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Libby Gill

Libby Gill

Executive coach, leadership expert, and award-winning author Libby Gill guide leaders to inspire purpose, influence teams, and create impact. The former head of com. for Sony, Universal, and TBC, Libby was the “branding brain” behind the Dr. Phil Show

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  • $15,000 - $18,000
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  • Branding
  • Business
  • Change
  • Female Speakers
  • Innovation
  • Leadership
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Experience

  • Author
  • Communication
  • Executive Coaching
  • Leadership Consulting
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Career

  • 21 Years
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  • About

    Libby Gill knows change. She grew up on two continents and went to eight different schools before putting herself through college waiting tables. Starting her career as an assistant at Embassy Communications, a television company founded by the legendary producer Norman Lear, Libby went through three mergers and restructures and rose to become head of publicity, advertising and promotion for Sony’s worldwide television group in just five years.

    After a decade at Sony, Libby went on to lead public relations and corporate communications at media giants Universal and Turner Broadcasting. She exited the corporate world after nearly fifteen years in leadership roles to become a first-time entrepreneur in her forties, founding Libby Gill & Company, an executive coaching and leadership consulting firm.

    For the past 20 years, Libby has guided leaders to manage change by inspiring purpose, influencing teams, and creating impact. She shares the science-based concepts of hope theory to provide the future-focused vision and positive engagement individuals and organizations need to compete in today’s swiftly changing world. In her executive coaching, leadership consulting, and keynote presentations, Libby guides others to:

     Influence teams to manage change and challenge

     Inspire your top talent to reach their full potential

     Impact your organization by leaning into your Leadership Superpower

    Libby’s clients include Alo Yoga, Acura, ADP, Bank of America, Capital One, Disney, Edwards Lifesciences, Eurofins Laboratories, EY, Genentech, GoDaddy, Honda, Intel, Marriott International, Medtronic, Microsoft, United Healthcare, Vanguard, Viacom, Wells Fargo and many more.

    She has been featured on the CBS Early Show, CNN, NPR the Today Show and in the New York Times, Time Magazine, and the Wall Street Journal. The author of six books including the award-winning You Unstuck; Traveling Hopefully; Capture the Mindshare; The Hope-Driven Leader; and Leadership Reckoning with co-authors at Rice University.

    A former columnist for the Dallas Morning News, Libby has published book chapters and peer-reviewed articles for numerous journals and trade publications. Business leaders including Zappos.com CEO Tony Hsieh, Stephen M.R. Covey, Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, and Dr. Ken Blanchard have endorsed her work. 

    A frequent media guest, Libby has been featured on the CBS Early Show, CNN, Inside Edition, NPR, the Today Show, and in BusinessWeek, Good Housekeeping, O Magazine, Self, The New York Times, Time, Wall Street Journal, and many other media outlets.

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    Keynote OR Breakout | Educational | Inspirational | Motivational

    Executive coach, leadership expert, and award-winning author, Libby Gill delivers an inspiring message about leading collaboratively in times of change. The former head of communications for Sony, Universal, and Turner Broadcasting, Libby helps leaders (at all levels) link vision to action so they can deepen purpose and drive performance in their organization. She also shares concepts from the science of hopefulness, called Hope Theory, and describes hope’s role in creating a highly engaged workforce.

    Your group will receive relevant information and timely takeaways, including how to:

    • Learn the Five Factors for Optimal Change that leaders must master so they can reframe change as an opportunity for growth.
    • Tap into the personal Leadership Superpower that motivates you and others to thrive even in the most challenging times.
    • Take the Accountability Challenge and leave the event with a powerful call to action to help you persevere toward your goals.

    Keynote | Educational | Inspirational

    A powerful session for identifying and reframing fear as fuel for growth so that organizations can create cultures where team members are willing to take risks, make mistakes, and develop new strategies for the future.

    With an emphasis on linking beliefs to behaviors, Libby connects the dots between personal accountability and organizational success. She helps you understand why you might be getting in the way of your own success and what you can do to change that pattern forever. Your group will:

    • Learn the difference between Growth Mindset and Fixed Mindset to unlock risk-taking.
    • Discover 5 Reasons We Resist Change and how to overcome them.
    • Identify and overturn your personal and organizational excuse-making behavior – the Immediate Negative Response – and replace it with bold action.

    Keynote | Educational | Inspirational | Motivational

    With one of the most challenging periods in our lives (nearly) behind us, it’s time to reflect on the positive lessons learned as we forge our way into the future.

    And who better than women to lead the charge?

    Libby guides emerging and established female leaders through an inspirational process linking belief to behavior so they can create a path to personal and professional success—without burning themselves out in the process. Libby helps your audience discover a sense of hope, resilience, and connection despite challenging times.

    Libby’s customized, interactive presentation will give your group timely takeaways to:

    • Determine your Way Forward using Libby’s 3-step Clarify, Simplify, Execute model.
    • Tap into uniquely female strengths by identifying your Leadership Superpower.
    • Create a Lift as You Climb culture of connection and community.

    Breakout | Educational | Inspirational | Motivational

    Libby delivers a dynamic interactive presentation to help you get your message heard. The former head of communications for Sony, Universal, and Turner Broadcasting, Libby shares the latest research on confidence, helps you crack the code on your best-ever elevator speech and gives you some tips and tools for enhancing executive presence in both the live and virtual world. By increasing your credibility and visibility, you increase your opportunities and options.

    Breakout | Educational | Inspirational | Motivational

    A highly interactive session where Libby guides participants to situationally broaden their leadership skillset by learning four key leadership styles, identifying their default style, and mastering the ability to toggle among styles depending on the circumstances.

    Breakout | Educational | Inspirational | Motivational

    Libby delivers an inspiring message about the science of hopefulness, called hope theory, and its application to the workplace in challenging times. Sharing powerful stories, relevant case studies, and evidence-based strategies about the journey of change, she helps your organization reframe change as an opportunity.

    Her takeaways guide your group to:

    • Master results-based strategies based on Libby’s True Hope Process to “Clarify the Vision; Simplify the Pathway; Execute the Plan; and Review, Reflect, and Refine” for current and future success.
    • Identify the personal Leadership Superpower that helps you guide others to be adaptable and innovative.
    • Link beliefs (emotions) to behaviors (actions) to break down barriers and move yourself and your team past any obstacles in your path.

    Keynote OR Breakout | Educational | Inspirational

    Libby guides emerging and established women leaders through workplace challenges including career advancement; gender bias; visibility and exposure; connection-leveraging; and work/life balance. With intelligence and humor, she shares an inspirational blend of leadership strategies and hard-won secrets to success.

    Participants will discover how to:

    • Craft a Credibility Booster to strengthen the presence and build visibility.
    • Tap into uniquely female strengths by identifying your Leadership Superpower.
    • Learn the Art of Amplification to lift other women in your organization.
  • Testimonials
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    “Libby’s message of action and accountability was strong, impassioned and clear. Her interactive presentation struck a deep chord and really helped set the tone for our event.”

    Microsoft
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    “We’ve seen a lot of great speakers here at Disney, but Libby’s presentation was one of the most inspiring I’ve seen in a long time. After a very challenging year, our group was ready to get back to work, totally re-energized by her empowering We were totally re-energized by her empowering message.”

    Disney
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    “Libby’s presentation really helped me identify, and deal with, those ongoing issues that sometimes held me back.  Her techniques are sure to help you move ahead, and get on with your life and career.”

    Marriott Him H.
We’ve seen a lot of great speakers here at Disney, but Libby’s presentation was one of the most inspiring I’ve seen in a long time. After a very challenging year, our group was ready to get back to work, totally re-energized by her empowering We were totally re-energized by her empowering message.
Disney