Lindsay MacMillan is a four-time TEDx speaker, five-time author, and former Wall Street VP who helps ambitious professionals thrive by unleashing their creative power.
As a keynote speaker, novelist, and entrepreneur, Lindsay bridges the worlds of business and art—inspiring individuals and teams to think more creatively, work more intuitively, and embody their full human potential in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.
Lindsay is a sought-after speaker for Fortune 500 companies, industry conferences, and top universities.
Through captivating storytelling, actionable insights, and electric energy, she empowers audiences to dream bigger, unlock their creative potential, and build careers that are both wildly successful and deeply fulfilling.
Lindsay is represented by the All American Speakers Bureau. Book her through her speaking agent here, or reach out to Lindsay directly to streamline the process.
RECENT SPEAKING CLIENTS
Lindsay in action
Keynote and 4x TEDx speaker | 5x Author | Creative Entrepreneur | Ex VP at Goldman Sachs
What university students are saying about Lindsay’s talks and workshops…
Lindsay has spoken at dozens of universities around the world, delivering talks that leave students inspired, clear on their next steps, and empowered to design careers—and lives—that are both financially sustainable and deeply fulfilling.
Speaking Testimonials for Lindsay
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"Lindsay's keynote talk was fabulous! We had 300 women in the room, and people were talking about it all day. Her framework for making career leaps was so actionable and inspiring. We will have her back for future conferences!"
- Erica Colonero, Executive Woman Media, Washington DC
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"Lindsay was the keynote speaker for our 2025 Women in Leadership Conference at University of Michigan's Ross School of Business. She did a truly excellent job and made it so interactive for the audience. Her story is incredible and so inspiring to this next generation of leaders."
- Ivy Lee, University of Michigan Ross School of Business
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"We reached out to Lindsay to be the keynote speaker at our 2025 Michigan Women in Finance Conference. She surpassed all our expectations and earned every dollar we invested in her. Her talk had people nodding along, laughing, and crying, and she led breakout sessions to help everyone integrate the messages as well. Would absolutely recommend her for keynotes and workshops. "
Aimee Kornowicz, Michigan Women in Finance
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“Lindsay’s talk really stayed with me. I’ve struggled with balancing what seems ‘smart’ for my career with what I’m truly passionate about—and it was so comforting to see that the two don’t have to be mutually exclusive.”
— Jonathan Ramsay, University of Notre Dame
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“Having Lindsay speak at our college was phenomenal. She gets it—she’s been in our shoes—and she models a new way of building a career where you create your own dream, not someone else’s. The creative exercises and breakout sessions changed the trajectory of our class projects.”
- Levi Thompson, Kalamazoo College
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“Lindsay’s energy is magnetic. She inspires everyone in the room to dream bigger, and presents everything in such an actionable way—it’s not just inspiring, but incredibly practical. We’re so grateful she was the keynote speaker for our conference.”
- Erin Visscher, PNC Bank
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“Lindsay’s TEDx talk lit up the entire room. She struck a rare balance…deeply prepared, yet fully present and connected in the moment. Her talk went on to earn TEDx Editor’s Choice Award, and it was clear why. The audience was not only inspired during her talk, but eager to connect with her afterward! Lindsay has a natural ability to engage, energize, and leave a lasting impact. I can’t recommend her highly enough for audiences of all kinds—from professionals to students and beyond."
- Adina Zago, TEDx Organizer, University College of Cork
BOOK Lindsay for one of her signature
TALKS + WORKSHOPS
Lindsay works with you to develop a custom talk or workshop that will be most impactful and inspiring for your audience.
Here are a few of her most popular topics:
1. Unleash Your Creative Power to Become Happier and More Productive
In an age of burnout and employee detachment, creativity is one of the most underutilized tools for both fulfillment and performance. In this interactive session, Lindsay introduces her proprietary Creative Code Quiz™, helping individuals understand their zones of genius for how they naturally create and problem-solve, and how to apply this to their work.
Audience:
Corporate teams, early-career professionals, high-achieving individuals experiencing burnout, organizations focused on innovation and engagement
Outcomes:
• Identify your unique Creative Code™ and how it shows up in your work
• Learn how to access flow state more consistently in a professional environment
• Increase productivity by identifying and working with your zones of genius
• Reconnect with a sense of creativity, energy, and intrinsic motivation
• Walk away with practical tools to integrate creativity into your day-to-day work
2. Break Out of Boxes and Let Your Authentic Leadership Style Shine
In today’s evolving workplace, the most effective leaders are not those who fit a mol, but those who break it. Drawing on her experience navigating multiple worlds—from corporate to creative, entrepreneurship to the arts—and building her career in environments where she often felt like an outsider, Lindsay shares how stepping into her authentic leadership style unlocked both personal confidence and professional impact.
Audience:
Corporate teams, leadership development programs, emerging leaders, high-achieving professionals
Outcomes:
• Identify where you may be conforming vs. leading authentically
• Build confidence in your natural communication and leadership style
• Understand how authenticity drives stronger team performance and innovation
• Learn how to navigate environments where you may feel like an outsider
• Step into leadership in a way that feels both powerful and sustainable
3.Build Your Dream Career: Designing a Non-Linear Path That Lights You Up
Using her journey from Vice President at Goldman Sachs to author and entrepreneur, Lindsay shares a new framework for navigating careers in a world where the traditional path no longer applies. This talk empowers students and early professionals to embrace risk, reframe rejection, and take aligned action toward a career that evolves with them.
Audience:
University students, early-career professionals, career centers, entrepreneurship programs
Outcomes:
• Redefine success beyond prestige and external expectations
• Gain a framework for navigating non-linear career paths
• Reframe rejection and uncertainty as part of long-term growth
• Identify 1–2 aligned next steps toward your ideal career path
• Feel empowered to pursue work that is both financially sustainable and deeply meaningful
Lindsay’s speaking fees begin at $5,000, plus travel. She is happy to collaborate on a format and structure that aligns with your goals. You can book her through her speaker agency here or reach out to Lindsay directly.
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