Public Speaking
Keynote Speaking with Sara
Grounded. Human. Thought-provoking.
Sara Wegwitz is a sought-after keynote speaker on resilience, psychological safety, and how people stay calm, connected, and capable under pressure.
Her keynotes aren’t pep talks or surface-level motivation. They are thoughtful, engaging conversations that invite people to see themselves, their teams, and their leadership more clearly — and to walk away with tools they can actually use.
The idea behind the keynote
At the heart of Sara’s work is a simple but often overlooked truth:
Most people don’t need to be more resilient. They need environments where it’s safe to be human, to speak honestly, reflect openly, and respond thoughtfully when things are hard.
Drawing from years of experience in high-stress environments, leadership development, and coaching, Sara explores how calm leadership, psychological safety, and everyday human behaviors shape performance, trust, and resilience — at work and in life.
Her talks invite a shift in perspective:
from pressure to presence,
from silence to voice,
from reactivity to steadiness.
What makes Sara’s presentations different
Sara brings over two decades of experience across healthcare, leadership, and human dynamics — including years working in environments where clarity, trust, and calm truly matter.
Her keynotes blend:
- Real-world experience as a nurse and leader
- Stories drawn from work, travel, and everyday life
- Evidence-informed insights on resilience and psychological safety
- Practical strategies audiences can apply immediately
The result is a keynote that feels human, grounded, and deeply relevant; not scripted or performative.
What audiences experience
Audiences often describe Sara’s keynotes as:
- Grounding and calming
- Thought-provoking
- Practical
- Inspiring
People leave feeling more steady, more connected to one another, and more confident in how they show up; especially when the pressure is on.
Topics Sara speaks to
Rather than delivering a one-size-fits-all talk, Sara brings a clear lens to each audience and context. Her keynotes often explore:
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How calm leadership shapes performance and culture
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Psychological safety as a practical, everyday behavior
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The hidden cost of silence and self-censorship at work
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Staying human and clear-headed during change and uncertainty
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Finding inner confidence when the stakes are high
Each keynote is thoughtfully tailored to the goals, audience, and moment.
What clients say
“The practical strategies and real-world examples Sara shared provided invaluable guidance that we can implement in our own workplaces. Her passion for creating supportive and thriving environments was evident and resonated deeply with the audience. Sara is a leading expert in psychological safety, offering invaluable tools and strategies for leaders and teams. Her insights left a lasting impression.”
— Jennifer Goodine, Executive Director, Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators
Sara’s talk on turning your passion into action at TEDx Youth Victoria.
Sample of previous keynote and speaking gigs:
- Canadian Association of Parliamentary Administrators (CAPA) Leaders National Conference
- Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA) National Conference
- TEDx Youth Victoria
- BC Fire Expo and Fire Chiefs Association of BC Education Summit
- Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs (CAFC) National Conference
- BC LGMA Administrative Professionals Conference
- Heart and Hands Conference
- BC Ferries, Finance Division Conference
- Emergency Preparedness for Industry and Commerce Council (EPICC) conference
- British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI)
- Victoria Goodlife Marathon Expo Speaker Series
- 55+ Lifestyle Show
- Mental Health Summit co-presented with Victoria Fire Chief Paul Bruce
- City of Victoria Fire Department Spouse/Significant Other event
- Saanich Fire Department Spouse/Significant Other event
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