“Jennifer stands out as one of the most professional, open, engaging and articulate speakers we have hosted.”
“Jennifer stands out as one of the most professional, open, engaging and articulate speakers we have hosted.”
Creating cultures of mattering through inspiring presentations
Jennifer is a highly-sought-after speaker and has appeared internationally at hundreds of organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, major conferences, K-12 schools, universities, non-profits, and community organizations.
Whether you are looking for a dynamic and impactful keynote, an intimate roundtable with your organization’s leadership, fireside chat and interactive Q&A with members of your community, Jennifer offers customized talks to fit your needs.
Jennifer offers both in-person and virtual options, and sample speaking topics include:
The Power of Mattering at Work: Unlocking Employee Engagement and Wellbeing
Your Brain on Mattering: A Powerful Protective Shield for Mental Health
Never Enough: Raising Healthy Achievers in a Hyper-Competitive World
Back to What Matters: Creating Cultures of Mattering in Our Homes, Neighborhoods, and Communities
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What people are saying…
“Jennifer brings the same insight, engagement, and empathy to her speaking as she does to her writing. She manages to articulate what so many of us are feeling and experiencing while introducing new (well-researched) information that will make you want to be a better parent. Her voice is important for everyone who cares about our next generation.”
— Harold Koplewicz, MD, President and Founder, Child Mind Institute
"Blackstone had the pleasure of hosting Jennifer Wallace for a company-wide fireside chat about achievement pressure. Jennifer's insightful perspective on this issue and its solution - mattering - and her ability to relay complex research in a useful and relatable way were impressive. She effortlessly and authentically engaged the audience, answering our questions with clarity and empathy. Not only is Jennifer a dynamic and compelling speaker, she was wonderful to work with and the feedback was exceptional. I strongly recommend her."
— A.J. Murphy, Chief Operating Officer, Blackstone Private Equity
“A deeply impactful presentation about the power of mattering at work. Jennifer is dynamic and skilled in her ability to blend personal insight and research. She left us with a strong understanding of why mattering is critical to employee well-being and clear steps to increase mattering at work and in our personal lives."
— Conley Rollins, CFO & CRO, Resy
"An incredibly affecting discussion on how schools and parents can combat - instead of contribute to - toxic achievement pressure. Jennifer detailed the problem with empathy and delivered a strong case for “mattering”—fostering healthy relationships to achievement by helping students feel needed and valued. A highly memorable - and impactful - presentation."
—Debra Wilson, President, National Association of Independent Schools
“Jennifer’s presentation was the most impactful and transformative hour of parent education I have had the honor of facilitating in my thirty years as an educator. Her honesty, insight, and practical strategies surrounding achievement culture and mattering have the potential to change our community in ways that foster the healthy development of our students. We are excited to continue the conversation Jennifer helped us to start with her practical wisdom and actionable advice.”
—Dr. Heather Caponi, Associate Head of School, The Ensworth School
“Jennifer is a phenomenal speaker who brings a breadth of knowledge and wisdom to share with her audience. Her ability to articulate and break down a wide variety of topics and expert research is a gift that she shares gracefully and widely. The key takeaways from her presentation are grounded with realistic, actionable items that any parent, family member or child can use with immediate effect. Thank you for making us all feel seen and showing us how we all matter regardless of our big and small achievements.”
—Megan Knight, Director of Development and Alumnae Relations, Academy of Saint Elizabeth, New Jersey
"Jennifer Wallace’s virtual presentation was met with enthusiastic praise. While our parents and faculty convened in person in our school auditorium, Jennifer joined us remotely via a large screen. This setup allowed for seamless integration of in-person discussions, leveraging the mattering movement framework from the parent toolkit.
Jennifer's remarkable ability to capture the audience's attention and sustain engagement throughout the event, despite the physical distance, truly distinguished her. One member of our community remarked, "I felt like she was speaking directly to me; it was akin to having a conversation in her living room!" Her insights, strategies, and fresh perspectives derived from her research provoked thought and offered actionable advice, particularly on the theme of "mattering."
Moreover, attendees commended Jennifer for her clarity and authenticity, expressing how inspired they felt to initiate positive changes in their personal lives and communities. Based on our experience, I wholeheartedly endorse Jennifer as a virtual speaker for any community or school. Her passionate advocacy for the significance and impact of mattering is not only inspiring but also transformative, benefiting not only our children but also all parents."
—Ellen Cartwright, Director of The Boys Lab, Fairfield Country Day School
“Jennifer's presentation brought invaluable insights and a positive approach to our audience of school superintendents and board members. At a time when educators, parents and students are exhausted by the hyper-competitive academic arms race, Jennifer's concept of "mattering" struck a responsive chord and refocused us on the real meaning of "success.”
–Betsy Ginsburg, Executive Director of the Garden State Coalition of Schools
"Jennifer Wallace was extremely engaging on so many levels and earned positive feedback from colleagues, parents, and our Head of School. One parent called Jennie the best speaker we have hosted during her time here. The content and themes were highly relevant and her delivery really resonated with people. She helped all of us who love and live/work with teens feel like WE really matter. Most importantly she provided us with tangible ideas, mindsets and actions that we can employ to support them to attain a healthier balance of striving and thriving."
–Libby Dalrymple Lakefield College School, Educator, Director, Advisor