Real life.
Real stories.
Real resilience.
Meet Suzanne.
A two-time brain surgery survivor, inspirational speaker, and former broadcast journalist, Suzanne Spencer, has more than a decade of experience telling powerful stories. When her phone rang in 2021, the news was delivered to her – that she had a brain tumor – and it redefined her perspective and path. Today, she is the founder of Suzanne Speaks, a Milwaukee-based business dedicated to inspiring resilience and guiding others through personal and professional challenges. With authenticity, vulnerability, and the heart of a storyteller, Suzanne empowers audiences to face adversity with courage and community.
With the poise and warmth of a news anchor and the humility of a woman who’s faced some of life’s greatest challenges, Suzanne is a talented speaker presenter who leaves her audience inspired and reflective. Her thought-provoking message had me fully engaged from the moment she uttered her first few words.
Strategic Initiatives Consultant
The Keynote
The power of storytelling and resilience comes alive in a memorable session with Suzanne Spencer, a brain tumor survivor and former tv news anchor, who knows what it’s like to receive unexpected news that leaves you asking yourself, “now what?” Suzanne’s journey through two brain surgeries –while becoming a mother, brings authenticity, advocacy, and relatable perspective to pivotal moments we all face when personal hardship intersects with professional ambition. Audiences will walk away inspired to see their mindset, inner voice, and community as assets to overcome everyday challenges in their personal and professional lives.
Takeaway Framework
Audiences will gain a deeper awareness that mindset isn’t something we only think about in crisis—it’s a decision we reinforce every day with consistent action. Like reps in a weight room, the real strength comes from practicing perspective shifts during everyday moments—so we’re better prepared for more difficult challenges.
Mindset is a daily choice.
Mindset is a daily choice.
Suzanne shares how her career as a journalist made her an expert in finding the silver lining in difficult stories—and how that same skill helped her listen to her own inner voice during her brain tumor journey. Audiences will learn how to tune into that voice, understand the impact small adjustments can drive, and use it to accomplish both personal and professional results. Listening to one’s own inner voice is a daily practice that can lead to more authentic decisions and deeper self-trust that is necessary when overcoming adversity.
Listening to your inner voice.
Audiences will walk away with simple, actionable strategies to create meaningful community—at work, at home, and in digital spaces. Suzanne’s vulnerability on air and on social media while in the public eye didn’t just invite support—it built community. Audiences will not only learn how to find authentic connection through storytelling, but how to be that connection for others. This final takeaway is a powerful invitation that by looking inward and reaching outward, we can all rise stronger—together.
Building authentic community.
Suzanne is an inspirational leader who takes real life lessons and transforms them into practical applications for you or your business. Suzanne leaves you with thought provoking takeaways that can be utilized in every day life.
Co-founder and business owner
Testimonials
"Suzanne went above and beyond to come so prepared and add her personal commentary to our run of show - so polished, warm, professional and personal. We are so thankful she continues to come back and make our event an enjoyable and seamless experience for the audience."
— Wauwatosa Public Library Foundation Board
"Suzanne elevated our event beyond expectation. From our initial meeting, she was the consummate professional and made our planning process so much easier...We cannot recommend working with her enough!"
— Moms Mental Health Initiative
"From the initial planning stages to the event's conclusion, Suzanne was a dream to work with--her communication was clear, professional, and seamless. She asked thought-provoking questions that ensured every element of her presentation aligned perfectly with our goals."
— South Suburban Chamber of Commerce
“Her natural charisma and genuine warmth immediately resonated with the audience, creating an engaging and memorable evening...I was thrilled to see how her professionalism and enthusiasm elevated the event.”
— Community Smiles Dental Board Member
