Speaking Topics
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Leading With Inner Strength: My 5-Step Framework for Thriving in Your Career Without the Endless Grind (Keynote or Workshop)
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Make Your Mark: A Professional Woman's Guide to Impact and Recognition
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Charting Your Course: A First-Generation Professional's Guide to Corporate Success
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From Impostor to Empowered: 5 Secrets for Transforming Self-Doubt into Professional Power
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Getting Ahead Without Burning Out: How to Feel OK About Setting Boundaries at Work
Testimonials
"Chealsea captivated the audience with her remarkable journey. She exuded warmth and approachability and created an inclusive atmosphere that made the session incredibly valuable."
Nils A. Breitmar
Columbia University
Head of Growth at Hornet Networks
Chealsea's story of navigating a world of privilege through a working-class lens hit home at West Virginia University. Many WVU students are incredibly bright, first-generation college students who are just beginning to understand and navigate worlds of privilege. Chealsea shined a bright light on some common threads of this experience. Through her honest and powerful insights, she offered a proper tool kit that serves to inspire and guide anyone who wants to burst out of their comfort zone and reach for the stars with authenticity, confidence, and joy.
Dr. Sharon Ryan
West Virginia University
Philosophy Department Chairperson
"Chealsea graced the stage as one of our distinguished speakers at Columbia University, offering invaluable insights into the life of a Product Manager. Her wealth of experience and genuine understanding of the profession captivated me, especially as a woman venturing into engineering."
Shiksha Sabharwal
Columbia University, Mechanical Engineering and Robotics
I am so impressed with Chealsea and her inspirational journey through life. Professional in her approach, she is enormously gracious as she motivates the audience with her progression from first generation college graduate to successful career woman. We need more stories by and about women who appreciate what their upbringings taught them about grit, perseverance, and most importantly--acceptance!
Lisa DeFrank-Cole
West Virginia University, Professor of Leadership
Coauthor of Women and Leadership: Journey Towards Equity
"Chealsea is a natural leader with a great passion for her work! The story of her unique career journey is incredibly inspiring to me, especially as a woman in the tech industry."
Ariana Palombo
Partner Operations Manager, Google
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and providing real strategies for overcoming the challenges we will inevitably face in the workplace. Your talk was so inspiring, especially for women like me who are just starting their careers and want to build a strong personal brand!
Jenna Mulett
UX Designer, Cigna Technology Development Program
Chealsea’s talk at the Grace Hopper Celebration was a testament to her unwavering commitment to uplifting women on their professional journeys, and provided a clear guide for thriving in a world historically dominated by men. Chealsea fosters an environment of empowerment that will uplift and inspire a new generation of women in tech.
Katharina Familia Almonte
Senior Product Manager, Google
Video Testimonials
"We can't stop reminiscing about the valuable insights you shared at our recent webinar. It's a testament to how much of an inspiration you are!"
Josh Falowo
Co-founder of AfricaTechPact initiative, Software Developer, Space Tech Enthusiasts
Lagos State, Nigeria
About Me
Chealsea Wierbonski is a Keynote Speaker, Writer, and Career Transformation Coach who helps ambitious women overcome self-doubt to make bold career moves, whether that means stepping into leadership, changing directions, or starting something new.
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With over 30 years of experience in tech, including 14 years leading product teams at Google, Chealsea understands the challenges of navigating male-dominated industries while building a fulfilling career. As the daughter of a coal miner and a first-generation college graduate, she also knows what it’s like to carry self-doubt and limiting beliefs into the workplace.
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After experiencing painful career setbacks early on, Chealsea discovered that external success wasn’t enough—true transformation required a mindset shift. Through years of inner work, she built the confidence to take bold steps in her career, moving from technical writer to UX designer to product manager, and now, to entrepreneur.
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Today, she is passionate about helping women unlock their potential and rewrite their stories. Through her coaching, courses, and public speaking, Chealsea equips ambitious women with the tools, strategies, and mindset they need to align their careers with their true potential.
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See Chealsea's official bio here.