Debbie Sterling
Keynote Speaker: Tech Engineer & Founder and CEO of GoldieBlox; Advocate for Women in STEM
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Categories:Inspirational, Innovation, Business Leadership, Creativity, Executive Leadership, Engineering, Science, Entrepreneurship, Women in Business, Female Leadership, STEM Education, Technology, Authors, Business, Leadership, Mathematics, STEM, Women's History Month, Youth, Influential Women, Women, Women in Tech
Debbie Sterling Biography
Debra "Debbie" Sterling is a driving force in the STEM industry, a powerful voice for women, and a leader for the next generation of female engineers. Excluded from the engineering world's boys club, Sterling gives insight into her experiences as an outcast. Enrolled at Stanford University, Sterling was concerned with the absence of women in her program. Sterling learned that female engineers totaled only 14% of the industry. She realized that girls don't want to be engineers because they aren't exposed to the thought or idea. After graduating, Sterling knew that needed to change.
Sterling disrupted the toy industry by creating GoldieBlox, a multimedia toy company designed to foster creative exploration, ignite creativity, and develop spatial skills in young girls. She believes that creativity is crucial for impressionable female youth, and GoldieBlox exposes them to their fullest potential.
Sterling was told several times that girls were meant to stay in the "pink aisle" of the toy store–enforcing the notion that they're meant to play with dolls and princesses while boys are given building blocks and trains. Defying claims that girls tend to demonstrate less interest in science, math, and engineering, Sterling's speeches challenge audiences to look beyond stereotypes to see the potential of what women and girls can achieve.
Using her passion, rejection, and drive, Sterling has created a world where girls can have more than a princess phase– they can be "makers." Sterling is the Founder and CEO of GoldieBlox, the award-winning children's multimedia company known for disrupting the pink aisle in toy stores globally and challenging gender stereotypes with the world's first girl engineer character. GoldieBlox's Kickstarter campaign led to $1 million in sales, was sold in Toys "R" Us, and was a best-seller on Amazon. The app now has over 1 million downloads and over 1 million toys sold across more than 6,000 major worldwide retailers. GoldieBlox was named one of the World's Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company in 2014 and was awarded the 2014 Educational Toy of the Year by The Toy Industry Association.
Sterling is an engineer, entrepreneur, spokesperson, and one of the leaders in the movement toward getting girls interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). She was named TIME's "Person of the Moment," InStyle's 50 Most Badass Women, LinkedIn's "Top Voice, "Fortune's "40 Under 40," and she was honored by the National Retail Federation as one of 25 "People Shaping Retail's Future." In 2015, she was inducted as a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship under the Obama administration and honored by the National Women's History Museum with a "Living Legacy" Award for her work to empower girls around the world. Sterling received her degree in Engineering at Stanford University in 2005.
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Debbie Sterling Speaking Topics
Close your eyes and picture an engineer. You probably weren't envisioning Debbie Sterling. Debbie Sterling is an engineer and founder of GoldieBlox, a toy company out to inspire the next generation of female engineers. She has made it her mission in life to tackle the gender gap in science, technology, engineering and math.
When Debbie Sterling heard from Steve Jobs at her Stanford graduation that she should “never settle” until she found her true passion, she took this to heart. After graduating with a degree in Mechanical Engineering & Product Design, she had firsthand knowledge of how significantly men outnumber women in science, technology, engineering and math. Debbie became determined to “disrupt the pink aisle” with a toy that would introduce young girls to the joy of engineering. Less than three years after launching GoldieBlox on Kickstarter, she has launched a Superbowl ad, an award-winning iOS app, and GoldieBlox toys in more than 6,000 retail stores worldwide. Debbie has also recently been selected to join the Presidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship, a select group "committed to helping develop the next generation of entrepreneurs around the world." Hear Debbie’s story of challenging the status quo, achieving audacious goals, and igniting a national conversation about breaking gender stereotypes.
Debbie Sterling Videos
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What topics does Debbie Sterling speak about?
Debbie Sterling is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Innovation, Business Leadership, Creativity, Executive Leadership, Engineering, Science, Entrepreneurship, Women in Business, Female Leadership, STEM Education, Technology, Authors, Business, Leadership, Mathematics, STEM, Women's History Month, Youth, Influential Women, Women and Women in Tech.
Where does Debbie Sterling travel from?
Debbie Sterling generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Debbie Sterling?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Debbie Sterling for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Debbie Sterling for your next private or corporate function.
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Debbie Sterling is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Inspirational, Innovation and Business Leadership. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Debbie Sterling generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sylvia Acevedo, Nicole Yeary and Megan Smith. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Debbie Sterling for an upcoming event.
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Debbie Sterling Speaking Topics
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Inspiring the Next Generation of Female Engineers
Close your eyes and picture an engineer. You probably weren't envisioning Debbie Sterling. Debbie Sterling is an engineer and founder of GoldieBlox, a toy company out to inspire the next generation of female engineers. She has made it her mission in life to tackle the gender gap in science, technology, engineering and math.
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Think Audacious
When Debbie Sterling heard from Steve Jobs at her Stanford graduation that she should “never settle” until she found her true passion, she took this to heart. After graduating with a degree in Mechanical Engineering & Product Design, she had firsthand knowledge of how significantly men outnumber women in science, technology, engineering and math. Debbie became determined to “disrupt the pink aisle” with a toy that would introduce young girls to the joy of engineering. Less than three years after launching GoldieBlox on Kickstarter, she has launched a Superbowl ad, an award-winning iOS app, and GoldieBlox toys in more than 6,000 retail stores worldwide. Debbie has also recently been selected to join the Presidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship, a select group "committed to helping develop the next generation of entrepreneurs around the world." Hear Debbie’s story of challenging the status quo, achieving audacious goals, and igniting a national conversation about breaking gender stereotypes.
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What you can learn from being asked to resign
GoldieBlox founder Debbie Sterling says, “At the time, I was completely caught off guard and painfully full of self-doubt. In retrospect, it was the best thing to ...
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How I navigated being my husband's boss
Debbie Sterling of GoldieBlox reflects on what it was like to bring her husband on board at the startup.
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GoldieBlox helps get girls into engineering - SFGate
Debbie Sterling was both embarrassed ("what a weird thing to suggest") and flattered ("oh, she thinks I'm smart") when her high school math teacher in Rhode ...
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Debbie Sterling Gives Girl Toys a New Tune | Person of the Moment ...
As the CEO of toy company GoldieBlox, Stanford-educated engineer Debbie Sterling wants to disrupt the “pink aisle” with an alternative to princess attire, tea ...
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Women in Business: Q&A with Debbie Sterling, Founder of GoldieBlox
Debbie Sterling is an engineer and founder of GoldieBlox, a toy company out to inspire the next generation of female engineers. She has made it her mission in ...
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How do I book Debbie Sterling to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Debbie Sterling for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Debbie Sterling, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Debbie Sterling or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Debbie Sterling for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Debbie Sterling, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Debbie Sterling, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Debbie Sterling speak about?
Debbie Sterling is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Innovation, Business Leadership, Creativity, Executive Leadership, Engineering, Science, Entrepreneurship, Women in Business, Female Leadership, STEM Education, Technology, Authors, Business, Leadership, Mathematics, STEM, Women's History Month, Youth, Influential Women, Women and Women in Tech. -
Where does Debbie Sterling travel from?
Debbie Sterling generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Debbie Sterling?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Debbie Sterling for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Debbie Sterling for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Debbie Sterling or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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