Lethia Owens

Lethia Owens, CSP, is a transformational leadership keynote speaker, growth strategist, and bestselling author whose personal journey forms the foundation of her message. Owens's story is one of reinvention. She transformed her life, rising from a ninth-grade dropout and teenage mother to graduate among the top of her high school class and receive a Presidential Scholarship to attend Albany State University. Her commitment to lifelong learning and drive for excellence enabled her to overcome poverty and limited expectations. Owens earned an undergraduate degree in computer science with honors from Albany State University and a master's degree in managerial leadership with honors from National Louis University.

Owens is an entrepreneur who leads at the intersection of technology, leadership, and personal brand development. As the CEO of Next Level Biz, a digital marketing agency, she helps brands expand their reach and strengthen their digital presence. As the founder of Game Changers International, she equips leaders to embrace innovation and drive organizational growth. Her career includes directing brand development, marketing, business development, leadership branding, and communications strategy for organizations such as The Boeing Company, Energizer, Monsanto, Unigroup, the IRS, State Farm Insurance Company, and Coca-Cola.

Owens is the author of 14 books, including the bestseller "Your Brand Influence: The Art and Science of Building an Influential Leadership Brand." She is also a contributing author to publications such as "Leading the Way to Success" and "Empowering Transformations for Women." Her work explores the impact of personal branding, leadership development, and influence in business and career advancement.

Ranked among the world's top 30 brand gurus by Gurus.com, Owens combines business strategy with practical insights, helping professionals stand out in a competitive marketplace. She has earned the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation from the National Speakers Association and is the first elected president of the Black National Speakers Association. Owens has been recognized as a Top Speaker of Impact by Real Leaders Magazine, and her expertise has been featured on Fox, CBS, and NBC affiliates. Through her work as a growth strategist and leadership speaker, Owens supports leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations in developing a growth mindset and increasing their impact and influence in the business world.