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"Abby's presentation made every penny I have ever paid for my membership SO worth it!! "
Keynote Topics
Abagail's keynotes inspire audiences to embrace the power of connection, kindness, and purpose-driven action. Through engaging stories and thought-provoking insights, she challenges leaders to rethink how they approach communication, culture, and impact. Each keynote is crafted to spark transformation, leaving audiences motivated to create meaningful change in their organizations and communities.
Beyond the Screen: Creating Culture in Hybrid Workplaces
As remote work rises, employee engagement drops—only 34% feel connected. Abagail McKiernan explores how purposeful communication bridges this gap, creating a culture where employees feel valued and engaged. Through compelling stories and actionable strategies, she helps leaders build connection, strengthen teams, and transform remote workplaces into thriving communities.
The Language of Leadership: Communicate with Purpose
Words have power—but how often do they truly connect? Abagail dives into the art of impactful communication, exploring how intentional dialogue can strengthen teams, inspire purpose, and drive results. Through real-world examples and proven strategies, she demonstrates how connecting on a human level can transform organizations, bridging the gaps between individuals and sparking meaningful action.
The Ripple Effect: Small Acts Create Big Impact.
Kindness is more than a feel-good concept—it’s a radical force for change. In this inspiring keynote, Abagail explores how even the smallest acts of kindness can create ripples that transform teams, businesses, and entire communities. Through powerful stories and practical examples, she illustrates how kindness isn’t just an individual choice but a catalyst for collective growth and innovation, encouraging audiences to make kindness a core part of their mission.
"I am so excited to go back to the office and start trying some of these techniques to get my team more engaged!"
Abagail’s breakout sessions offer practical tools and actionable strategies for fostering connected, purpose-driven workplaces. Designed for hands-on learning, each session dives into key topics like empathetic communication, culture-building, and strategic giving. Attendees will walk away with frameworks and insights that they can immediately implement to strengthen team dynamics, boost engagement, and make a lasting impact.
Breakout Sessions
Creating Culture: Strategies for Engaged and Empowered Teams
Overview: This session explores how organizations can build a workplace culture rooted in kindness, driving both employee engagement and productivity. Abagail covers the impact of a kindness-centered culture on team morale and retention and provides tools for integrating empathy into everyday operations.
Key Takeaways:
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Practical strategies for fostering kindness and empathy in the workplace
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Tools to measure the impact of a kindness-based culture on employee engagement
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Steps to develop initiatives that strengthen team connection and belonging
Communication That Counts: Enhancing Connections in a Hybrid Workplace
Overview: In an increasingly hybrid and digital work environment, effective communication is more essential than ever. This session focuses on enhancing communication skills that build trust, promote alignment, and reduce misunderstandings across both in-person and virtual teams.
Key Takeaways:
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Techniques for clear, empathetic communication in hybrid settings
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Best practices for fostering inclusivity and openness in digital spaces
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Methods to identify and address common communication gaps to increase team cohesion
Philanthropy in Action: Aligning Corporate Giving with Business Goals
Overview: This session helps leaders align their corporate giving strategies with core business objectives, creating meaningful community impact while enhancing brand loyalty and employee engagement. Abagail provides a step-by-step framework for developing a purpose-driven giving program that benefits both the community and the company.
Key Takeaways:
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Frameworks for assessing community needs and aligning them with company values
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Steps to develop a giving program that employees can engage with and support
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Insights on measuring the ROI of purpose-driven giving for internal and external stakeholders
4 Part Series For Purchase
This four-part marketing series is designed to help businesses of all sizes attract more customers, build brand loyalty, and position themselves for long-term success. Each session provides actionable strategies, real-world examples, and practical tools to elevate marketing efforts—whether you're a small business preparing for peak season, a mid-sized company looking to strengthen brand loyalty, or a large organization focused on recruitment and retention. Available as a series of in-person presentations or a virtual course to implement at your convenience.
Perfect For:
✅ Entrepreneurs & small business owners
✅ Marketing professionals & business leaders
✅ HR teams & large companies looking to strengthen employer branding
✅ Chambers of Commerce looking for valuable programming for their members
Smart Marketing Strategies to Kickstart Your Best Year Yet
✅ Build your marketing strategy
✅ Learn how to align marketing efforts with business goals for measurable success.
✅ Create a simple yet effective content plan that engages and converts.
From Invisible to Irresistible: How to Stand Out in a Crowded Market
✅ Maximize social media advertising on a budget
✅ Utilize cause-based marketing to increase brand loyalty.
✅ Explore out-of-the-box marketing ideas and free tools to simplify your efforts.
From Seasonal to Sustainable: Brand Loyalty Beyond the Busy Season
✅ Convert seasonal customers into repeat buyers
✅ Learn storytelling to keep customers engaged.
✅ Leverage loyalty programs and email marketing to maintain brand visibility.
Employer Branding for Recruitment:
Attract & Retain Talent
✅ Market your company culture to attract top talent.
✅ Build an employee-focused brand that improves recruitment
& retention.
✅ Discover how corporate social responsibility enhances brand trust.