Dr. Cheryl Wood
No one can duplicate you
Now is time to tell your story
Keynote Speaker for Stage Domination Conference (Washington, DC)
Keynote Speaker for Women's Conference (Turks and Caicos)
Keynote Speaker for Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM)
Keynote Speaker for Women's Summit (Athens, Greece)
Keynote Speaker at Business Conference
Overview
Dr. Cheryl Wood is an internationally recognized keynote speaker, TEDx presenter, and communication expert who delivers transformational experiences for organizations seeking stronger leaders and more engaged teams. She equips professionals to reframe self-talk, silence self-doubt, and replace hesitation with conviction, enabling them to lead with confidence, communicate with clarity, and drive measurable results. Known for her high-energy delivery and practical frameworks, Dr. Wood goes beyond motivation to create sustainable shifts in mindset and performance. Leaders walk away empowered and ready to turn ideas into action that advances both individual and organizational success.
Reviews
3 reviews
Jaleen M.
October 7, 2026Cheryl Wood Empowers is a POWERHOUSE!
Cheryl is such a burst of energy! She was able to boost morale, energize mindsets,. and get the staff engaged in her session. She is a delightful person, and so easy to work with. She was very communicative through the process of hiring her for our event. It was first time our library got together in person in a long time. Having her be a part of our theme: "REFRESH. RENEW. REIMAGINE." was right on time.
I look forward to wirking with her again!
Hired as: Motivational Speaker
Priscilla K.
April 30, 2026Perfect presentation
We are very glad that we found Dr. Cheryl Wood for our recent appreciation luncheon! She offered an engaging and memorable discussion that made a positive impact on our group. She was prepared with shareable content and she seemed to connect intimately with our audience as she spoke and asked questions. We recommend Dr. Cheryl Wood!
Hired as: Motivational Speaker
Cherry B.
September 30, 2019PHENOMENAL!!!!
Cheryl showed up at our Staff Appreciation Day Event and exceeded our expectations. She is absolutely amazing. The lives of the staff are forever changed and we look forward to working with her in the near future. If you are looking for a dynamic speaker, a trailblazer, and a change agent. Look no further.
Thank you Cheryl!
Hired as: Business Motivational Speaker, Motivational Speaker
Booking information
Price range: Contact for pricing
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 90 minutes
What to expect
Content-rich
Informative
Engaging
High Energy
Passionate
Personable
About
Dr. Cheryl Wood is a globally acclaimed keynote speaker, TEDx presenter, bestselling author, and Founder of Global Speakers University. In her role as editor of the internationally recognized Voices of Change Magazine, she champions and amplifies the voices of purpose-driven leaders committed to making a difference.
She has coached top executives, entrepreneurs, and leaders to elevate their communication and storytelling skills to confidently lead any room, drive organizational success, convert more clients, and create lasting impact.
Dr. Wood is a voice of radical transformation for leaders who are done playing small and ready to rewrite the internal script that’s limiting their next level. Her work is grounded in radical self-talk, unshakeable belief, and unapologetic personal power. Through her proven frameworks, including the T.A.L.K.™ Method and Build the Case™ Methodology, she equips leaders to anchor their identity in evidence, execute their ideas with conviction, and courageously talk themselves into greatness.
With over a decade of experience, Dr. Wood’s real, relatable, and high-performance strategies have empowered leaders to become peak performers and influential communicators at organizations including NASA, Capital One, Verizon, Prudential, EXIM, NOAA, Blacks in Government, the United Nations, and on international stages across the globe.
Dr. Wood’s influential body of work has been spotlighted by leading media outlets including Forbes, Essence, Black Enterprise, Rolling Out, Sheen Magazine, ABC and FOX News. Her exceptional contributions to the fields of communication and leadership have earned her national and global recognition, including the 2025 Keynote Speaker and Communication Trainer of the Year Award, the 2023 ICON of Excellence Award, the 2021 Goodwill Ambassador Award, and the prestigious 2021 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.
Past booked events
October 2026
05
Monday
Corporate Event
1:00pm - 1:30pm
•
Bowie, MD
April 2026
26
Sunday
Nonprofit Event
1:30pm - 2:30pm
•
Springfield, VA
September 2019
27
Friday
Corporate Event
2:00pm - 2:45pm
•
Washington, DC
February 2013
28
Thursday
Corporate Event
7:30am - 4:30pm
•
Bethesda, MD
Setup requirements
Microphone