Business Leadership Expert, Author & TEDx Speaker

Boston, MA, USA
Live Event: $5,000 - $10,000 Virtual Event: $5,000 - $10,000 More Fee Info

Catherine Rymsha Biography

Catherine M. Rymsha, EdD, is a leadership expert, TEDx speaker, and author who brings a dynamic blend of real-world experience and academic insight to her work. Currently a lecturer in management at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, Rymsha has over a decade of teaching experience and a professional background that spans corporate leadership development, sales, marketing, and communications.

With a doctorate in organizational leadership from Northeastern University and a BA in English/Communications from the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, Rymsha is known for helping individuals and organizations rethink what it means to lead. Her publications include "The Leadership Decision," the textbook "Leadership for the Now," and a fiction novel, "Stunning" -- demonstrating her ability to cross genres and connect with diverse audiences.

As a contributor to thought leadership in business and human resources, Rymsha frequently speaks and writes on topics like succession planning, performance management, AI in the workplace, and the value of talent management. Whether in the classroom, on stage, or in print, she is committed to developing leaders who are ready to act, adapt, and drive meaningful change.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 05/22/2025.

Catherine Rymsha Speaking Topics

  • The Spark Effect: Reigniting Joy, Purpose, and Possibility in Leadership

    Leadership can sometimes feel like a checklist—but the most inspiring leaders bring something more: spark. This uplifting, interactive keynote is all about tapping back into what lights you up as a leader and helping others do the same. Through reflection prompts, shared stories, and thought-provoking moments of connection, you’ll explore how joy, purpose, and personal energy are not nice-to-haves, but essential leadership tools. Whether you’re navigating change, leading teams, or finding your next gear, this session helps you rediscover what makes you magnetic, grounded, and ready to lead with heart.

  • Just Listen: The Most Underrated (and Powerful) Leadership Skill

    In a world of noise, the leaders who stand out are the ones who know how to truly listen. Based on the TEDx talk "Want to Become a Better Leader? Just Listen" this keynote unpacks why listening is not a soft skill—it’s a power skill. Through real-world insights and interactive moments, this session explores how listening builds trust, uncovers insight, and drives better decisions across teams and organizations. Attendees will leave with a practical framework to level up their listening, shift how they lead, and create space for the voices that matter most.

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Catherine Rymsha Videos

Catherine Rymsha - HR Leaders podcast

Catherine Rymsha - HR Leaders podcast

The Leadership Decision: Decide to Lead

Catherine Rymsha ||TEDx

Catherine Rymsha ||TEDx

Want to Become a Better Leader? Here's How

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Catherine Rymsha is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Spark Effect: Reigniting Joy, Purpose, and Possibility in Leadership, Just Listen: The Most Underrated (and Powerful) Leadership Skill, Decision-Based Leadership: Leading Yourself Before You Lead Others, Draw to Lead: Unlocking Leadership and Team Potential Through Visual Thinking, From Marketing to Meaning: Navigating Change, Transferring Skills, and Leading Your Unique Path and Feedback Reimagined: Turning Reflection into a Strategic Leadership Advantage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Catherine Rymsha for your event is available upon request. Catherine Rymsha generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Lori Cheek, Jeff Tobe, Keith Ferrazzi, Kris Boesch and Morag Barrett. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Catherine Rymsha for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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