K E Y N O T E S P E A K E R

Turning No

Into Yes.

Dr. Wendy Ellis Jones challenges audiences to redefine what's possible by embracing resilience as the foundation for lasting success. Through compelling stories and practical insights, she equips athletes, women leaders, educators, and corporate teams with the clarity, conviction, and leadership capacity to navigate complexity, influence others, and create impact that endures long after the moment.

Learn More About Wendy

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S I G N A T U R E K E Y N O T E

I Sell

Dreams.

A transformational keynote for athletes, women leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations navigating what's next. Drawing from Dr. Wendy Ellis Jones' journey from elite athletics to executive leadership, I Sell Dreams equips audiences with the mindset, resilience, and practical tools to embrace change, lead with purpose, and create opportunities beyond the limits of their current circumstances.

What audiences will take away:

01 Reframe adversity as the foundation for resilience, growth, and future success.

02 Build an identity rooted in purpose not just performance, titles, or achievements.

03 Leave with an actionable framework to make confident decisions and take meaningful action immediately.

Book Wendy

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W H A T S H E S P E A K S O N

Built For Tomorrow's Leaders.

Young Athletes

Building confidence and identity beyond the scoreboard.

Women's Leadership

Owning the room without shrinking to fit in.

Athlete Leadership

Turning competitive instinct into team-building skill.

Career Readiness

Preparing young people for the transition out of school.

Life After Sports

Reconstructing identity when the game stops being the answer.

NIL for Entrepreneurs

Turning a personal brand into a real business.

NIL for Businesses & Franchisees

What local and franchise businesses need to know about athlete partnerships.

Partnerships & Sponsorships

Building deals that hold up past the first check.

Women's Empowerment

Practical tools for confidence, voice, and visibility.

Recent Engagements

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EmpowerHer Conference 2026

Chicago, IL

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NIL Business Luncheon 2026

Cleveland, OH

FBS Annual Summit 2026

Las Vegas, NV

C O M I N G S O O N

The message that has inspired audiences is becoming a book. I Sell Dreams reveals the framework, personal stories, and beliefs behind Wendy's journey from athlete to entrepreneur. Join the waitlist to be first to hear about its release.