Sairan Aqrawi

Turning Technical Expertise into Leadership Power Most engineers are promoted for technical skill — but overlooked for leadership. This talk teaches women in tech how to communicate with influence, build executive presence, and become trusted decision-makers. Audience learns how to: • Speak with confidence in high stakes rooms. • Translate technical ideas into business impact. • Increase visibility and credibility. • Lead without waiting for permission. Perfect for: Women in Tech, STEM conferences, corporate leadership programs

Designing a Career That Aligns with Who You Truly Are A degree builds a career — but purpose builds impact. Sairan shares how to align strengths, passion, and strategy to create meaningful work, pivot careers, or launch a business. Audience learns how to: • Identify their unique value beyond their job title. • Navigate career transitions without starting over. • Build confidence during change. • Turn skills into new opportunities or ventures. Perfect for: Career growth events, midlife reinvention, professional development

Resilience, Reinvention, and the Courage to Start From Zero From Iraq to the U.S. with $300 and a suitcase, Sairan’s story is a powerful lesson in grit, adaptability, and self-leadership. This keynote inspires audiences to stop waiting for perfect conditions and start building anyway. Audience learns how to: • Develop resilience under pressure. • Lead through uncertainty. • Transform setbacks into opportunities. • Take bold action despite fear. Perfect for: Diversity & inclusion, leadership, global audiences