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My keynote speeches are fully interactive

Silence is the greatest challenge to meaningful diversity and engagement in the workplace. I can help you stop the silence with one of my fully interactive presentations, motivating and inspiring leaders and/or team members to engage in dialogue for understanding and change.

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Proven Expertise

We've worked with high performers across industries, including the NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, MLS, Olympic athletes, Fortune 5 companies, venture-backed start-ups, and VCs.

Personalized Services

Our deep experience allows us to tailor our work specifically to your goals, needs, and constraints. We work with you to design a goal-oriented process that helps you seeing real results quickly.

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Goal-Oriented

This isn't work for work's sake. Our process focuses on what matters most to you. In the process, we'll dial up your focus, build forward momentum, and create clarity in your personal and professional life.

Person-Centered

We're invested in helping you perform better, and we're even more invested in who you are as a person. We anchor the work in your values and identity so that the real you is always at the center.

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Fostering Civility: Building Respectful and Thriving Workplaces

How can organizations navigate today’s polarized landscape while fostering environments of respect and collaboration? This talk explores the transformative power of civility in the workplace. Through thought-provoking insights and real-world examples, learn how respect and empathy can create a culture where diverse perspectives thrive, challenging conversations lead to growth, and teams achieve their full potential.

The Future of HR: Navigating Change and Empowering Workforces

As workforce expectations evolve, HR must stay ahead of trends to remain relevant and impactful. This session explores the shifting dynamics of HR, from leveraging generative AI and adapting to hybrid work models to addressing the needs of diverse, multigenerational teams. Gain actionable insights on creating a culture where flexibility, well-being, and inclusion thrive while tackling challenges like workforce retention, upskilling, and the integration of transformative technologies. Learn how HR can become the strategic force that prepares organizations to meet the demands of a dynamic future.

How Will You Be Remembered? Building a Human-Centered Leadership Brand

Leaders are the key to maximizing employee engagement, productivity, and retention. Learn how to build a human-centered leadership brand by understanding how your stakeholders view you and the importance of being the author of your own life story. You’ll learn how well-being has taken on a whole new meaning; the importance of staying true to your core; and how to build trust so team members can thrive by bringing their “whole selves” to work.

Keeping DEI Top of Mind

What’s the greatest challenge to diversity and inclusion? Find out through this interactive presentation. You’ll learn how to help team members use their voices as catalysts for understanding and change so that they, and your organization, reach full potential. You’ll learn the importance of systems-thinking as you develop impactful recommendations to push your organizations to do better!

Watch Me In Action

Past Speaking Engagements

  • Black Boys and Men National Symposium
  • TalentFirst HR Council Gathering
  • National HR Healthcare Conference, Chair and Presenter
  • Urban League's 4th Annual MLK Corporate Breakfast
  • National Diversity Council’s National Black Men in Leadership Summit
  • Healthcare HR Management Institute’s National Forum
  • Becker’s Healthcare Annual Meeting
  • Washtenaw Economic Club
  • OnCon HR Program Instructor
  • DEI and Health Equity Webinar, MHA Keystone Center and Michigan Public Health Institute
  • NAAAHR Midwest Conference
  • Fireside Chat; Steelcase
  • HR Healthcare Panel: Reimagining the Healthcare Workplace to Attract and Retain Talent
  • Corp Diversity Conference
  • Moderator for The Marcus Evans Group National Healthcare HR Summit

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Testimonials

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Ovell delivered a powerful and insightful keynote on the importance of keeping diversity top of mind in the workplace. His message underscored not only the value of diverse perspectives in fostering innovation and inclusivity but also practical strategies for building a culture of belonging. Ovell's engaging approach and actionable takeaways resonated deeply with our attendees, leaving us inspired and equipped to make meaningful changes.

Alexis Yaeger
Program & Community Development Director
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"Engaging!"

Alexis Yaeger
Program & Community Development Director
John Carter - Elements Webflow Library - BRIX Templates

"Very approachable and friendly!"

Alexis Yaeger
Program & Community Development Director
John Carter - Elements Webflow Library - BRIX Templates

"Ovell's style is effective and well paced."

Alexis Yaeger
Program & Community Development Director
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