Keynote Speaking
Introduce your organization to the power of belonging
Steer your team toward progress.
More and more organizations are under fire for cultures that exclude and “other” marginalized groups — and too many DEI initiatives are still missing the mark.
It’s time to hit the reset button.
In his keynote addresses, Empower Initiative CEO Ben McBride reframes the conversation around what it means to foster belonging within an organization and in our society at large.
“‘What should we do?’ is the wrong question. We should be asking, ‘Who do we need to become?’”
This 45-minute keynote blends personal stories with scientific realities in a compelling invitation to lean into our shared humanity.
With “Becoming & Belonging,” Ben encourages participants to rise to our moment by taking the first steps toward true belonging.

Hear from our keynote attendees.
Making space for courageous conversations
Ben’s keynote invited us to make space for courageous conversations and sparked a desire in all of us to seek understanding, build shared community, and stop the spiral towards hate.
Buu Thai
A renewed commitment to building relationships of understanding
Ben McBride’s keynote inspired me to lead with love and a renewed commitment to building relationships of understanding.
Lisa Watson



All-team corporate retreats
This isn’t a garden-variety inspirational keynote speech. “Becoming & Belonging” will make a lasting impression on your group with:
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