Learn from a communications expert who blends executive-level strategy with visionary storytelling to shape brands and move audiences.
In her 20+ years as a communications strategist and artist, Akwi founded Ampersand Communications Solutions to help companies, organizations, and school districts elevate their brand storytelling—from stale and fragmented to strategic, captivating, and unforgettable.
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Akwi has delivered keynotes across the country, from Tacoma to Boston, engaging audiences with thought-provoking insights, expert guidance, and a compelling stage presence. Her core themes include goal-driven brand storytelling, the role of arts and culture in economic vitality, and values-based leadership. Every keynote is tailored to the audience, ensuring relevance, impact, and inspiration. She prides herself on transforming an everyday event into an unforgettable experience.
The Power of 'And': Unlocking Creativity in a Constrained World
Theme: Innovation, creative thinking, adaptability
Audience Fit: Business leaders, educators, creatives, and change-makers, communication professionals
Description: This keynote explores how embracing the concept of "and"—instead of "either/or"—opens new possibilities in leadership, communication, and problem-solving. A powerful call to reimagine what's possible when we break out of silos and unleash our full creative potential.
Story-Driven Strategy: How to Build Trust, Inspire Action, and Strengthen Communities
Theme: Strategic communication, leadership, storytelling
Audience Fit: Corporations, nonprofits, education leaders, civic leaders, communication professionals
Description: A dynamic keynote on how purposeful storytelling fuels organizational growth, deepens stakeholder engagement, and builds cultures of belonging. Ideal for mission-driven organizations seeking to clarify their voice and increase their impact.
Creating Brave Space: Leading with Authenticity in Times of Change
Theme: Leadership, authenticity, emotional intelligence, adaptability
Audience Fit: Executives, non-profit leaders, educators, community leaders, change-makers
Description: This keynote challenges audiences to balance strength and vulnerability to lead with renewed purpose. It offers actionable insights on fostering belonging, navigating change with integrity, and showing up as your whole self—especially when stakes are high.
Prefer a customized keynote?
Akwi gets it. Your event isn’t one-size-fits-all—and your keynote shouldn’t be either.
Whether you’re inspiring a room of educators, energizing community leaders, or guiding executives through change, we’ll work together to design a keynote that speaks directly to your audience’s needs and aspirations. Akwi blends storytelling, strategy, and actionable insights to ensure every word resonates and every moment moves people to think, feel, and act.
From the themes we explore to the interactive elements we include, every detail is tailored—so your audience walks away not just inspired, but ready to make real change.
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