Teresa Taylor

Teresa Taylor

Keynote Speaker: Former Telecom Executive, Corporate Advisor, Author

Teresa Taylor Biography

Throughout her career, Teresa Taylor nurtured a legacy of pioneering change, vision, and demonstrated leadership that earned her recognition in investor media, among shareholders, customers, and employees. She is a respected telecom industry executive recognized for her strategic planning and leadership skills, and she leads by example, finding opportunities for change and striving to consistently create value.

As CEO of Blue Valley Advisors, LLC, Taylor advises companies, government agencies, and other endeavors on vision, strategy, operations, and public affairs. She also shares her experience on integrating personal and professional life, drawing on anecdotes from her time in significant meetings, including those at the White House and union negotiations, and even at her sons' soccer practices.

Taylor retired from Qwest, now known as CenturyLink, as the Chief Operating Officer where she was responsible for the strategy and daily operations of the Sales, Product Marketing, Network, and IT organizations. During her tenure, she led 30,000 employees and drove the company's execution in serving customers, overseeing the Network and IT deployment, and represented the company with investors and Wall Street. Taylor played a pivotal role in facilitating the $20 billion acquisition process, navigating the complexities of a large corporate merger.

Previously, Taylor held numerous executive positions at Qwest, including Executive Vice President of Business Markets, Chief Administrative Officer, Executive Vice President of Wholesale, and Executive Vice President of Products. Before her 23 years with Qwest, she worked with several startup technology companies.

Taylor serves on the Board of Directors for T-Mobile USA, Inc., NiSource, Inc., and First Interstate BancSystem, Inc. She resides in Denver, Colorado, and is active in the community and public affairs. Her past positions include Executive Advisor to Governor Hickenlooper, Global Leadership Council for the Colorado State University – College of Business, Colorado Technology Association, and Colorado State Job Cabinet. Taylor is also an active member in the National Association of Corporate Directors and Women Corporate Directors.

Her award-winning book, "The Balance Myth: Rethinking Work-Life Success," inspires readers to reconsider the conventional view of work-life balance, offering insights into achieving professional and personal success. Taylor is also a distinguished TED speaker, presenting on topics such as gender diversity in leadership and debunking the work-life balance myth.

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Teresa Taylor Speaking Topics

Nurturing Business Relationships that Thrive

Finding the Right Network and Making Connections

The Intangibles of Leadership

The Balance Myth

Rethinking Work-Life Balance to Succeed at Home AND in the Office

Teresa Taylor Videos

WICT RM - May 30th, 2013 - Teresa Taylor on Vimeo
On integrating intense personal and professional lives to thrive ...

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What topics does Teresa Taylor speak about?

Teresa Taylor is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Business Leadership, Personal Growth, Work-Life Balance, Networking, Innovation, Women's Empowerment, Empowerment, Women in Business and Female Leadership.

Where does Teresa Taylor travel from?

Teresa Taylor generally travels from Denver, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Teresa Taylor?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Teresa Taylor 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 Teresa Taylor for your next private or corporate function.

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Teresa Taylor is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Business Leadership and Personal Growth. The estimated speaking fee range to book Teresa Taylor for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Teresa Taylor generally travels from Denver, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sara Blakely, Nicole Yeary and Emory Austin. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Teresa Taylor for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Teresa Taylor Speaking Topics

  • Nurturing Business Relationships that Thrive

  • Finding the Right Network and Making Connections

  • The Intangibles of Leadership

  • The Balance Myth

  • Rethinking Work-Life Balance to Succeed at Home AND in the Office

Teresa Taylor Videos

WICT RM - May 30th, 2013 - Teresa Taylor on Vimeo
On integrating intense personal and professional lives to thrive ...

Teresa Taylor Reviews

  • Great presentation. Everyone took something away from it! Thanks to everyone for making this an enjoyable experience.
    Meridian Compensation Consultants - Jun 26 2019

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  • How do I book Teresa Taylor to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Teresa Taylor, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Teresa Taylor, 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 Teresa Taylor speak about?

    Teresa Taylor is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Business Leadership, Personal Growth, Work-Life Balance, Networking, Innovation, Women's Empowerment, Empowerment, Women in Business and Female Leadership.
  • Where does Teresa Taylor travel from?

    Teresa Taylor generally travels from Denver, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Teresa Taylor?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Teresa Taylor 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 Teresa Taylor 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 Teresa Taylor 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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