Carol Whitaker is the author of Ridiculously Happy! and a life coach with more than 20 years of experience helping women trust themselves and create what comes next.
Her message is grounded in a simple truth: a woman can be deeply grateful for the life she has built and still feel ready for something different.
She brings warmth, humor, and tools your audience can use right away.
Every talk is tailored to your audience and theme, blending storytelling, reflection, and tools to use right away.
Signature Talk 1
Audiences reconnect with their inner wisdom, reclaim their voice, and make confident choices that reflect who they truly are.
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Signature Talk 2
An invitation for women who have given so much to remember that their own hopes still matter, and to create a life that feels aligned and truly their own.
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Signature Talk 3
Audiences step out of second-guessing and make important decisions with clarity, courage, and conviction.
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Fees are based on format and customization. Travel is paid by the host in addition to the fee.
Starting at $1,250
A 45- to 60-minute online presentation with live Q&A, tailored to your group.
Starting at $3,500
A 45- to 60-minute keynote that inspires your audience and moves them to act.
Starting at $5,000
A 2- to 3-hour session of talk, guided reflection, and hands-on tools.
Starting at $6,500
A 4-hour experience where participants reconnect with themselves and leave with a clear path forward.
Full-Day and Custom Events: Full-day, multi-session, and multi-day events are custom-designed. Request a tailored proposal below.
“Carol Whitaker, motivational speaker, athlete, author, and business professional, is one ‘ridiculously happy’ woman! I recently presented at Thrive Women’s Symposium and observed Carol in action as she awakened a sense of accomplishment and drive relating to the success and personal worth of attendees. Her energy was through the roof, and participants were glued to her powerful presentation. She did more than speak to them. She moved them. Her stage presence, delivery, and depth are remarkable.”
“Carol electrified and lit up the Thrive Conference with so much positive energy that I thought we would blow the circuit breakers. Her energy is magnetic. She taught us all the true meaning of thriving from the inside out. We are deeply grateful and thankful for the opportunity to know and learn from her.”
“It is my pleasure to recommend Carol. There are very few people in life who balance career, family, and personal priorities like Carol. She seems to find energy from a source that has no end. She lifts everyone around her. She is talented and committed to making a positive difference in this world. I am proud to call her my friend.”
“What a positive influence! Carol shares her passion and love of people through her work. She is a truly gifted individual.”
“Carol is an incredible lifestyle fitness consultant and coach. She is someone who practices what she preaches, and because she walks the walk, she is an excellent role model and motivational speaker… If you are looking to make a change in your body, mind, or spirit, Carol is the person to call.”
“Carol is an amazing inspiration to everyone. She is the poster child for health and fitness, with an abundance of knowledge.”
“Carol has the ability to show us how to focus on the actions of love and trust we can take… making our dreams become our reality!”
“Carol supported me from afar as I cared for my dying wife… She serves as a role model to this aging man she has befriended across the country. I am very proud of this working professional woman.”
“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 it that you came on such short notice. Thank you.”
“You were the most thought-provoking, engaging, insightful, and overall just wonderful speaker. I think we all will be ‘Living Ridiculously Happy’ from this point forward.”
Carol is available for podcast, radio, television, and other media interviews. She brings lived experience, warmth, and real-world insight to conversations about change, self-trust, midlife, personal well-being, and making choices that create a more meaningful life.
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Podcast interviews are complimentary for shows that serve women. For corporate, branded, or sponsored productions, a speaking fee applies. Please share your details below for a quote.
Past interviews include Women Road Warriors, Motivators in Motion, Health Media Now, Red Velvet Media, Outlier On Air, KUTV 2 News, ABC4 Good Things Utah, and Boomer Talk Radio. See all media appearances →
“Hi Carol, I just wanted to let you know that our interview was so inspirational. The positive feedback has stayed with me for a week now. It was a wake-up call to how we can get bogged down with negative thinking. It takes someone like you to wake us up to the wonderful possibilities that life holds for all of us! Thanks for that!”
Carol speaks about self-belief, purpose, and making confident choices through life’s changes. Her signature talks are Rise Into Your Power, You Are Not Finished Yet, and The Courage to Choose What Comes Next. Each one is tailored to your audience and event theme.
Carol speaks at women’s conferences, retreats, and professional women’s groups, and at corporate, association, leadership, and community events for both men and women.
Virtual presentations start at $1,250, in-person keynotes at $3,500, interactive workshops at $5,000, and half-day retreats at $6,500. Full-day and multi-day events receive a tailored proposal. Travel is paid by the host in addition to the fee.
Yes. Podcast interviews are complimentary for shows that serve women. For corporate, branded, or sponsored productions, a speaking fee applies. Carol has been featured on KUTV 2 News, ABC4 Good Things Utah, Boomer Talk Radio, and many podcasts.
Carol is based in Utah and speaks at events across the United States. Virtual presentations are available anywhere.
Send a speaking request using the form below. Carol personally reviews every request and will reply about availability and next steps.
Tell us a little about your event, audience, and the experience you hope to create. Carol personally reviews every request and will respond regarding availability and next steps.
Planning ahead? Download the Speaker Kit with Carol’s one-sheet, keynotes, bios, and introduction.
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