SPEAKING
“I’m here to teach you how to think, not what to think.”
Dr. Zelana Montminy tailors her captivating presentations to ignite audiences of all backgrounds. Whether it's a room of academics seeking the latest research, a group of parents and children navigating mental well-being, or CEOs focused on optimizing team performance, Dr. Montminy delivers a science-backed message of resilience, realistic positivity, and practical tools to conquer distraction and cultivate unwavering focus. Her engaging style and approachable demeanor ensure everyone walks away empowered to thrive in today's demanding world.
TOPICS
— The Attention Crisis: Reclaiming Your Focus in the Age of Distraction
— Beyond Happiness: Forging Unbreakable Resilience for Sustainable Success
— Burnout Breakthrough: Building Resilience and Restoring Passion in a High-Demand World
— From Overwhelmed to Optimized: How to Conquer Stress & Unleash Your Full Potential
— Mental Agility: From Reactive to Responsive - Mastering Your Mind for Peak Potential
CORPORATE SPECIFIC
— Future-Proofing Your Company Culture: Strategies for Engaging and Retaining Talent Across Generations
— From Quiet Quitting to Quiet Contribution: Redefining Engagement in a Multigenerational World
— Building a Workplace Where Everyone Thrives: Meeting the Needs of Today's Multigenerational Workforce
— Focus 3.0: Redefining Leadership in a Culture of Distraction
CHILDREN/FAMILIES
— Raising Tomorrow's Leaders: Building Resilience & Focus in Your Children
— Teen Resilience: The Never-Too-Late Approach to Building Strength
— The Thriving Family Formula: Unlocking Resilience & Focus for Generational Prosperity
For all speaking engagements, please contact Crista Spadafore at CAA.
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TESTIMONIALS
“Dr. Zelana Montminy is magnetic, poised, and full of insight. It was a pleasure to welcome her to the Pepperdine Graduate School of Education and Psychology to present to our students, alumni, faculty, donors and community partners. She expertly tackled coupling research with the realities of life and expounding on tools and mindsets to practice and work towards our best self. I’m thrilled she is now a partner with our school. ”
“Dr. Zelana Montminy’s building resilience presentation was insightful, engaging and tailored specifically for our company, so much so that it resonated well with our large, diverse group. Dr. Zelana is a refreshing change to traditional speakers. Her talk truly brought food for thought with actionable takeaways to help enrich our personal and professional lives. Dr. Zelana even took time to individually greet and also personalize her 21 Days to Resilience book for all those in attendance. Her presentation continues to be a much talked about event which is proof of the positive lasting impression she brought to the HMSHost team. Thank you, Dr. Zelana.”
“Dr. Montminy spoke on resiliency at a virtual event organized for OECD staff via ZOOM. Resiliency seems to be the word of the year but unlike many who claim to be experts on the topic, Dr. Montminy anchors her expertise in a solid background of scientific rigor. Her presentation brought to mind the renown Yale University course, The Science of Well-being. Like Dr.Santos, the course professor, Dr. Montminy provides the scientific evidence and research references, and then gives an interpretation of how the results can be applied in real life. During the Q&A, Dr. Montminy conveyed genuine empathy, warmth and understanding underpinned by a much-needed pragmatism and recognition of the importance of boundaries. Dr. Montminy’s session with us was refreshing and far too short.”
“Evert parent needs a Dr. Zelana in their lives. Her focus on how adult behavior impacts child resilience is powerful. Her honest and direct approach make you feel like you’re talking to an old friend who is not afraid to tell you the truth. Steeped in research and years of experience, Dr. Zelana might not tell you what you want to hear, but she will tell you what you need to hear. If you are a parent, educator or anyone who works with kids, find a way to get in front of her!”
“Dr. Zelana is an insightful speaker who will challenge your assumptions on happiness and offer actionable steps on how to become more resilient. She is passionate, professional, and genuine not only in her presentation style, but in her interactions with individuals. Her approach to boosting well-being through resilience is powerful and much-needed in our modern world.”
“Dr. Zelana’s presentation was fabulous! It was the perfect combination of humor, education, entertainment and enlightenment. She left us all wanting to hear more (was that really an hour!?), which is why the books were completely sold out within the first 20 min! She is like the brutally honest best friend we all want, but with the credibility and expertise to back everything up.”
“Dr. Zelana Montminy’s reveals that life does not have to be in search of the ever elusive pursuit of happiness, instead understanding resilience is the key to unlocking all it takes to lead a life of purpose and contentment. She packs a punch in her tool kit book “21 Days to Resilience ” and gives a profound talk that not only is enlightening but full of hope and useful tips on how to achieve a resilient life. I would highly recommend her for any type of program that strives for enriched content and practical take home value.”
“Dr. Zelana Montminy is without a doubt one of the smartest people that I’ve ever worked with. She is at the leading edge of positive psychology. Her ability to translate and communicate complex concepts into user-friendly and applicable knowledge is one of her biggest assets. Now she shares her incredible insights and expertise on positive change in 21 Days to Resilience. She’s captured the secrets underlying human behavior. This book is a must-read for anyone looking not just for change but also spiritual uplift and sustainable transformation! Her book is incredibly important and critically timely.”
“Dr. Zelana Montminy is amongst the very best in this field. What I love about Dr. Z’s approach in 21 Days to Resilience is how comprehensive, pragmatic and actionable it is. If you want to build your resilience muscles, these daily workouts are just what the doctor ordered. You’ll be amazed how effortless life will feel as a result.”
“I was thrilled to learn that Dr. Zelana Montminy is writing a book… I have no doubt that she will build a broad community and promote an important dialogue that needs to be unleashed, understood and celebrated.”
“It was so refreshing working with Dr. Zelana Montminy on developing a Health and Happiness program which she flawlessly delivered during an annual Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) Regional Leadership Conference. Her knowledge, passion, and creativity allowed us to take it one step further – we served foods during breakfast and breaks that support Dr. Montminy’s research. It was a great experience for all participants.”
“I was thrilled when Dr. Zelana was available to take a quick break from her 21 Days to Resilience” book tour to speak at our all women’s YPO Event in Santa Monica this month. She shared brilliant insights in to the pressures of our “high expectation lifes”; of today with solid and scientific backed research that gave us understanding on how resilience is a key component to being “happy”. She fills the room with her positive message!”