Carol Whitaker is the author of Ridiculously Happy! and a life coach with more than two decades of experience supporting women as they work through change, self-doubt, and the decisions that shape their lives.
Her message is grounded in a simple truth: a woman can be grateful for the life she has built and still be ready for something different.
Carol has been featured on ABC4’s Good Things Utah and Boomers Rock. She brings warmth, humor, lived experience, and practical tools to every room—helping women leave with renewed confidence and a clearer sense of what is possible.
Every presentation is tailored to your audience, event theme, goals, and time frame. Carol combines meaningful storytelling with practical reflection, so women leave feeling uplifted and equipped to take action.
Signature Talk 1
Many women know something needs to change long before they know what to do about it. This keynote helps women step out of indecision, reconnect with their own wisdom, and make the choices that fit the life they want now.
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Signature Talk 2
For women who have spent years achieving, caring for others, and carrying responsibility, this presentation is an invitation to remember that their own hopes still matter.
Carol helps women recognize that change is not always a crisis or a sign that something is wrong. It can be a moment to pause, decide what matters now, and create a life that feels more aligned, fulfilling, and truly their own.
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Signature Talk 3
Health is not about becoming smaller, chasing perfection, or proving anything to anyone. It is about caring for your body because your life, energy, and well-being matter.
This empowering wellness presentation helps women reconnect with their physical strength and vitality in a way that feels compassionate, realistic, and sustainable.
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Speaking fees are based on the format, degree of customization, audience size, location, and event logistics. All travel expenses, including airfare, mileage, lodging, ground transportation, and meals, are paid by the event host in addition to the speaking fee.
Starting at $1,250
A 45- to 60-minute online presentation, including time for audience questions and light customization for your group.
Starting at $3,500
A tailored 45- to 60-minute keynote for your conference, organization, retreat, or special event.
Starting at $5,000
A 2- to 3-hour interactive session that combines a tailored presentation, guided reflection, practical tools, and meaningful discussion.
Starting at $6,500
A 4-hour immersive retreat or workshop that gives women time to reflect, reconnect, make decisions, and create practical momentum.
A full-day event is 8 hours. For full-day events, multiple sessions, multi-day retreats, or significant custom content, request a tailored proposal.
“Carol, I want to thank you for your presentation last night. It was a very uplifting and enjoyable evening. Everyone I spoke with said that they appreciated your remarks and your enthusiastic and positive comments. And I especially appreciate that you came on such short notice. Thank you.”
Carol is available for select podcast and media interviews. She brings lived experience, warmth, and practical insight to conversations about change, self-trust, midlife, personal well-being, and making choices that create a more meaningful life.
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Tell us a little about your event, audience, and the experience you hope to create. Carol will personally review your request and respond about availability and next steps.
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