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  • About Amy C. Waninger

    Inclusive Leadership Expert

    "Inclusive leaders can be anywhere—and should be everywhere."

    That’s the foundation of Amy C. Waninger’s work as a keynote speaker, author, and CEO of Lead at Any Level®.

A Speaker Trusted by Global Brands

Amy is a dynamic keynote speaker and facilitator known for her clarity, humor, and impact. She has worked with clients and audiences on all seven continents (including Antarctica!) to develop leaders who can navigate complexity and connect across difference.


Expertise in:

  • Inclusive leadership development
  • Change readiness and resilience
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Strengths-based team building


Her programs are data-driven, practical, and memorable—earning top marks from thousands of participants and dozens of event organizers.

Amy C. Waninger stands inside a hula hoop

Career Highlights

Amy C. Waninger is the author of seven books on inclusive leadership. Her work has been quoted in newspapers from Baltimore to Singapore and featured in magazines from Baton Rouge to Bangalore. 


Amy holds numerous professional designations. She’s been named a Top 100 HR Influencer globally, five years in a row, and has served clients and audiences on all seven continents, including Antarctica! Her other credentials include two degrees from Indiana University and a “World’s Best Mom” coffee mug.

Books Authored

Network Beyond Bias

Network Beyond Bias Companion Workbook


Network Like a CHAMP Journal


Moving from Panic to Purpose


Moving from Panic to Purpose Companion Workbook


Hire Beyond Bias


Surviving the Labor Crisis

Credentials

  • Certified Virtual Presenter
  • Certified Diversity Executive (CDE)
  • Certified Diversity Professional (CDP)
  • Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach
  • Prosci-Certified Change Practitioner
  • Certified Emotional Intelligence (EIQ) Practitioner
  • Certified DISC Practitioner
  • Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) Qualified Administrator
  • Spectra Diversity Change Partner

Amy's Mission

Amy founded Lead at Any Level® to disrupt the status quo of leadership. She believes that true inclusion starts from within organizations—not from a checklist, but from an intentional culture shift. Her work empowers professionals at all levels to lead with confidence, connection, and courage.

Why Work with Amy?

✔️ Professional, polished, and easy to work with
✔️ Deep expertise with a personal touch
✔️ Fully customizable programs backed by real results
✔️ Consistently high ratings from audiences and clients alike

Learn More or Book Amy

If you’re looking for a speaker who combines data, empathy, and practical solutions, let’s talk.