Book IWD Speaker: Heidi Sander

Multi-award-winning writer helping women leaders leverage creative strategies so they can communicate effectively & thrive through change

Heidi Sander is a narrative strategist, multi-award-winning writer, and creator of resilience-based programs that blend story, science, and creative practice.  

Her signature framework, THE HUMAN STORY METHOD, helps women navigate change, build resilience, and reconnect to what matters most.

With a background in the arts and communication, she designs workshops and keynotes that support female leaders cultivate personal clarity, team connection, and human-centred leadership.

Her intensive, hands-on COMMAND THE ROOM workshop builds Executive Presence foundation - voice, authenticity, and stage-ready confidence - so women can speak effectively in any situation from high-stakes meetings and conference stages, to community events and media interviews.

Heidi brings a rare mix of poetic insight, neuroscience, and human depth to every talk - redefining the keynote format as an experience that slows the noise, centres the human story, and helps people reconnect to what matters most.

Through her charitable work, she also creates healing-centred programs for those affected by cancer and grief, ensuring that these tools reach beyond boardrooms and into the heart of community care.

Whether you’re planning your first IWD event or reshaping an entire leadership offsite, Heidi brings grounded strategy, warm delivery, and actionable tools women can use everyday.  

WHAT HEIDI OFFERS (In Person & Virtual):
• IWD keynotes designed to create ripple effects throughout the year
• Strategic workshops that help women move through change and turn ideas into action
• Tools tailored for L&D, DEI leads and cross-functional leaders
• Interactive Multimedia Course for ongoing support & learning

WHAT ORGANIZERS SAY:
“One of the most impactful talks I've heard - simultaneously grounding and game-changing. It helped me reframe change as opportunity and I walked away with renewed clarity, deeper purpose, and simple ways to stay connected with what matters most.”
        -Natalie Moore, Creative Director Moore Creative Consulting

PERFECT FOR:
• HR, DEI and Culture & Engagement Directors
• Senior Leaders seeking actionable tools
• Event Managers who want more than an inspirational story

CONTACT:
Contact Heidi to explore how she can help you design a meaningful, strategic IWD experience.

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