Leia Baez
Leia Baez has become one of the most prominent voices in personal transformation, self-leadership, and purposeful living. She blends heartfelt storytelling with practical tools that help people challenge old assumptions, recognize their inner strength, and shift into a more intentional way of leading and living. As an award-winning author and former journalist, Leia knows how to craft narratives that land with clarity, truth, and emotional impact. Her delivery is high-energy and deeply human, anchored in the experiences that shaped her and the lessons she now passes on to audiences across the country.
Book Leia Baez for your event
Event planners often turn to Leia when they need a speaker who can move an audience from passive listening to real internal change. Her keynotes give people a renewed sense of direction, the courage to make better decisions, and the clarity to confront the habits or patterns holding them back. Leia’s message resonates in workplaces, conferences, leadership retreats, and community events because she addresses what people rarely say out loud, self-doubt, fear of failure, and the pressure to appear strong even when life feels overwhelming. Her ability to speak honestly about her own journey builds immediate trust and creates a space where audiences feel safe enough to reflect and ready enough to grow.
A journey that strengthens leadership
Leia’s story of overcoming alcoholism and celebrating sobriety since November 7, 2019, is woven into her work with intention and care. She does not present her past as a limitation, but as evidence of what transformation truly looks like. Through her lived experience, she shows that personal change is deeply connected to professional effectiveness. Leaders who understand their own patterns lead with more empathy. Teams that encourage honesty create stronger cultures. Individuals who learn to trust themselves make choices that support long-term success. Leia guides audiences through these connections with clarity, offering practical insights that help them build confidence and healthier decision-making habits.
The power of storytelling
At the core of Leia’s impact is her belief that everyone has a story capable of changing a life. Her years in journalism sharpened her ability to uncover truth, communicate with precision, and bring meaning to complex experiences. In her keynote sessions, she uses this talent to transform personal moments into universal lessons. Her stories are raw, direct, and often emotional, but they always point to growth, possibility, and the importance of owning one’s voice. Leia encourages audiences to explore their narratives without shame and with a willingness to let their experiences become a driving force rather than a setback.
Inspiring audiences nationwide
Leia’s message first gained national attention when her viral speech reached more than six million people. The reach of that moment reflects the honesty and power behind her words, but it is her continued connection with audiences that defines her influence. Whether speaking to corporate teams, educators, leaders, or individuals seeking personal clarity, Leia brings the same level of energy and purpose. She leaves people with tools they can use immediately, ways to break unhealthy cycles, approaches to decision-making that prioritize integrity, and methods for building confidence from the inside out.
Booking Leia Baez means bringing a speaker who understands the complexity of real change and delivers motivation grounded in experience. Her presence on stage encourages people to think differently, act boldly, and step into their potential with conviction. Her work reminds audiences that transformation is possible, confidence can be learned, and every person has a story that deserves to be heard and used.
