Cultivating Resilience in Teams
Cultivating Resilience in Teams
USA
Join Molly Barker, founder of Girls on the Run, as she inspires organizations to unlock potential through dynamic storytelling and innovative communication.
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Keynote Speaker Molly Barker is a renowned educator, social entrepreneur, and visionary best known for founding Girls on the Run International. Her innovative running and life skills development program has inspired over 2.3 million girls to unlock their limitless potential since its inception in 1996. Molly’s unique approach combines her background in social work, teaching, and athletics, providing a transformative perspective on empowerment, resilience, and personal growth.
When you book Molly Barker for your event, you’re inviting a speaker who embodies authenticity and vulnerability. She expertly weaves storytelling with actionable insights, engaging diverse audiences—from corporate teams to youth groups. Her transformative talks are designed to foster a culture of curiosity and collaboration, equipping organizations with practical tools to enhance communication and navigate challenges effectively.
Molly’s impactful experience includes serving on Capitol Hill, where she developed the Red Boot Way, a strategic communication framework aimed at bridging divides and promoting understanding. This expertise makes her a valuable asset for organizations looking to address complex issues and inspire meaningful change.
Whether your goal is to motivate your team, enhance leadership skills, or cultivate resilience, Keynote Speaker Molly Barker brings unparalleled expertise and inspiration. Book Molly Barker for your event, and empower your organization to embrace challenges and thrive in today’s dynamic landscape.
See keynotes with Molly BarkerIn Molly’s trademark and most popular keynote, “Embrace the Dragonfly,” you’ll hear first hand the incredible founding story of Girls on the Run International, as well as some profoundly wise, irreverently funny, and awe-inspiring life lessons Molly has learned from spending time with kids. Not yet influenced by societal, political, and cultural biases and preconceptions, children’s perspectives often lead to surprisingly insightful observations, about life, relationships, work and the world around them. Their innate understanding of fairness, kindness, a sense of belonging and justice, are great reminders of important and fundamental human values we can utilize in all areas of our lives. The most sought-after of Molly’s speeches, audiences are guaranteed to laugh, cry, and engage with Molly and each other as she asks thought-provoking questions that leave everyone feeling inspired, joyful, and empowered.
In her keynote speech “Climbing Out of the Girl Box”, Molly Barker, founder of Girls on the Run, addresses the pervasive issue of gender stereotypes and their impact on young girls. She highlights how societal norms dictate behaviors and expectations, often limiting girls’ self-expression and potential. Molly shares inspiring stories from the Girls on the Run program, illustrating how physical activity and mentorship empower girls to break free from these stereotypes. She emphasizes the importance of fostering confidence, resilience, and leadership skills in girls, encouraging the audience to challenge traditional gender roles and support a more inclusive environment. Through her passionate message, Molly calls for collective action to uplift and inspire the next generation of female leaders.
In her speech “The Power of Resilience” Molly shares her personal story of overcoming addiction, entering recovery and channeling her experience into helping others through founding Girls on the Run International. Through resilience, determination, and a deep desire to make a difference, Molly shares how she overcame many personal battles and founded the global nonprofit organization dedicated to building resilience in young girls. Her journey highlights the power of personal growth, the importance of community support, and how one person’s triumph over adversity can spark a movement of hope and change worldwide.
“Back to Basics: Business Lessons through the Eyes of a Child” explores how children’s natural curiosity, resilience, and creativity can inspire smarter business strategies. This speech draws on simple, funny, and profound conversations Molly has had with many of the 3rd to 8th grade participants in her Girls on the Run program. She along with the audience’s input translates these stories and playful wisdom into valuable tips for navigating challenges, fostering innovation, and building stronger teams in today’s workplace. You’ll also hear firsthand how the organization began, scaled, and continues to impact over 250,000 children a year, using these very same valuable tips.
“The Big Lift of Power Skills” explores the importance of “power skills”—also known as soft skills—in today’s workplace. Molly highlights how skills like communication, adaptability, emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and collaboration have been essential in the growth of her organization, Girls on the Run International. Power skills foster strong working relationships, enhance problem-solving abilities, and drive innovation by enabling employees to connect, empathize, and work effectively in teams. She shares the importance of balancing Power (power skills) with power (systems and tangibles) to insure a thriving and welcoming workplace/school/company.
Unlike any keynote you’ve ever attended “The Power of Play” actually gets audiences up and moving (no running required)! Molly facilitates a variety of fun, thought-provoking, and uplifting large-group games that energize, uplift, and inspire attendees. These games and activities focus on teamwork, power skills, and the importance of communication and can be adapted to work for just about any setting and any topic specific to your group’s needs.
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