The Yolanda Marie Experience

If an audience came to see me, they’d experience…
A speaker who feels present, approachable, and connected to the room. Someone who reads the energy, invites participation, and keeps things moving without feeling rushed or scripted. Audiences don’t just listen, they engage. They laugh, reflect, respond, and stay with the moment from start to finish.

They leave feeling:
- Seen and included
- Clear on what mattered most
- Energized, grounded, and connected
It feels less like a performance and more like a shared experience—one that stays with them after the event ends.

If a client hired me, they’d get…
A prepared, adaptable professional who’s easy to work with and calm under pressure. I connect with event planners in advance, respect the run of show, and stay flexible so everything flows smoothly, on stage and behind the scenes.

Clients get a speaker who:
- Keeps the audience engaged from start to finish
- Reads the room and adjusts in real time
- Delivers clear, practical takeaways
- Brings confidence, credibility, and presence to the stage
- Helps the event feel organized, intentional, and elevated
I close with clarity reinforcing key messages so the event feels complete, not rushed. Most importantly, clients get peace of mind, knowing their audience and their moment are in capable hands.

Yolanda Marie Tate is a Retired U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major, Certified AI Consultant, Mindful Leadership Coach, Holistic Wellness Strategist, Emcee and Speaker. With more than 35 years of experience leading Servicemembers, guiding executives, and inspiring audiences, she empowers leaders and organizations to scale smarter, stress less, and lead with clarity.
As the Founder of Elevate 2 Wellness, Yolanda bridges two worlds rarely seen together, advanced technology and holistic well-being. She is the creator of the AI Wellness Command Method™, a framework where technology fuels clarity and clarity fuels peace. Through this method, she helps high-performing professionals adopt AI without overwhelm, reclaim their time, and build sustainable growth. Her flagship product, the Wellness Warrior Habits Card & Journal Set, equips professionals with practical tools to strengthen habits, reclaim peace, and thrive in high-pressure environments.
Beyond entrepreneurship, Yolanda serves as President of the Blacks in Technology (BIT) Northern Virginia Chapter, driving initiatives that expand access, mentorship, and representation in tech. She is also a trusted Advisor for Veterans Growing America (VGA), supporting military-connected entrepreneurs with education, resources, and pathways to sustainable success. Committed to collective progress, she champions collaboration across businesses, veteran and women’s organizations, and community leaders creating bridges that close the tech wealth gap, fuel innovation, and amplify underrepresented voices.
A dynamic event host and speaker, Yolanda captivates audiences - keeping them involved, inspired, and invested from start to finish. Her work bridges leadership, technology, and holistic wellness, grounded in the belief that true success requires both skill and soul care. Her mission is simple: to empower others to harness innovation, lead mindfully, and thrive without burnout.

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