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Kristen Hadeed, the founder of Student Maid, has established herself as a leading figure in the business world. Renowned for her forward-thinking approach, she champions the creation of organisations where humanity is prioritised. A passionate advocate for personal growth, Kristen dedicates her work to empowering individuals to become their best selves. Her motivational speeches focus on themes such as fostering collaboration to build resilience, embracing weaknesses, and inspiring workforces to reach their full potential.
Kristen’s journey into entrepreneurship began during her time as a sophomore at the University of Florida. After advertising house-cleaning services, she quickly found herself managing the cleaning of a 4,000-square-foot home and, later, college apartments. The growing demand led her to hire 60 fellow students, marking the beginning of her business, Student Maid. Through this venture, Kristen aimed to foster a culture of personal development and teamwork. She shares these insights in her acclaimed TEDx Talks, including “The Millennial Myth”, which has garnered over 3 million views, and “How to Retire by 20”, where she encourages listeners to follow their passions and trust their inner voice.
Kristen’s expertise has been sought after by companies across diverse industries, such as healthcare, retail, real estate, education, and hospitality. She has partnered with Simon Sinek’s Optimism Company, offering practical advice on leadership and employee development, and was interviewed by Sinek himself on the challenges and opportunities of managing millennial employees. As the author of the best-selling book “Permission to Screw Up”, Kristen emphasises that leadership is learned through experience and mistakes, an approach that encourages growth and adaptability. Her influence was further recognised in 2022 when she was named one of Engagedly’s Top 100 HR Influencers, underscoring her significant contributions to leadership and workplace culture.
Kristen Hadeed’s ability to inspire stems from her deeply personal story and her commitment to fostering meaningful change. Her talks equip audiences with practical tools and a fresh perspective on organisational culture, making her an excellent choice for events such as corporate gatherings or teambuilding workshops. With her focus on trust, collaboration, and personal growth, Kristen motivates teams to excel both professionally and personally. She is now available for hire through the Inspirational Leadership Speakers Agency.
Kristen Hadeed is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:
“The world had unique needs for inspiration this year following the uncertainty that was 2020. Kristen was the answer for our team: She transformed 90 people in 90 minutes. She packed in empathy, permission, inspiration, tears, laughter and hope. If optimism has a face, it is Kristen Hadeed”
“Looking for a leadership expert and speaker who will wow your audience and help them laugh, learn, and lead? Well then Kristen Hadeed is your answer! I had the privilege of creating a custom digital program with Kristen for our Women’s Leadership Group in the Summer of 2020. We received such tremendous feedback from the session that we partnered with Kristen to develop a 4-part custom deep-dive series this past year. Kristen’s energy is incredible and her ability to keep people engaged is electric. I can’t wait to work with her on more upcoming projects”
“Of all the speakers we have heard on the topic of today’s changing workforce, Kristen’s message connected best with our senior leadership. It was a rare treat to have an executive who’s technically in the millennial demographic not only talking very objectively and plainly about the characteristics of her generation, but also bringing to the table real, tangible ideas and action items. So much of today’s conversation around generational difference results in divisiveness. To have Kristen come in with a unifying and energizing perspective is a breath of fresh air”
“Kristen is a natural speaker and leader. She brings energy and enthusiasm to her audience and she relays tales about business, entrepreneurism, team building, and life. Her compassion for people shine, along with a sense of humour that engages and makes for a very enjoyable learning experience”
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