Nim Stant
NIM STANT / SPEAKING & KEYNOTES
01 / THE ART OF CONNECTION

Some Conversations Change the Way We See the World.

I believe the most meaningful moments on stage happen when a story reaches someone who needed to hear it.

Through storytelling, leadership, and the lessons I've learned as an author and entrepreneur, I bring conversations that challenge perspectives, inspire action, and remind audiences of what's possible.

My style is warm, honest, a little unexpected, and always human. I want people to feel seen - and to leave with something they can use long after the applause ends.

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NIM STANT / THE HUMAN SIDE OF THE STAGE
02 / WHAT I BELIEVE ABOUT THE STAGE

The best talks don't end when the speaker leaves the stage.

I've sat in audiences where the lights came up and I knew the conversation would stay with me. Not because someone spoke the loudest. Because something they said helped me see my life differently.

That's the kind of experience I hope to create.

When I speak, I bring more than a polished presentation. I bring the perspective of an immigrant from Thailand, a mother, a bestselling author, and a woman who has spent years building companies and opportunities around meaningful stories.

I also bring the lessons I am still learning. The decisions that worked. The ones that didn't. The courage it takes to change direction. The discipline to begin again.

I want an audience to leave feeling more capable of writing its next chapter.
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03 / MORE THAN A MOMENT OF MOTIVATION

Clarity. Courage. Something to carry forward.

Inspiration matters. But I also believe people deserve to leave an event with a useful idea, a question worth asking, or a next step they can take in their own lives.

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Clarity

A clearer perspective

See how the stories we tell about ourselves influence what we attempt, communicate, and create.

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Courage

The courage to begin

Recognize that growth often starts before we feel fully ready.

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Next Step

A more thoughtful way forward

Leave with practical reflections on communication, positioning, leadership, or what comes next after a book - depending on the keynote.

No two rooms are the same. Every engagement should honor the people who will be in it.

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05 / AUTHORITY ยท IDENTITY ยท VISIBILITY

From Invisible to Influential

Your work can be extraordinary and still remain undiscovered. That doesn't have to be the end of the story.

I've met brilliant authors, founders, and professionals who have spent years developing their craft but struggle to explain what makes their work matter to the people who need it.

This keynote explores the journey from having something valuable to say to being recognized as a trusted voice. We look at what creates real authority: clarity of message, visible proof, meaningful relationships, and consistency over time.

The goal isn't to become the loudest person in the room. It's to become someone people know why to listen to.

AUDIENCE TAKEAWAYS

A clearer statement of what they want to be known for; an understanding of how credibility is built; and practical ways to make their work easier for others to find.

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Author conferences, entrepreneur summits, industry associations, and leadership communities.

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06 / AUTHORSHIP ยท OPPORTUNITY ยท IMPACT

Your Book Is Only the Beginning

Publishing a book is an extraordinary achievement. It can also be the beginning of something much bigger.

As an author and the founder behind platforms for literary recognition, reader connection, media, and author education, I've seen how a book can create conversations that extend far beyond its pages.

This keynote invites authors to look beyond the launch and consider what their story might make possible: relationships, a community, speaking, media, or a business built around valuable knowledge.

It is not about telling every author to follow the same formula. It is about helping each author recognize the doors their work might open.

AUDIENCE TAKEAWAYS

A broader view of authorship, a way to identify fitting opportunities, and the confidence to choose a next chapter that aligns with their goals.

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Literary festivals, author communities, publisher gatherings, writing conferences, and book-industry events.

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07 / COMMUNICATION ยท TRUST ยท LEADERSHIP

Say Less. Lead More.

The strongest voice in the room isn't always the one doing the most talking.

In business and leadership, pressure can make us talk too much, defend ourselves too quickly, and miss what is actually happening in a conversation.

Built around the ideas of my newest book, Say Less, this talk explores how preparation, thoughtful questions, real listening, and the confidence to pause can change the way we connect and lead.

Influence isn't simply about finding more words. Sometimes it's about making more room for understanding.

AUDIENCE TAKEAWAYS

A practical framework for approaching important conversations, replacing apologetic language, listening with intention, and communicating value with greater confidence.

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Corporate leadership groups, entrepreneurship events, sales teams, women in business, and founder communities.

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08 / RESILIENCE ยท REINVENTION ยท COURAGE

The Courage to Become

Your beginnings may shape you. They do not have to decide your ending.

My life began in Thailand and led me through experiences I could never have predicted - becoming a mother, moving to another country, finding my voice as an author, and learning to build a future through uncertainty.

This keynote draws on the human parts of that journey: what it means to be underestimated, the difficulty of beginning again, and the choice to keep moving even when the next step is not guaranteed.

I share this story not because I believe everyone's path should look like mine, but because I believe so many people are carrying a possibility they haven't yet given themselves permission to pursue.

AUDIENCE TAKEAWAYS

A more compassionate understanding of resilience, new perspective on reinvention, and a practical invitation to take the next meaningful step.

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Leadership conferences, women's events, community and education gatherings, and purpose-driven organizations.

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09 / ON STAGE ยท ON CAMERA

A sense of the room, before we meet in yours.

The best way to understand my style is to spend a few minutes with me on stage or in conversation.

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SPEAKING FOOTAGE / TEDxFOLSOM

From Broken Brain to Powerful Mind

A personal TEDx talk reflecting on Nim's experiences and perspective. Recorded at an independently organized TEDx event.

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CONVERSATIONS ON CAMERA

Beyond the keynote.

These are hosted and broadcast conversations, shown separately from stage performances.

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Building Impact Through Your Story

Nim speaks about authors, storytelling, and projects close to her heart.

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Conversations with Authors and Guests

Interviews exploring the experiences that shape meaningful work.

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10 / THE ROOMS WHERE WE CONNECT

A message for the room you're bringing together.

I've spent years working at the meeting point of books, entrepreneurship, media, and leadership. That gives me a range of stories and tools to draw from depending on the people in front of me.

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Authors & Literary Communities

Conversations about the power of the book, the journey after publication, and turning a message into meaningful impact.

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Entrepreneurs & Business Leaders

Clarity, authority, listening, communication, and the courage to grow thoughtfully.

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Women's Leadership Events

Reinvention, confidence, resilience, and building success without losing yourself.

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Corporate & Professional Teams

Better conversations, more intentional leadership, and practical ways to communicate with trust.

Keynotes, fireside conversations, moderated discussions, and interviews can be considered based on the event's needs.

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11 / THE PEOPLE MAKE THE MOMENT

The moments I remember most aren't always under the spotlight.

They're the conversations afterward. The question someone was brave enough to ask. The author who tells me their story. The person who says a small idea helped them see something differently.

Every room has its own energy. Here are a few moments from the conversations and events I've been fortunate to be part of.

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12 / FOR EVENT ORGANIZERS AND PRODUCERS

Everything you need to introduce Nim with confidence.

Whether you're preparing a program, introducing a keynote, or putting together a conversation, I want the details to be easy for your team to find.

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Nim Stant is a USA Today bestselling author, TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and media producer whose work explores storytelling, visibility, leadership, and the courage to create meaningful impact. Born in Thailand and based in Arizona, she founded International Impact Book Awards and developed platforms including Phoenix Book Festival, World Experts PR, and The Authors Business School. A Regional Emmy Awards Judge, Nim has also completed the Harvard Medical School Executive Education program The Science of Leadership: The Brain, Resilience, and Mindfulness. Her books include Thai Tiger, Go All In, and Say Less. On stage, Nim pairs lived experience with thoughtful, practical ideas audiences can carry forward.

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13 / LET'S MAKE A MEANINGFUL MOMENT

Every audience has a story. Every gathering has a purpose.

Let's create a conversation worth remembering.

If you're bringing people together around leadership, authorship, entrepreneurship, resilience, or meaningful change, I'd love to hear what you're creating.

Tell me about your audience, what matters to them, and the kind of experience you hope they take home. We can explore whether one of my talks is the right fit, or shape a conversation around your event's purpose.

Thank you for considering me as part of your gathering.

Warmly,
Nim Stant

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