Nona Jones

Nona Jones is a rare combination of author, international speaker, and pastor whose story of resilience inspires audiences to live boldly and lead authentically. Recognized globally as a dynamic voice at the intersection of leadership, faith, and emotional wellness, Jones is on a mission to empower people to overcome insecurity, rejection, and comparison to succeed from the inside out.

As Founder and CEO of Inside Out Leadership, Jones equips leaders worldwide to thrive both personally and professionally. With global, C-Suite experience and senior executive roles at companies like YouVersion, Meta, and more, she is a sought-after speaker and coach on everything from business strategy to servant leadership to inspiring change.

Jones is the bestselling author of Success from the Inside Out, Killing Comparison, and The Gift of Rejection. Her message is grounded in practical leadership insights, psychological research, and deeply held spiritual truths, making her a respected and highly requested keynote speaker for corporations, faith-based organizations, women’s leadership conferences, and universities.

Her impact reaches across stages and screens, where she has been featured by CNN, Good Morning America, Essence, Black Enterprise, Christianity Today, and numerous global platforms.

From navigating rejection and personal trauma to leading in demanding corporate spaces to living a faith-centered life, Jones’ authentic storytelling and powerful teaching equip audiences to transform setbacks into catalysts for growth. Whether addressing Fortune 500 executives, ministry leaders, or everyday professionals, Jones’ presentations ignite courage, clarity, and conviction.