Ellie Shefi in the Media

Ellie Shefi

Bringing together her 35 years of experience in education, 35 years of experience as an advocate and advisor, 30 years of experience in entrepreneurship, and 20 years of experience in law, Ellie Shefi is a 10x #1 international best-selling and award-winning author and publisher, keynote speaker, strategist, media host, attorney, advisor, consultant, and corporate trainer who helps organizations optimize their operations and individuals expand their influence.

As the founder of Made to Change the World™ Publishing, Ellie utilizes her expertise as a multiple #1 international best-selling author, Quilly Award recipient, and member of the National Academy of Best-Selling Authors to guide leaders through the best-selling book writing and publishing process so they can amplify their message, scale their impact, and become globally recognized through speaking engagements and media exposure.

A sought-after speaker, Ellie is a member of the National Speakers Association. She is also the host of the Free by Design™ television show, the You Are Not Your Scars® podcast, and the Creating an Impervious Mind® expert YouTube series and is regularly featured in publications and on others’ podcasts and television shows, including NBC, ABC, CBS, the New York Times, USA Today, Forbes, and Entrepreneur, to name a few.

An outspoken advocate fighting against injustice, Ellie is proud to serve on the leadership councils and advisory boards of nonprofits focused on civil rights, human rights, criminal justice reform, disaster recovery, fighting human trafficking, and ending mass atrocities.

A dedicated changemaker, Ellie is a recognized leader in civil rights law, human rights law, discrimination law, and constitutional law. Having overcome a lifetime of adversity, including abuse, domestic violence, homelessness, cancer, and more, Ellie is committed to giving voice to the voiceless and to advocating for social justice and equity. She is the proud founder of the Made 2 Change the World ™ Foundation, an emerging nonprofit organization to equip and empower the next generation with the tools, resources, and strategies they need to create the lives, communities, and world they envision.

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Ellie Shefi

Bringing together her 35 years of experience in education, 35 years of experience as an advocate and advisor, 30 years of experience in entrepreneurship, and 20 years of experience in law, Ellie Shefi is an 8x #1 international best-selling and award-winning author and publisher, keynote speaker, strategist, media host, attorney, advisor, consultant, and corporate trainer who helps organizations optimize their operations and individuals expand their influence.

A sought-after speaker, Ellie is a member of the National Speakers Association. She is also the host of the Free by Design™ television show, the You Are Not Your Scars® podcast, and the Creating an Impervious Mind® expert YouTube series and is regularly interviewed in publications and on others’ podcasts and television shows, including NBC, ABC, CBS, the New York Times, USA Today, Forbes, and Entrepreneur, to name a few.

A dedicated changemaker, Ellie is a recognized leader in civil rights law, human rights law, discrimination law, and constitutional law. Having overcome a lifetime of adversity, including abuse, domestic violence, homelessness, cancer, and more, Ellie is committed to giving voice to the voiceless and to advocating for social justice and equity. She is the proud founder of the Made 2 Change the World ™ Foundation, an emerging nonprofit organization that equips and empowers the next generation with the tools, resources, and strategies they need to create the lives, communities, and world they envision.

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SIGNATURE KEYNOTE:

Ignite Your Impact: You Were Made to Change the World

What if your greatest challenges were actually the key to your greatest impact? In this powerful and transformational keynote, Ellie Shefi equips audiences with the mindset, strategies, and tools to turn adversity into advantage, own their story, and amplify their voice to create real change—in their lives, businesses, and communities.

With high energy and real-world insights, Ellie shows attendees how to step into their power, embrace their uniqueness, and confidently use their voice to make a difference. Audiences will walk away with actionable steps to unlock their potential, lead with authenticity, and ignite lasting impact.

🔥 This isn’t just a talk—it’s a movement. Get ready to be empowered, inspired, and unstoppable!

Business & Entrepreneurship

Strategic Synergy: How to Strategically Write and Publish a Best-Selling Book that Establishes You as the Go-To Expert in Your Field, Builds Your Business, and Amplifies Your Brand
Supercharge Your Productivity: 5 Hacks to Get More Done in Less Time
Weathering the Storm: 3 Simple Ways to Diversify Your Business and Generate Increased Revenue

Women, Youth & Creating a Life You Love

Ignite Your Impact: You Were Made to Change the World
You Are Not Your Scars®: How to Shed the Chains of Your Past and Free Yourself to Live a Life You Love
Choose YOU: How to Shed the Guilt, Create Healthy Boundaries, and Prioritize Self-Care

Mindset & Resiliency

Limitless Living: 7 Keys to Mastering Your Mindset and Becoming Unstoppable
Harness the Fire Within: How to Get Up Every Time Life Knocks You Down
Liberate Your Life: How to Banish Shame, Overcome Guilt, Say No, Set Clear Boundaries, Prioritize Self-Care, and Live Free by Design

Leadership, Communication, Employee Engagement, Retention, Productivity & Wellness

Human-Centric: The Employee Wellness Blueprint for Preventing Burnout, Retaining Top Talent, and Empowering Team Success
The Intersection of High Performance and Humanity: How to Attract, Engage, and Retain a Diverse Range of Top Talent
Embodied Leadership: Powerful Microsteps to Cultivate Conscious Conversations that Move People to Action