Angie Morgan, Leadership and Motivation

Be a SPARK:

A SPARK is a doer, thinker, and innovator in an organization.  They’re the reason organizational results are possible.  A SPARK isn’t a place on an organization chart.  It can be anyone who commits to influencing outcomes and inspiring others.  You don’t have to wait to be told to SPARK – you can choose to SPARK today.

The leadership practices presented in the Be a SPARK keynote empower healthcare professionals to be catalysts for positive change—practitioners who combine clinical excellence with initiative and innovation to improve patient outcomes, regardless of their role or position. From nurses and physicians to technicians and support staff, participants will discover how to spark improvements in patient care while inspiring their colleagues.

Attendees will gain practical strategies to enhance team collaboration in high-stakes healthcare environments, foster a culture of trust, and build resilient departments that consistently deliver outstanding patient care. This session equips healthcare leaders at all levels to nurture their teams' development while strengthening the organization's commitment to excellence.

This presentation is ideal for leaders at all levels who:

·         Need practical strategies for inspiring their disengaged or burned-out teams

·         Want to lead their team to success but aren’t sure what steps to take

·         Are struggling to build trust and engagement within their team and organization.

The audience will leave with:

·         Confidence in their ability to transform a group of individuals into a team and a recommitment to team building

·         An unforgettable reminder that leadership is a choice and they can choose not only to lead, but also to strengthen their leadership skills

·         A clear understanding of the value of accountability and engagement, and simple ways they can implement both to build trust

The Actual Leader: Building Resilient Teams Through Presence and Purpose

Drawing from military leadership principles, this keynote introduces the powerful concept of "The Actual"—the commanding officer whose voice brings clarity, support, and direction in critical moments. Just as Marines rely on their Actual during high-stakes situations, healthcare teams need leaders who can balance decisive action with compassionate support, especially in demanding environments where swift decisions and emotional intelligence are equally vital.

This session reveals how healthcare leaders can embody The Actual mindset, becoming the steady presence their teams turn to during challenging cases, organizational changes, or moments of uncertainty. Clinical managers, department heads, and unit supervisors will discover a transformative framework for revitalizing burnt-out healthcare teams by answering three fundamental questions: 1. Who are we together? 2. How are we together? 3. What are we seeking to achieve together?

Through compelling stories from both military and healthcare settings, leaders will learn to create an environment where medical professionals feel both challenged and supported, leading to improved team resilience, greater engagement, and enhanced patient care. Whether you're leading an emergency department, managing a primary care practice, or directing a specialty unit, The Actual approach provides a powerful blueprint for authentic healthcare leadership that elevates both staff engagement and clinical outcomes.

This presentation is ideal for Managers and supervisors who:

·         Are struggling with team engagement

·         Need practical strategies to transform a group of individuals into a team

·         Must adopt a new mindset in order to reach new heights in their leadership

The audience will leave with:

• Practical strategies that they can begin to use immediately
• A new approach to addressing their daily challenges
• Inspiration and confidence that they can be the leader they know they can be

Bet on You: Risk-Taking the Right Way in Business and in Life

In healthcare, where precision and protocols are paramount, strategic risk-taking can drive innovation and career fulfillment. Through personal experiences in navigating challenging transitions, Angie shares evidence-based strategies for assessing opportunities, managing uncertainty, and making impact-driven decisions.

This program speaks to healthcare professionals who:

• Feel constrained by traditional career paths despite having innovative ideas and a desire for change
• Excel in clinical practice but hesitate to pursue next-level opportunities
• Maintain exceptional standards of care but seek greater professional fulfillment

Participants will gain:

• Research-backed frameworks for balancing risk-taking and safety
• Greater clarity and confidence on where they’d like to take risks
• Inspiration on how to make meaningful change in their lives

Watch her Speaker Reel and learn more about Angie here!

Angie Morgan has helped thousands of individuals embody the confidence, connection, and communication skills of the Actual to be able to transform a group of individuals into a unified, unstoppable team.

A highly respected author and thought leader, she literally wrote the book on leadership;, actually, three of them (so far): Leading from the Front, Spark, and Bet on You., Additionally, she’s a frequent contributor to Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, Inc., and other publications.

Over the past 20 years, she has worked with organizations like Google, FedEx, and Boston Scientific to develop their leadership potential through keynotes and consulting and has coached hundreds of individuals to the next stage of their careers.

Driven by a deep passion to help others access their potential, she frequently shares insights and lessons learned through her blog, social media, Bet on You podcast, and online courses.

When she’s not helping others win, she’s hanging out with her two boys or running lakeside in training for her next race in Traverse City, Michigan.