Building Confidence. Enhancing Communication. Inspiring Leadership at Every Level.

Confidence is tested in moments that matter. In decisions, conversations, and rooms where expectations are high.

From individual breakthroughs to high-impact keynote experiences, this work equips people to think clearly, communicate with confidence, and lead themselves well, especially in moments where it matters most.

Professional Speaker & Certified Coach

“Simply incredible. My team left our session with Lisa feeling energized and at ease, ready to tackle anything headed our way with patience and grace. Then, there’s the fact that you just want to be her best friend because of her positive energy. Such a great experience – 11/10 recommend!”

Known for her tools, energy, and positive change...

Lisa unlocks unparalleled excellence, revealing individuals’ extraordinary potential in personal lives, teams, and organizations.

Meet Lisa Tarkington

Lisa Tarkington is an adventurer at heart and a guide by design. She’s surfed in Ecuador, bungee-jumped in New Zealand, skydived in Texas, and steps on stages to equip leaders with clarity, courage, and confidence.

An Associate Certified Coach (ICF) and graduate of Michigan State University, Lisa also holds training from the University of Pennsylvania’s Executive Program in Social Impact Strategy, the Co-Active Training Institute, Applied Positive Psychology, and Mindfulness. She blends adventurous storytelling with practical frameworks like her C.O.R.E. Blueprint and Z.O.N.E. Method to create lasting impact.

Lisa has launched two companies, founded the nonprofit Lead, is the host of The Confident Podcast and brings over a decade of corporate leadership experience. Recognized with awards including Coach of the Year, the Athena Award, and the Inspiring Female Entrepreneur Award, she continues to inspire Fortune 500 executives, entrepreneurs, and next-generation leaders worldwide with her energy, positivity, and tools to thrive.

The Confident Podcast

Tune in to The Confident Podcast with Lisa Tarkington, where inspiring stories and practical resources empower you to overcome self-doubt and lead your most confident life. Subscribe today and start your journey toward unshakable confidence!

Lisa is super relatable, but doesn't shy away from the tough stuff. She's truly an inspiring coach!

"Lisa served as the keynote speaker for our opening event of the year, and she truly set the tone for an engaging and impactful experience. From the moment she began, Lisa had the audience’s full attention. Her presentation was both informative and interactive, making sure everyone was actively involved. One of the key takeaways was the importance of active listening. Not only did she explain its significance, but she also gave us the chance to practice and discuss the concept immediately. This hands-on approach made the material more memorable and allowed us to begin applying it right away. Lisa’s ability to engage, teach, and inspire action made her keynote a highlight of the event!"

"I would highly recommend Lisa. She focuses on practical, actionable tasks rather than theoretical concepts. Furthermore, her enthusiasm and positive energy were greatly appreciated by our group."

"From start to finish working with Lisa was a great experience. Lisa provided a phenomenal, hands-on presentation for the Lake Huron Michigan Health Information Management Association. She inspired our Health Information professionals with information on How Self Confidence and Wellbeing affects Yourself and Your Community. The tools she provided inspired us all. We have received positive feedback from our conference attendees regarding Lisa’s presentation. I highly recommend listening to Lisa speak when you get the chance. Her enthusiasm alone will brighten your day. "

"Our members especially appreciated the interactive discussion and real-world examples that made the topic relatable and easy to implement. The feedback we received was overwhelmingly positive—many noted that they left with new tools to better prioritize tasks, manage their schedules, and learned tools that best fit in their life. Immediately after the event, I received an email thanking me for putting on the event and that they learned so much., Thank you, Lisa, for delivering such an impactful and inspiring program for our young professionals!"

"Whether you think you are an effective time manager or know you struggle with it I promise you will learn something that can improve your life. Lisa is a very knowledgeable educator in her field and is worth taking the time to attend one of her seminars. Do yourself a favor and open your mind to learning from her."

Building Confidence. Enhancing Communication. Inspiring Leadership at Every Level.

Professional Speaker & Certified Coach

Known for her tools, energy, and positive change...

Meet Lisa Tarkington

The Confident Podcast

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