Speaking &
Workshops
Dana inspires audiences to stop settling, start choosing, and take ownership of creating a future filled with purpose, possibilities and freedom.
This isn’t about following someone else’s roadmap—it’s about creating your own.
Whether it’s a keynote or an interactive workshop, I engage people with stories, insights, and no-nonsense tools that spark reflection, connection, and action.
As a speaker, I bring a blend of honesty, insight, and inspiration that connects deeply with audiences navigating life’s second (or third) act.
My message is rooted in one powerful idea: you are at choice. You CAN create an (un)retirement life with more freedom and possibilities.
TALKS & WORKSHOPS THAT move AUDIENCES TO action
REFRAMING RETIREMENT: CREATING WHAT'S NEXT ON YOUR TERMS
You’re smart, accomplished, passionate about life… and so not “done”. This session is for those ready to rethink retirement as (un)retirement, a time of purpose, passion, and personal freedom. We’ll unpack the outdated retirement paradigm, explore what really matters to you, and create a flexible framework for what’s next. Whether you’re winding down work or starting something new, you’ll leave feeling energized and moved to action.
PLANNING FOR THE UNSPOKEN REALITIES OF RETIREMENT
We plan for the money—but what about the messy stuff no one talks about? Loss of identity, relevance, connection… and "What the hell do I do now?" syndrome. This session dives into the emotional side of retirement with humor, honesty, and practical tools to help people prepare for (un)retirement—not just the highlight reel.
BEYOND THE BUCKET LIST: EXPERIENCING A LIFE OF EVERYDAY AWE
This isn’t about ticking off a checklist of big experiences. It’s about experiencing your everyday life in a meaningful, energizing, adventurous way. Life is about moments, …make them matter.
SEE IT TO CREATE IT: ENVISIONING A LIFE OF PURPOSE AND FREEDOM IN (UN)RETIREMENT
You can’t create a life that lights you up without first knowing what's important to you. In this energizing, hands-on session, I'll help you tap into what you want your life to look and feel like in your next act of your life. You’ll leave with a clearer picture of your future and the inspiration to start making it real.
A SHORT COURSE IN HAPPINESS - IN MIDLIFE AND BEYOND
This lively and eye-opening workshop distills the science of happiness into real-world, midlife-relevant wisdom you can easily put into action. You'll uncover what truly drives lasting wellbeing (hint: it's not what society's been selling you) and learn simple yet powerful practices to boost joy, meaning, and resilience—right where you are, with the life you have now.