Empowering Transformation | Storytelling for Impact | Advocacy & Second Chance
Raw. Powerful. Transformative.
Toby Dorr’s story is one of courage, redemption, and the fierce grace that emerges from our hardest moments. Through deeply personal storytelling, hard-earned wisdom, and a passion for change, Toby inspires audiences to embrace their own resilience, rewrite their narratives, and step into their power.
Unleashing Fierce Grace: Turning Your Hardest Moments into Your Greatest Strengths (Toby’s Signature Speech)
Description:
Life can break us—but it can also rebuild us into something even stronger. In this powerful keynote, Toby Dorr shares her extraordinary journey of adversity, transformation, and resilience. Through raw storytelling and deep wisdom, she explores how embracing both fierce determination and unexpected grace can lead to profound personal growth. Audiences will walk away with a renewed sense of resilience, hope, and the courage to rise, no matter the circumstances.
Audience Takeaways:
- How to embrace both strength and grace in the face of adversity.
- Turning hardships into stepping stones for growth and transformation.
- The power of radical self-forgiveness and second chances.
- Practical strategies for rebuilding life after a personal or professional setback.
Ideal Audiences:
- Leadership and empowerment conferences.
- Corporate and organizational resilience programs.
- Women’s leadership and personal growth events.
The Thread of Grace: Finding Beauty in Life’s Unraveling
Description:
Loss, grief, and change can feel like endings—but they can also be beginnings. Through deeply personal stories of loss and rebirth, Toby Dorr invites audiences to explore how grace is woven into even the most painful seasons of life. When everything seems to be unraveling, there is an unseen thread that holds us together—offering unexpected beauty, growth, and transformation.
Audience Takeaways:
- Finding meaning and growth in grief and change.
- The hidden power of grace in life’s darkest moments.
- How to hold space for both sorrow and hope in our healing journeys.
- Steps for embracing new beginnings, even after great loss.
Ideal Audiences:
- Individuals navigating grief, loss, or major life transitions.
- Healthcare professionals, therapists, and grief counselors.
- Faith-based groups and spiritual organizations.
Voices Unchained: Reclaiming Power Through the Stories We Tell
Description:
From incarceration to advocacy, Toby Dorr’s journey is a testament to the power of reclaiming our voices. Too often, we allow shame, judgment, or fear to silence us. This talk dives into themes of justice, second chances, and the radical act of speaking our truth. By unchaining our voices, we can step into our power and transform not just our own lives, but the lives of those around us.
Audience Takeaways:
- The importance of owning and sharing your story without shame.
- How speaking your truth can lead to personal and systemic transformation.
- Second chances and the power of rewriting our narratives.
- Practical steps for turning past struggles into a platform for advocacy.
Ideal Audiences:
- Justice reform advocates, nonprofits, and legal organizations.
- Individuals seeking empowerment through personal storytelling.
- Audiences at events focused on redemption, second chances, and personal transformation.
Ink & Impact: The Stories That Shape Us and the World
Description:
Our stories matter. The way we tell them matters even more. Storytelling is more than a form of expression—it’s a tool for healing, connection, and real-world impact. In this talk, Toby Dorr explores how personal narratives shape our identities, influence the world around us, and create movements for change. Whether in books, speeches, or conversations, the words we choose have the power to inspire, liberate, and transform.
Audience Takeaways:
- The role of storytelling in healing and self-discovery.
- How personal narratives can drive change on a larger scale.
- Tips for crafting compelling stories that connect and inspire.
- The courage to share your truth, even when it’s difficult.
Ideal Audiences:
- Writers, speakers, and creatives.
- Advocates, change-makers, and those looking to use their voice for impact.
- Organizations and groups focused on communication, leadership, and personal development.
Toby’s keynotes are more than just speeches—they are experiences that move, challenge, and inspire. Whether for conferences, universities, corporate events, or advocacy spaces, Toby will craft a talk that resonates deeply with your audience.
🔹 Ready to bring Toby to your stage? Let’s make it happen.
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