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Pi-Isis S. Ankhra

TALKS & WORKSHOPS
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SPEAKING
Pi-Isis S. Ankhra

TALKS & WORKSHOPS
THAT BUILD BRIDGES BETWEEN PEOPLE & IDEAS

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Transformative Talks That Resonate and Inspire

As a seasoned speaker and catalyst for change, Pi-Isis S. Ankhra delivers captivating workshops and keynote speeches that challenge conventional thinking and inspire actionable change. Discover how her unique blend of authenticity, intellect, and purpose can energize your team and drive meaningful progress in your organization.

Pi-Isis opens the aperture to a world of potential, freeing people from the constraints of “what is” to explore “what could be.”

Experience deeply transformative talks that energize, empower, and catalyze meaningful change across all facets of business and society.

These insights inspire action at every level, from individual growth to systemic transformation.

Systemic addiction

Systemic

Addiction

In this revealing talk, I share my journey from achievement addiction to self-discovery, illustrating how we often numb ourselves to life’s inequities. Through powerful storytelling, I bring complex social issues to life, bridging the gap between statistics and lived experiences. My narrative challenges audiences to awaken to internalized barriers, reimagine success on their own terms, and create authentic impact. This is an invitation to expand our consciousness and redesign our lives, aligning our actions with our true intentions.

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SPEAKING TOPICS THAT

Build Bridges and Break Barriers

Lead through change

Lead Through Change

MASTERING ADAPTIVE LEADERSHIP

How can leaders cultivate resilience and authenticity to navigate uncertainty and inspire transformative change? Explore dynamic strategies for resilience and effectiveness in leadership during times of uncertainty. Navigate the complexities of modern leadership with cutting-edge strategies for agility and authenticity. Gain practical tools to cultivate a resilient culture that turns uncertainty into opportunity, driving both personal and organizational growth.

How can we forge alliances that dismantle systemic barriers and amplify the unique strengths of every community member? Delve into transformative strategies for building an equitable organizational ecosystem where diversity isn’t just welcomed, but actively cultivated. This talk provides actionable insights on identifying hidden biases, reimagining inclusive practices, and fostering an environment where every voice is heard and valued. Learn how to create a culture of belonging that not only embraces differences but leverages them as catalysts for innovation and collective success.

Cultivating Equity

BUILDING INCLUSIVE CULTURES
humanizing the hustle

Humanizing the Hustle

CREATING COMPASSIONATE WORKPLACES

How can we shift from hustle culture to a work paradigm that aligns personal values, well-being, and collective goals in our ever-changing world? Explore how to cultivate an organizational culture that harmonizes individual values with collective goals, moving beyond hustle culture. This talk unveils strategies for creating a workplace ecosystem where diversity thrives, well-being is prioritized, and each person’s unique contributions are amplified. Learn to foster an environment of authentic engagement, sustainable growth, and shared success.

How can we harness the power of intersectionality to create truly inclusive and dynamic communities and organizations? Gain insights into the complexities of identity and learn strategies to embrace and celebrate diverse backgrounds within your team and organization.

intersectionality

Authentic Identity

EMBRACING INTERSECTIONALITY IN LEADERSHIP
remote teams

Thriving Remotely

MANAGING DISTRIBUTED TEAMS EFFECTIVELY

How can we build genuine connections and foster a thriving culture in a world where our teams are spread across screens and time zones? Unpack the human side of managing distributed teams and discover practical ways to bridge digital divides, nurture inclusive collaboration, and create a sense of belonging – no matter where your team members call home. Leave with actionable strategies to transform geographical challenges into opportunities for richer, more diverse teamwork.

How can we weave purpose into the fabric of our business to create meaningful impact and sustainable growth? Discover practical ways to infuse social good into your business DNA, fostering a culture where success is measured not just in dollars, but in lives touched. Learn how aligning your company’s mission with broader societal needs can ignite employee passion, deepen customer connections, and drive innovation – all while building a more resilient and profitable enterprise.

Profit and purpose

Impact-Driven Business

ALIGNING PROFIT AND PURPOSE
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“A multi-hyphenate catalyst for authentic connection and change”

Her genuine warmth and spiritual energy create an instant sense of familiarity and trust. As an artist, strategist, orator, and producer, she seamlessly bridges people and ideas, inspiring those around her to embrace their humanity in an often artificial world. Her vast experience in creative strategy, alliance-building, and fundraising makes her an invaluable partner in community-focused work.

She’s an excellent orator that commands attention because she’s so uniquely and unapologetically herself.

Karim Lateef 
Global Brand + Marketing Strategist 
Founder, Sound Mind Theory

“A humanitarian visionary with deep roots and soaring ambitions."

Pi-Isis Ankhra is a rare blend of grounded wisdom and creative brilliance. Fiercely independent and consistently selfless, she brings her refined artistic sensibilities and humanitarian values to every endeavor. Pi-Isis’s work, deeply influenced by her education and family background, focuses on empowering Black and Brown communities through creative expression and strategic action.

Pi-Isis embodies quiet power, weaving together her vast expertise to create transformative change. Her legacy is one of successful entrepreneurship and unwavering commitment to human potential.

Dawn Moore
First Lady of the State of Maryland

“A transformative force for organizational renewal and personal growth”

Pi-Isis Ankhra brings a fresh perspective to organizations, uncovering hidden potential and charting paths to new possibilities. With a rare combination of intelligence, humor, and sincerity, she puts clients at ease while tackling seemingly insurmountable challenges. Her ability to build confidence and provide clarity of thought enables leaders and organizations to identify specific goals and create actionable plans to achieve them.

Whenever I talk to an organizational leader who seeks transformative change in their organization, I suggest they contact Pi-Isis.

Leslie Fields-Cruz
Executive Director, Black Public Media 
Artistic Director New Era Creative Space 
President, New York Women in Film and Television Board of Directors

“She is… Commanding. Insightful. Entrepreneurial. Focused. Funny. Powerful. Resilient. Self-actualized. Spiritual.”

Pi-Isis brings both insight and joy to both work and life. She provides clear-eyed counsel, a new perspective of the world and our environment. She has the ability to distill complex ideas and organizational systems. brings a new way to tackle problems and ideas on how to grow and change both personally and professionally.

“But her storytelling.. that is what is most compelling, eye-opening and resonates with so many.. it sticks!

Alix Burns
Political and Public Affairs Strategist
President, BBStrat

“Pi-Isis has magnificent vision. Her superpower is to bring the micro and the macro - the seen and the unseen - together.”

She effortlessly elevates people around her to see beyond the limitations of their current circumstances and gain awareness of what’s truly possible for themselves, their work, and their lives.

She disarms the guarded, tends to the concerned, excites the jaded, empowers the fearful, and weaves together possibilities in ways that people have never dreamed of, leaving them inspired and empowered to move out of fear and into action.

Brian Evans
Executive & Leadership Coach

“Pi-Isis is a visionary leader with a profound ability to see possibilities where others don’t.”

She’s an activist at heart who excels at translating ideas into action. She cares deeply about people and social issues, and is dedicated to making sure there’s good in the world. She is one of our greatest philanthropic minds at the intersection of philanthropy, social causes, and storytelling.

I would never have been able to stand where I’m standing with the level of confidence and clarity I have without her and the leadership skills that she poured into me over the last 10 years of our work together. I am deeply appreciative of her mentorship. She has significantly impacted my life and work.

Michon Lartigue
SVP of Institutional Advancement, The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

“Pi-Isis captivates audiences with her deeply insightful perspectives, leaving them empowered and uplifted.”

With extensive experience in multiple arenas, her unique lens and authentic, intersectional voice will move your thinking and work forward on complex social issues in unexpected ways.

I wholeheartedly recommend her to any leadership team that wants to meaningfully engage its stakeholders, advance its equity and justice goals, and blaze new trails.

Sandi Haynes
Executive Search Consultant

“Pi-Isis has always been a light, a leader and an inventor. She has a natural way about her to encourage and inspire us.”

The greatest value she brings to my business, creativity and life starts with the way she really listens. The way she asks very insightful questions that mostly lead you to your own answers, but she also offers possibilities to consider. It’s never “telling”, it’s more about invitation. The “river” is also about her deep curiosity around our humanity. And…..she is wicked funny.

“She is a deep river with many layers, entrepreneur, coach, artist..and she lets you discover them over time.

Thomas O’Brien
Architect, Musician, Philanthropist

“Pi-Isis is a force of nature, a layered soul of creative genius, and a pioneer.”

I have watched her evolve a narrative about the placement and role humanity plays in business, which in turn has become the very fabric and center of her work. I will say when we first met, there was not a strong appetite (in the world at large) for this perspective because hustle culture was in full effect. But she is a pioneer, one of the few who can feel the trends in her body. She has an ability to see what life could be like and then shows up courageously, inviting others into the vision.

She is a curator and cultivator of great souls.

Sonya Denyse
Founder, Dream Development