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Keynote Speaking

Keynote Speaking

A Revolutionary Approach to Parenting

Let Nicole empower your audiences with the tools they need to help children grow, connect and thrive.

Nicole Runyon, LMSW, is a parenting keynote speaker with a 22-year career working with children and adolescents. She is the bestselling author of Free to Fly and a mother of 2.

As Seen On Fox News Live and National Media

Event planners vet a speaker's authority before her topics. Nicole Runyon brings national media credibility to your stage, led by her Fox News Live appearances.

The Problem

Why Today's Parenting Advice Fails Parents and Educators

Today's parents and educators are being bombarded with parenting advice that is disconnected to what we know to be right for our children.

  • WE ARE CONSTANTLY WORRIED.
  • WE WANT OUR CHILDREN TO THRIVE.
  • WE ARE AFRAID TO DISCIPLINE OUR CHILDREN.
  • WE DESPERATELY WANT TO DO THE RIGHT THING.

Too many parents and educators think that the solution is mental healthcare and this has led to millions of children flooding the healthcare system when, in reality:

The solution is within us. US PARENTS. US EDUCATORS.

That's why having these conversations now is so critical. And that's why Nicole is passionate about helping you facilitate these conversations.

Signature Keynote

Connecting to the iGeneration Child: How to Navigate Parenting in a Digital World

Connecting to the iGeneration Child is Nicole Runyon's signature keynote for parents, educators, and school leaders. The talk examines how digital technology and common parenting practices interfere with child development, and it gives audiences practical ways to rebuild independence at each developmental stage.

Water takes the shape of the container it's in. Children work in much the same way.

In this signature talk, Nicole will show your audience how to become the container that their children need. She talks about the many profound ways children today are being stunted in their development. She explains how today's poor parenting practices coupled with the use of technology decreases independence and maturity.

She also offers ways in which parents and educators can follow their instincts and give children what they need in each phase of their development. Parents and educators will walk away from this presentation feeling empowered with the tools they need to course correct and set children back on the right track to becoming successful young adults.

In this talk, Nicole will help your audience reconnect with their instincts and awaken to their own power to make a difference in children's lives. Because children (and teens!) are resilient. And it's not too late.

The keynote builds on the framework from her bestselling book. Read her bestselling book Free to Fly.

Audience Reactions

What Audiences Say About Nicole's Keynotes

"I was impressed with Nicole's expertise in child development, parenting, and the impact of screens and devices on our kids. She provides a valuable perspective on modern parenting challenges, emphasizing the importance of understanding our child's developmental needs in the digital age."
— Nicole Romine, Parent and Audience Member

What They Take Away

Top 5 Audience Takeaways

  1. 1Why today's children are disordered, dysfunctional and disconnected.
  2. 2Learn about child development and how digital technology impedes child development.
  3. 3How parenting practices are not allowing for maturity.
  4. 4How to follow your instincts about what a child needs.
  5. 5How to gain courage and conviction around not allowing early exposure to technology and social media.
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Why Book Nicole

Top 5 Reasons Your Audience Will Love Nicole

  1. 1They'll gain the tools to help them understand their children better.
  2. 2They'll learn techniques to help them be more connected with their child.
  3. 3They will walk away with massive aha-moments and a renewed sense of purpose.
  4. 4They will feel re-energized to face their parenting challenges.
  5. 5They'll hear real (and funny!) family stories that will make them feel less alone.

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