Keynotes

Steph Ledbetter, Founder & CEO of Modern HR Collaborative, brings over a decade of executive-level HR leadership to the stage, offering keynotes that are both compelling and deeply grounded in strategic expertise. With a career spent guiding organizations through growth, cultural transformation, and complex people-centered challenges, Steph delivers a commanding yet approachable presence that resonates with leaders at every level.

Her keynote presentations go far beyond traditional HR topics—they illuminate how strategic, well-designed people practices directly influence organizational performance. Steph draws on extensive experience advising CEOs, boards, and leadership teams across nonprofit and for-profit sectors, bringing real-world examples of how intentional HR strategy drives impact. Audiences walk away with a clear understanding of how culture, structure, accountability, and leadership behaviors converge to create meaningful, sustainable change.

Each keynote blends insight with action, offering practical frameworks leaders can implement immediately. From building high-trust, high-engagement workplaces to designing systems that support growth and alignment, Steph equips professionals with tools to lead confidently and intentionally.

Modern HR’s keynote offerings are crafted to inspire, challenge, and elevate—leaving attendees with renewed clarity, stronger leadership instincts, and a deeper appreciation for the power of strategic HR to transform organizations.