Rhonda Overby

Rhonda Overby is a dynamic leader whose life journey reflects resilience, reinvention, and resolve. Once a shy child who grew up in poverty and struggled with weight well into adulthood, she has since transformed herself into a confident, accomplished entrepreneur, speaker, and advisor. Today, she trades equity derivatives, manages a diversified investment portfolio, and serves on the boards of both a bank and a financial institution. As the Chief Executive Officer of a strategic communications firm, she trains professionals to communicate with precision and impact.

Overby began her career in the high-pressure world of live network television, where she honed the ability to think quickly and connect meaningfully with diverse audiences. From inner-city beginnings to global stages and the halls of influence, her lived experience, international travel, and cross-sector expertise equip her with nuanced insight and adaptability—essential qualities in a rapidly changing world. Her signature message, “Propertize®,” encourages people to properly prioritize in order to optimize their lives, a philosophy grounded in her own transformational path.

Her presence commands a room, and her story inspires. A June 2025 event organizer remarked, “We were awed by your intelligence, strength in the face of adversity, and charm.” A December 2024 booker added, “You are a legend… unmatched elegance and intellect.” Whether speaking publicly or working behind the scenes, Overby motivates others to become the best versions of themselves.

A mindfulness practitioner with a growth mindset, she often says, “If I can’t be better tomorrow than I am today, why get up?” Though her entrepreneurial ventures, board service, and global travel make her speaking engagements rare, those who hear her speak find her message unforgettable. In May 2025, Directors & Boards magazine published her article, “The Importance of Clarity and Authenticity for Boards,” reflecting her commitment to helping organizations communicate with purpose and transparency.