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"Heather is such a talented speaker, I’d jump at the chance to hear her talk about anything."

- Sales Conference Attendee

Hi I’m Heather. I am an organizational psychologist, a creativity researcher, and a leadership development expert. I am the CEO and Founder of Hodges Group International, LLC, a leadership development agency which helps organizations increase revenue by building stronger leaders and empowering employee creativity and innovation. I specialize in helping organizations unleash the creativity of their people to drive innovation so your company can remain competitive and viable in a rapidly changing business landscape.

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  • "Heather’s down to earth presentation skills brought clarity to a topic that had always confused me. Her expertise in the topic was evident, not by fancy words or ambiguous phrases, but by real life experiences and obvious passion."

    Dan Boggs

    Board Certified Chaplain

  • "I have had the privilege of being in the audience for multiple presentations by Dr. Heather Hodges, and each time, I am captivated by her brilliance and eloquence. Dr. Hodges is not only extremely smart but also possesses an exceptional ability to communicate her ideas with clarity and grace. Her artistic talent, seamlessly woven into her presentations, adds a unique and powerful dimension that resonates deeply with audiences. Dr. Hodges' remarkable ability to bring together her diverse skills and insights creates an unforgettable and inspiring experience for all who have the privilege of hearing her speak."

    Jennifer Elliott, RN

    Executive Director, Heart of Georgia Hospice

  • "Dr. Hodges is one of the most impressive speakers that I have ever heard. She also gives encouraging feedback for those that are trying to improve their own speaking skills."

    Ingrid Foster

    COO, Care First Home Health

  • "I have had the privilege to attend Dr. Heather Hodges’ presentations over the last few years. Her enthusiasm and passion for her content is palpable to the audience and captivates the attendees. Dr. Hodges possesses an immense intelligence to the ever changing needs of home health and hospice. She understands the challenges of this industry and brings real actionable opportunities to improve culture and leadership. She is amazing in the excitement of her presentations and disarms her audience as she ties in her artistic expression with her art work. Dr. Hodges’ presentations impart lasting changes both professionally and personally for those who have the privilege to attend."

    Rachel Trombley Meyer, MSN RN COS-C

    Director of Clinical Operations, Medalogix

  • "I've been in the audience when Dr Hodges has spoken multiple times and she has a remarkable gift for teaching. Her messages stick with the audience members and impact their paradigm!"

    Lindsey Charon

    Course Facilitator, Emerson College

  • "I heard Dr. Hodges speak once at a Las Vegas conference and it was one of the most impactful presentations I have experienced! She has a true gift to convey her message while captivating the audience. I would highly recommend Dr. Hodges for any corporate engagement event."

    Mindy Curtis, PT, DPT, MHA

    Clinical Liason, Baylor Scott & White

  • "I have had the pleasure of being in the audience a couple of a when Heather spoke. I always walked away with a better grasp of my leadership style and capability! Many wise words and takes on leadership and styles that I still use today!"

    Chandra Sevenstar

    Vice President, Mays Plus, Inc.

  • "When Heather combines her artistic talents with her development presentations - there is not a person in the room that is not engaged. You find yourself on a journey and you want more - more insights, more ideas and more opportunities to learn. When Heather leads small group classes - she challenges attendees, she pushes people out of their comfort zones. Heather is skilled in balancing being a tough critic and an avid supporter - with the goal of always helping people grow."

    Brooke Erickson-Mignogna

    Director, Sales & Community Partnerships, Careforth

  • Heather is BY FAR my favorite speaker to sit under. She is inspiring, encouraging, motivating.. AND she has always kept ME engaged (which says a lot for itself) I’ve sat through many classes and speaking events.. and she's #1 for me.

    Brandy Arnold

    Branch Director, Enhabit Home Health & Hospice

Heather’s 2024 Keynote Topics

  • ReThink: Unleash Your Creative Imagination

    An inspiring new keynote, with a speed painting, that inspires leaders and teams to break free from the fear of failure and to cultivate a culture of innovation by embracing bold creativity. It emphasizes the power of asking "What if?" and the importance of viewing setbacks as stepping stones to success to empower and drive change and propel your organizations forward.

  • Leadership is a Team Sport

    A keynote, with a speed painting, that emphasizes the crucial role of teamwork in leadership. Effective leaders empower their team members and create a culture of trust where continuous improvement and feedback will lead to collective achievement and success.

  • Leadership: A Hero's Journey

    A transformative keynote, with a speed painting, that maps the path to leadership excellence using Joseph Campbell's hero's journey framework, encouraging leaders to embrace challenges, seek mentorship, and lead with empathy to drive personal growth and team success.

  • LEGO®️ Serious Play

    In this highly interactive keynote, attendees are introduced to the transformative power of using Lego bricks as a tool for creative problem-solving, learning to harness the potential of thinking with their hands and listening with their eyes to approach real-world challenges with fresh, innovative perspectives. This is a hands-on experience.

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