Real Talk. Radical Momentum.

Tara Karels is a seasoned leader and fierce communicator who knows how to command a room — and crack it wide open. With a message rooted in lived experience and expertise in resilience and momentum, she blends raw emotion, bold truth, and unexpected humor to ignite audiences into action. Her keynotes are more than inspiring — they’re unforgettable, energizing, and exactly what teams need to move forward stronger.

Signature Speaking Topics

  • Thriving Through Adversity: How to stay in momentum when life gets hard.
  • Leadership After the Storm: Building resilient teams and culture in a post-crisis world.
  • The P.O.L.E.S. Framework: A powerful tool for navigating setbacks and rising stronger.
Tara Karels Speaking

Upcoming Speaking Events

  • May 13: Minneapolis, MN
  • May 19: Brainerd, MN
  • May 28: Madden's Resort, East Gull Lake, MN
  • June 6-8:Trammell Crow Center, Dallas, TX

What Audiences Are Saying

“Tara’s keynote was unforgettable. She had our entire audience in tears one moment and fired up to lead the next. Raw, powerful, and real.”

– Conference Attendee, 2024

“I’ve never seen a speaker connect so deeply, so fast. Tara doesn’t sugarcoat—she shifts people. Our team is still talking about it.”

– HR Director, Healthcare Event