Annella’s Speaking Presentations

As a speaker, Annella’s previous forty-year career in the financial industry gave her a wide range of experience in Sales Leadership, Business Development, Strategic Business Planning, Process Improvement, Customer Service, Client/Public Relations, Revenue Growth/Expense Control, Talent Management, Training and Development, and Performance Management. She was recognized as a collaborative leader skilled at inspiring teams to achieve aggressive goals and objectives. Annella shares her experience from her business and entrepreneurial careers. Her stories empower individuals to reflect on their fear and tap into their power. When you book one of Annella’s keynote presentations, you can count on a highly engaging experience.

Becoming the Voice in the Room

We are all living in an interesting time as it relates to work and business. We repeatedly hear that relationships are critical to advancement. In most organizations, many feel that they are seen only as a number and not as a contributing individual.

In “Become the Voice in the Room,” Annella Metoyer shares her fresh perspective on work, advancement, and leadership empowering YOU to become the voice in the room. She takes you along on a journey tapping into the experiences and life lessons that she learned on her way to becoming the City President for a large corporate bank in Houston, Texas.

To “Become the Voice in the Room,” it takes awareness to know and develop your core competencies, to demonstrate them in your actions, and to have the courage to share your strengths and passions with the influencers (your board of directors) in your organization. You will learn how to tap into your unique power source that is needed to be recognized and rewarded in your organization.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
  • Comprehending the concept of “Becoming the Voice in the Room”

  • Discover your strengths

  • Determining your board of directors

  • Learn the steps to forward feed

  • Grow confidence in speaking up

We are all living in an interesting time as it relates to work and business. We repeatedly hear that relationships are critical to advancement. In most organizations, many feel that they are seen only as a number and not as a contributing individual.

In “Become the Voice in the Room,” Annella Metoyer shares her fresh perspective on work, advancement, and leadership empowering YOU to become the voice in the room. She takes you along on a journey tapping into the experiences and life lessons that she learned on her way to becoming the City President for a large corporate bank in Houston, Texas.

To “Become the Voice in the Room,” it takes awareness to know and develop your core competencies, to demonstrate them in your actions, and to have the courage to share your strengths and passions with the influencers (your board of directors) in your organization. You will learn how to tap into your unique power source that is needed to be recognized and rewarded in your organization.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
  • Comprehending the concept of “Becoming the Voice in the Room”

  • Discover your strengths

  • Determining your board of directors

  • Learn the steps to forward feed

  • Grow confidence in speaking up

“Annella’s message on overcoming fear and adversity is as powerful as it is empowering. She transforms the energy in the room. The personal stories she shares and the advice on tapping into your power source will help anyone struggling move forward with more courage. I loved Annella’s talk and know that those lucky enough to hear her will find it inspiring too! Bring her on as your next speaker and your audience will thank you.”

Andrea B. Cadelli, MFA, Storytelling Consultant and Trainer

“If you want your people to be feeling good and making positive changes for weeks and months and years after, then Annella Metoyer is your simple choice. She truly is someone who motivates your people to stop, think, analyze, and change. She leaves an incredibly uplifting impact on her audiences. Your people will truly thank you for bringing Annella into their lives. If you want a real catalyst for lasting, positive change, Annella is your resource!”

Paul Pettie, Director of Marketing and Public Relations for a Major Hospital System

“If you are looking for an authentic, experienced speaker who connects with audiences, Annella is the speaker for you and your organization. She speaks on real topics that resonate with audiences from the topics of fear to change, and how to be the voice in the room that makes a difference. I always look forward to hearing Annella speak because she has truly walked the path and wants to help others in the process.”

Dr. Kim Nugent, Dr. Nugent Speaks | Innovation Leadership Coach

Feminine Fear

LEARNING OUTCOMES
  • Understanding the concept of Feminine Fear

  • Examining the causes of fear

  • Gaining insights into your Power Source

  • Recognizing the levels of power

  • Becoming the Power Source for others

Is fear limiting your success? If you are not sure of your answer, you are not alone. FEAR is one of those words women try to avoid! Many women reject the possibility that FEAR plays a part in their career and success. Some prefer to blame their anxieties and depression on stress … not fear. You have to be brave to admit fear.

In her keynote presentation “Feminine Fear,” Annella Metoyer addresses that FEAR is real, and it is fear that keeps us from stepping out and taking risks. Fear limits each of us and sabotages our success. Annella openly shares her experiences and insights on her personal encounters with fear. She encourages women to take the risk and build on their own power source.

Is fear limiting your success? If you are not sure of your answer, you are not alone. FEAR is one of those words women try to avoid! Many women reject the possibility that FEAR plays a part in their career and success. Some prefer to blame their anxieties and depression on stress … not fear. You have to be brave to admit fear.

In her keynote presentation “Feminine Fear,” Annella Metoyer addresses that FEAR is real, and it is fear that keeps us from stepping out and taking risks. Fear limits each of us and sabotages our success. Annella openly shares her experiences and insights on her personal encounters with fear. She encourages women to take the risk and build on their own power source.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
  • Understanding the concept of Feminine Fear

  • Examining the causes of fear

  • Gaining insights into your Power Source

  • Recognizing the levels of power

  • Becoming the Power Source for others

Dare to Be the Change

If You Don’t, Who Will?

“If you don’t, who will?” These five simple words formed a strong foundation throughout Annella Metoyer’s life and are the cornerstone in all of her keynotes and presentations. As a woman and a person of color, Annella faced adversities in the workplace and beyond. Today, she shares her journey from her first job of stamping addresses on envelopes to becoming the City President for a large corporate bank. Throughout her presentation, you will be inspired and motivated to “open the door for others.” Annella brings her amazing stories of Leadership, Diversity, Change, and Triumph to the stage.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
  • Understanding your role as a leader: no matter what your position—you are a leader. Your actions impact everyone around you. This presentation will give you insight on how important you are to the growth of the organization.
  • Gain insight into how to face an adverse situation and make it your advantage.
  • Discover your strengths when faced with a challenge.
  • Explore your power sources.
  • Creating a culture of open communication—change starts with taking a step forward. This presentation discusses how to take steps toward creating a feedback culture.

Dare to be the Change

In Dare to be the Change, Annella Metoyer courageously shares the details of her life’s challenges, her family’s dedication to positive change as well as offers hope for readers through her struggles and accomplishments. Starting with the integration of her small town public school, she encounters a life-changing experience that sets her on a path of “being the change.”

Dare to be the Change | Annella Metoyer