Jodi Walker

Biography

Jodi Walker is an award winning keynote speaker, author and consultant known for her high energy presentations. She was once described by an LA Times reporter as having “seemingly endless energy.” Her unique ability to help leaders and their teams find innovative ways to move “beyond business as usual” has helped audiences worldwide. Jodi has spoken on three continents where her theme of disrupting the status quo, and building a culture of “personal ownership” for results resonates. Using proven tools to enhance leadership, communication, creativity, and the ability to collaborate more effectively she has helped audiences find new ways to innovate, lead and drive results.

As the founder and Chief Creative Catalyst of Success Alliances a training and development company, Jodi brings more than 20 years of successful business experience to the platform. She is the inventor of the Entrepreneurial Thinking® for Success System to help leaders build a culture of “personal ownership” for results. Through her research and interviews with entrepreneurs and market leaders Jodi brings real world examples that link to principles that can be applied to any industry.

Jodi has a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations with an emphasis in communication. She was involved in the Share A Kind Word project that earned her a commendation from Governor Gray Davis. Her background includes public relations executive, award winning sales leader and business owner. Jodi enjoys being able to bring creative ideas to life and practices it herself at every opportunity. One of her creative ideas prompted the U.S. Open Golf Tournament to select one of her products to be in their gift bags. But more importantly Jodi has mastered the art of “connecting the dots” to help her clients find opportunities where others are not looking.

The majority of Jodi’s clients are repeat and referral. One client brought her in to deliver over 100 presentations across the U.S. Jodi has worked with companies like Verizon, Ford Motor Company, Atlas Van Lines, Edwards Lifesciences, Veterans Health Administration, Association of periOperative Registered Nurses, Adventist Risk Management, SHRM, ASAE, Missouri Bankers Association, Southern California Leadership Network and many others.

Jodi is the recipient of the prestigious Certified Speaking Professional credential. This is the highest earned designation from the National Speakers Association and the Global Speakers Federation. Fewer than 300 women in the world have received this designation. Jodi travels from Southern California. When she is not traveling she enjoys music, theatre, her family and volunteering. She has served on leadership committees for the National Speakers Association and is a volunteer CASA. A CASA is a court appointed special advocate for foster children.

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The opportunity to laugh, reflect on my personal values and their connection to the organization’s values and hear others perspectives was invaluable.

– Gary Herbst, SVP/CFO Kaweah Delta Health Care District

Absolutely fantastic! Very captivating with helpful & positive information! I loved it! She is knowledgeable and fun. What a winning combination!

– Brian Goodwin, Zions Bank

In an effort to provide my managers and supervisor’s with enhanced communication skills and the ability to collaborate to increase employee engagement, I reached out to Jodi Walker. I have worked with Jodi numerous times in the past and she has always provided customized approaches that have exceeded my expectations. She knows how to address the issues and is always interested in the big picture and desired end result. I would highly recommend Jodi to anyone looking to take their team to the next level.

– Mike Coyne, Director Verizon

The feedback from our attendees was fabulous and your score for your expertise on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being high was a 4.9. We were thrilled to have those kinds of results. Your ideas stimulated our thinking and expanded our vision with a fresh approach to igniting the passion around our profession and the individual talents that bring it all together.

– Association of periOperative Registered Nurses Annual Congress

Your participation in the conference was amazing!! Many of the attendees indicated that your morning motivation got everyone moving and excited about the day to engage in all the great workshops we had to offer – you did an excellent job! Love your energy!!

– Lena L. Kennedy, Founder/CEO - SoCal Women’s Health Conference

Excellent lively presentation. Boiled down a lot of helpful principles to easy-to-understand concepts for application in the various areas of our company. She was lively, believable, credible and knowledgeable.

– Bob Kyte, President - Adventist Risk Management

Jodi brings great energy. I have had the pleasure to hear Jodi several times and I always walk away with something new to think about.

– Jessica Mack, Manager New Construction - Southern California Edison

Your program was as perfect fit for our audience as they continue to find innovative ways to address their business challenges and move forward in an ever changing industry.

– Sue Chandler, Atlas Van Lines

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Reviews & Ratings

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   Waldo Waldman 
 May 19, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve been Speaking professionally for 21 years and work with the largest agencies in the world. I’m a Hall of Fame keynote speaker and a New York Times best selling Author. I have can honestly say in full confidence that Seth Dechtman and his team at Keynote Curator is the best agency I have been honored to work with.
I’ve witnessed Seth’s client focused relationship skills On multiple occasions. His clients love him and he’s detail oriented and has great communication skillls.
But most importantly, I’ve been on the receiving side of his servant, focused leadership style. He treats me like a valued partner and emulates everything a wingman is.
  
 
       
   David Allison 
 May 17, 2024
 
 
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   Meir Statman 
 May 10, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It is wonderful to join Seth in helping people reflect on their financial and life well-being and enhance them.
  
 
       
   Trevor Wilde 
 April 24, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was an amazing experience. the Keynote Speaker we had was perfect for our event and will definitely be having another for our next one!
  
 
       
   Sandro Forte 
 March 22, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brilliantly hosted, with great content. An absolute ‘must add’ to any podcast list!
  
 
       
   Jon VanDeventer 
 November 18, 2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've been working with Seth at The Keynote Curators for over 3 years. I always look forward to our meetings because of both his professional expertise and his enjoyable, engaging personality. We have fun during our virtual meetings while developing innovative strategies and accomplishing goals. It's obvious from working with Seth over a number of years that he is always making event planning and booking services an easy process and providing responsiveness that sets him apart. He's an excellent partner who gets invested in your business and collaborates through every step of a process that can sometimes feel overwhelming.
  
 
       
   Jason Galaska 
 November 7, 2023
 
 
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   Hailey Wilson 
 October 23, 2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A Treasure Trove for Anyone Involved in Speaker Selection!

As someone deeply involved in the intersection of marketing and technology at AImpact, I find the process of selecting the right keynote speaker to be a critical part of any successful event. Seth Dechtman's "The Keynote Curators" podcast is nothing short of a godsend for anyone facing the challenges and opportunities that come with this task.

Seth brings an almost poetic understanding to the power of words, acknowledging that a speech isn't just a scheduled event but a transformative experience that can change the dynamics of an entire room. His enthusiasm for the craft is contagious, making each episode a joy to listen to.
  
 
       
   Nicole 
 September 14, 2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Seth is super knowledgeable about the needs of meeting planners to have a successful event and partners with you to find just that right fit!
  
 
       
   Duncan Sigurdsson 
 August 28, 2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Working with Seth Dechtman and The Keynote Curators is always true partnership.  In the three plus years that we have been involved in various projects, I can tell you that they always deliver.  We have done some really cool stuff together.  Any meeting professional, conference planner or event producer will greatly benefit from partnering with The Keynote Curators.  High praise to Seth and his team.