course of her dynamic business career, Michelle discovered what it truly takes to 'get things done' and whether or not organizations achieved short and long-term financial success.
A Duke MBA with Wharton Executive Education, Michelle is also a former radio show host and creator of Accelerating Your Business™, podcast and radio show guest, winning game show contestant, kick line dancer, featured movie extra, and avid sports fan.


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PROGRAMS
Signature programs designed to motivate, engage, and drive growth
Growth Strategy Development
UNLOCK & UNBLOCK YOUR SUBCONSCIOUS MIND - THE KEY TO VALUE CREATION
Growth Strategy Development & Value Creation
Many understand at a high level that we all have tremendous power in our subconscious mind. However, most of us do not know how to access or remove blockages that impede us in not only our companies and organizations, but in our daily lives.
In this program via keynote, workshop, or training, Michelle Diamond, CEO, Elevate Diamond Strategy, will teach audiences the tools needed on how to unlock the power of their subconscious and unconscious mind to develop optimal growth strategies and create long term value creation for their organizations.
CHOOSING DEFIANCE OVER DETRIMENTAL COMPLIANCE
Courageous Leadership, Strategic Decision Making, & Innovation
The greatest achievements and innovations that have taken place in companies throughout history, resulting in tremendous financial success and longevity, came primarily from courageous leaders who defied the norms and instead, chose defiance over detrimental compliance.
Using her dynamic and unique perspective through the use of memorable storytelling and humor, while also drawing on examples from past clients and companies in her book, 10-Step Guide to Creating Your Own Growth Strategy For Your Company: The Secret To Unlocking The Mystery Of Achieving And Sustaining Profitable Growth, Michelle will motivate, engage, and challenge audiences to ‘think and act differently’, while also providing practical and actionable insights that can be implemented for positive financial outcomes right away.















Growth Strategy Execution
THE POWER OF 'C.H.I.T. C.H.A.T.' ™
How To Truly 'Get Things Done' & Advance
In terms of execution and in general, both leaders and employees need to understand 'the power of chit chat' and how communicating and connecting with each other is the key to truly 'getting things done' and achieving success.
However, many individuals do not have the skills of connection, conversation, and communication rather in general, or with those who are in different levels, backgrounds, functional areas, industries, and generations (Millennials, Gen Z, Gen X, Baby Boomers, etc.).
In this program via keynote, workshop, or training, Michelle Diamond, CEO, Elevate Diamond Strategy, will share with audiences via storytelling how she was able to use this framework to meet over 250 top celebrities, billionaires, professional team owners, and Hall of Famers, as well as achieve success in her own career, build extraordinary leaders and teams, and help 65+ companies in 31+ industries achieve both short and long-term financial success, and gain and sustain competitive advantages.
MICHELLE DIAMOND
THE POWER OF C.H.I.T. C.H.A.T.™
BUSINESS MOGUL & CELEBRITY EDITION VIDEO
OBSTACLES ARE WHAT YOU SEE WHEN YOU TAKE YOUR EYES OFF THE GOAL (MOTIVATIONAL/INSPIRATIONAL)
Motivational & Inspirational Leadership Through Change
This motivational and inspirational keynote takes audience members through Michelle Diamond's personal journey of being on her own since the age of 16, healing herself of fibromyalgia, her career journey and business accomplishments thus far, mistakes made, and lessons learned.
Stories of how to overcome obstacles, persevere, and achieve success both personally and professionally will be shared and tailored to audience demographics and makeup.

"Obstacles Are What You See When You Take Your Eyes Off The Goal".
- Henry Ford
Audience Impact
Target Audience
Senior leaders, executives, board members, middle management, entry level/ early career, and high potential employees across corporate, nonprofit, startup, small to middle market, and large organizations.
What Audiences Will Learn
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'The Real Way' Leaders Create Strategy & Drive Execution
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How Our Mind & Emotions Impact Growth Outcomes
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How to Break Through Stagnation & Scale Effectively
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Practical Frameworks That Can Be Applied Immediately
Challenges Addressed
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Accelerating Growth (Development & Execution)
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Breaking Through & Overcoming Stagnation
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Competitive Advantage
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Decision Making, Prioritization, & Communication
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Growth Management
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Leadership Development (Acceleration & Actualization)
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Market Shifts & Navigating Change
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Mergers & Acquisitions
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Motivating Employees
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New Market Entry/Expansion
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Profitability Issues
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Scaling & Transformation Issues
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Strategic Gaps
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Strategy Execution Roadblocks
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Talent & Upskilling Gaps
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Winning Against Competitors
Selected Past Speaking & Corporate Training Engagements




Designed senior executive leadership and high potential customized training programs for executives and aspiring executives at top notable companies including Daimler, AXA,
and IBM Consulting.
Led speaking and facilitation. Designed format, agenda, and presentation for the Annual Finance Offsite, attended by top finance executives across the Fortune 150 Company.
Created and led Division President and senior management team facilitation for newly formed executive team, resulting in prioritizing and streamlining growth initiatives for post-acquisition growth strategy from 40 to 8 (80%).
Selected to speak at the United Nations Educational, Scientific, And Cultural Organization (UNESCO), World Logic Day - Creating Balance, Wellness, And Productivity That Supports Growth on how mindset affects growth strategy development and execution.
Delivery Formats
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Keynotes & Motivational
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Conferences & Summits
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Corporate Offsites & Retreats
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Executive & Leadership Trainings
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Workshops
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Panels & Fireside Chats
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Virtual Events & Webinar
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Seminars & Other
Trusted By Executive Leadership
Global Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Executive (Former Proctor & Gamble)
5 OUT OF 5 RATING -
EXTREMELY SATISFIED
"The topic was definitely relevant and the perspectives shared touched on the core areas, making the time very effective.”

Independent Board Director and
CEO, Automotive & Logistics
5 OUT OF 5 RATING -
EXTREMELY SATISFIED
"Michelle Diamond as the speaker was excellent. I appreciated the opportunity to hear from her and the questions answered seemed engaging at the end."

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