Terri Hanson Mead

I'm not your typical keynote speaker, and I don't give cookie-cutter presentations. Every audience is different, so I tailor my talks to reflect the unique challenges, goals, and experiences of the people in the room. Whether I'm speaking to women navigating midlife, leaders redefining success, or professionals considering what's next, my goal is the same: to challenge assumptions, expand what's possible, and give people practical tools they can use long after the event ends. My perspective comes from experience, not theory. I've spent more than 25 years leading technology initiatives, teach Navigating Midlife for Women through Stanford Continuing Studies, wrote Piloting Your Life, became a commercial helicopter pilot in my 40s, and continue to intentionally design my own life through writing, travel, and saying yes to opportunities that scare me just a little. I ask tough questions, tell honest stories, and don't take myself too seriously. If your audience wants polished corporate clichés, I'm probably not the right speaker. If they're looking for fresh ideas, thoughtful conversation, and a speaker who will challenge them to think differently about what's possible, I'd love to be part of your event.