Dr. Kristen Donnelly

Dr. Kristen Donnelly

Keynote Speaker: Empathy Educator & Founder at Abbey Research; TEDx Speaker; Co-Author of "The Culture of Burnout: Why Your Exhaustion is Not Your Fault"

Dr. Kristen Donnelly Biography

Kristen Donnelly (MSW, M.Div, PhD) is an award winning, four time TEDx speaker, international empathy educator, author, and researcher with over two decades of experience in helping people understand the beauty in difference, and the power in inclusivity. She is one of The Good Doctors of Abbey Research, COO of their parent company, co-founder of the Community Research Institute, and an unapologetic nerd for stories of change.

Donnelly is a regular contributor to Forbes, Medium, and Thrive Global and the co-author of the bestselling book, "The Culture of Burnout: Why Your Exhaustion is Not Your Fault." She lives outside of Philadelphia with her husband, where they are surrounded by piles of books and several video game consoles.

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Dr. Kristen Donnelly Speaking Topics

The Culture of Burnout

Based on our multi-award winning book "The Culture of Burnout" this talk introduces the cultural origins of burnout and provides practical tips on how to overcome it.

How to Work With Different Generations

We are currently living through the greatest generational gap in the workforce. This talk explains what you need to know about multigenerational workforces and how to manage them effectively.

Recruitment & Retention Post-COVID

We all might be tired of talking about the pandemic, but it is still having a lasting impact on the workplace and economy. In this talk, Kristen shares her insights and success stories from transitioning to ownership during a global pandemic.

Dr. Kristen Donnelly Videos

Reloveution Power Hours - YouTube
Exploring Empathy + The Culture of Burnout
Dr. Kristen Donnelly | Life in New Places Leads to New Lives

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What topics does Dr. Kristen Donnelly speak about?

Dr. Kristen Donnelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as DEI, Diversity & Inclusion, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Neurodiversity, Belonging, Human Resources, Gender Equality, Culture, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights and Corporate Culture.

Where does Dr. Kristen Donnelly travel from?

Dr. Kristen Donnelly generally travels from Philadelphia, PA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Dr. Kristen Donnelly?

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Dr. Kristen Donnelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including DEI, Diversity & Inclusion and Thought Leadership. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. Kristen Donnelly for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Dr. Kristen Donnelly generally travels from Philadelphia, PA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. Kimberly Harden, Deanna Singh and Tania Israel. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. Kristen Donnelly for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 08/01/2025.

Dr. Kristen Donnelly Speaking Topics

  • The Culture of Burnout

    Based on our multi-award winning book "The Culture of Burnout" this talk introduces the cultural origins of burnout and provides practical tips on how to overcome it.

  • How to Work With Different Generations

    We are currently living through the greatest generational gap in the workforce. This talk explains what you need to know about multigenerational workforces and how to manage them effectively.

  • Recruitment & Retention Post-COVID

    We all might be tired of talking about the pandemic, but it is still having a lasting impact on the workplace and economy. In this talk, Kristen shares her insights and success stories from transitioning to ownership during a global pandemic.

Dr. Kristen Donnelly Videos

Reloveution Power Hours - YouTube
Exploring Empathy + The Culture of Burnout
Dr. Kristen Donnelly | Life in New Places Leads to New Lives
  • How do I book Dr. Kristen Donnelly to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dr. Kristen Donnelly 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 Dr. Kristen Donnelly, 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 Dr. Kristen Donnelly or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Dr. Kristen Donnelly for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Dr. Kristen Donnelly, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Kristen Donnelly are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Kristen Donnelly, 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 Dr. Kristen Donnelly speak about?

    Dr. Kristen Donnelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as DEI, Diversity & Inclusion, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Neurodiversity, Belonging, Human Resources, Gender Equality, Culture, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights and Corporate Culture.
  • Where does Dr. Kristen Donnelly travel from?

    Dr. Kristen Donnelly generally travels from Philadelphia, PA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Dr. Kristen Donnelly?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Kristen Donnelly 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 Dr. Kristen Donnelly 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 Dr. Kristen Donnelly 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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