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Margie Warrell

Build courageous leadership cultures with Dr. Margie Warrell, speaker and global courage expert. Margie works with organizations to develop resilient leaders, navigate change, and foster innovation, delivering insights for NASA, Dell, and Google as bestselling author and Korn Ferry Senior Partner.

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Margie Warrell, Speaker | Courageous Leadership Expert
Margie Warrell

Margie Warrell

Richmond, United States

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$51k–75k

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Margie Warrell's biography

At a glance

  • Bestselling Author of Five Books on Leadership
  • Senior Partner at Korn Ferry
  • Advocate for Women in Leadership
Dr. Margie Warrell is a global authority on courageous leadership, renowned for her dynamic presence and transformative impact. Raised in rural Australia, Margie learned early to face fear head-on and embrace change—a spirit that has fueled her international career across Papua New Guinea, Singapore, and beyond. With a Master’s in Leadership and Organizational Change and a Ph.D. in Human Development, she brings deep expertise to every stage and boardroom. Margie’s journey from corporate roles to bestselling author, keynote speaker, and Senior Partner at Korn Ferry’s CEO & Enterprise Leadership Institute is marked by her passion for empowering others. She has inspired audiences at NASA, Dell, Google, and more, equipping leaders to navigate risk, drive innovation, and build resilient teams. Her five acclaimed books, including "Stop Playing Safe," "You’ve Got This!," and the forthcoming "The Courage Gap", have established her as a thought leader in her field. A fierce advocate for women in leadership, Margie has co-led Korn Ferry’s Power of All initiative and participated in government roundtables to advance gender equity. She leads women’s leadership retreats and workshops worldwide, including in communities like Kibera, Africa’s largest slum, empowering women to step into their potential. Beyond her professional achievements, Margie is a mother of four, an avid hiker who has climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro, and the host of the Live Brave podcast. Her engaging storytelling and practical wisdom have made her a sought-after media contributor and a catalyst for courageous cultures. Margie’s mission is simple: to help people and organizations live and lead more bravely, creating lasting impact wherever she goes.

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Book Margie Warrell to inspire your team with her insights on courageous leadership. Her global experience and practical wisdom will empower your organisation to embrace change, foster collaboration, and drive innovation, creating a culture of resilience and growth.

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Email margie.warrell@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Margie's availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
What is Margie Warrell's speaking style like?
Margie delivers insightful and empowering sessions, drawing on her extensive experience in leadership. Her engaging style inspires courage and collaboration, making her a sought-after speaker in diverse industries.
What topics does Margie Warrell specialise in?
Margie Warrell specialises in discussing courageous leadership, organizational change, women's empowerment and more.
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