Hi, I’m Dr. Carey Yazeed
Over the past 27 years I’ve spoken around the United States and Canada for organizations like The BrandLab, Dreamin in Color, and Seramount, to leadership conferences sponsored by Bentley University, Louisiana State University, and the University of Delaware.
Known for creating safe spaces for women of color to exhale, while inspiring corporate leaders to challenge how they view those whom they consider to be different. I use stages to transform work culture one audience at a time.
If you are looking for someone who will leave an everlasting impression on your audience, I’m your speaker!
Email drcareyyazeed@ithinkchangeagency.com to learn how you can have Dr. Yazeed at your next event.
Dr. Yazeed’s Speech Description and Topic:
Waiting to Exhale: When Women of Color Can’t Be Vulnerable in the Workplace
Workshop Format
Every morning, women of color suit up in their protective emotional armor in preparation to dodge the barrage of negative assumptions the day will inevitably bring. What will she be labeled today – angry, aggressive, or problematic? When we talk about inequality as it relates to women of color, the conversation is often limited to discussions of unequal pay and the lack of financial resources. Has anyone stopped and considered that inequality also extends to the unfair treatment of minority women in the workplace? Dr. Yazeed will share the emotional barriers women of color often face in the workplace, how leaders can support the professional growth of minority women, and what they can do to begin to thrive.
We can also work together to create a workshop/presentation that caters to your audience.
Available for Leadership Conferences, Women Retreats, Business Summits, Employee Resource Groups, College Organizations, and Professional Development Trainings
Email drcareyyazeed@ithinkchangeagency.com to learn how you can hire Dr. Yazeed to speak at your next event.
Testimonies
University of Delaware | Women Leading Delaware Conference
“Dr. Yazeed came and created a safe space where Black women leaders felt seen and heard. The standing ovation, the smiles, and the high fives when her session ended were perfect.”
Faith Muirhead, Ph.D. | Director, School Success Center, University of Delaware
Women and Business Center at Bentley University | Gearing Up Conference
“Dr. Carey Yazeed presented a terrific keynote (The Interruption of Everything: Becoming an Intersectional Leader) at our annual Gearing Up conference. I left the session inspired and impressed by her style, specifically the integration of expertise, humor, personal story, and audience engagement. I highly recommend Dr. Yazeed and look forward to bringing her back to our campus.”
Yaro Fong-Olivares, M.S. | Executive Director at Gloria Cordes Larson Center for Women and Business
The BrandLab | Fearless Conference
“Dr. Carey was a keynote speaker at our organization (The BrandLab’s) Fearless Conference. She wove a story of resilience and transparency, including her experiences as a Black woman and the impact of not being heard. Dr. Carey brought her best and authentic self to the stage and I couldn’t be more appreciative of her! ”
Kelli Williams | The BrandLab CEO
