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Samantha Karlin - Leadership Development Expert and CEO of Empower Global

Samantha Karlin

Profile updated June 23, 2025
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Passionate, engaging, well-versed, and extremely relatable are all characteristics that I would use to describe Samantha's Women's Empowerment keynote presentation at our company in March. We were excited to have her speak and end Women's History Month on the highest note possible, as we continue to do the work that is necessary to foster continuous improvement from an inclusivity perspective. Samantha did not disappoint. During the presentation she eloquently presented facts, solutions, and injected humor to lighten the mood for some of the heavier topics discussed while simultaneously maintaining the subject's significance. I highly recommend working with Samantha for speaking engagements if you are looking for someone knowledgeable and personable to champion DEIJ values and allyship within your organization. Thank you, Samantha!

Dwan Tabor, Director of Learning and Development, Founder of the Community Outreach Employee Resource Group (RHINOS), and Co-Founder of the Diversity and Inclusion Steering Council (DISC), Aspida
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Unshakable: Reclaiming Power, Redefining Leadership

Samantha Karlin is a world-renowned leadership expert who has trained thousands of women leaders across the globe to own their voice, command the room, and lead transformative change. As the creator of the acclaimed Women’s Leadership Challenge, she brings a rare blend of energy, empathy, and unapologetic truth-telling to every stage.

In this game-changing keynote, Samantha introduces her proprietary Intrinsic Power Map™ — a powerful framework that helps women derive confidence and authority from their authentic selves, not from outdated expectations or external validation. This talk doesn’t just inspire — it catalyzes. Women leave with practical tools to banish imposter syndrome, amplify their influence, and lead boldly in even the most high-stakes environments.

Organizations seeking to elevate more women into leadership — and retain them — will find this keynote a strategic imperative. Samantha’s work doesn’t stop with women. Male allies will gain a deeper understanding of the vital leadership capacities women bring to the table — emotional intelligence, inclusive decision-making, and resilience — all essential for navigating the volatility of today’s business landscape.

Outcomes include:

  • Increased confidence, clarity, and courage among participants
  • Enhanced self-awareness and authentic leadership presence
  • Practical strategies for advancing gender equity and inclusive leadership
  • A renewed sense of purpose and belonging within your organization

Whether speaking to C-level executives, rising stars, or university students, Samantha electrifies the room and leaves lasting impact.

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