Meridith Elliott Powell, CSP, CPAE

Meridith Elliott Powell is an esteemed business growth expert, motivational keynote speaker, author and coach with a focus on sales, leadership and personal responsibility. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business, marketing, and economics from the University of South Carolina and has studied at renowned institutions such as Coach U, Haines Center for Systems Thinking Strategic Planning, EQ AT Work and Personality Insights. Formerly an author at Lynda.com and a LinkedIn Learning author at LinkedIn, she shares strategies to help leaders and CEOs succeed no matter what this economy does through her company, MotionFirst.

Meridith has worked with organizations such as LEADERSHIP USA, American Bankers Association, Women for Change Coaching Community, Friends of the Smokys and Asheville Rotary Club, and served on numerous boards including National Speakers Association - Carolinas Chapter and the Greater Henderson County Chamber of Commerce. She has spoken at various events including North Carolina Association of CPAs, Fidelity Bank, State Farm, Voya Investment Management, SHRM, American Payroll Association, City National Bank, Nationwide Insurance and Western Independent Bankers.

Meridith’s innovative approach to success involves helping professionals gain back control of their businesses, careers and lives. With her focus on decreasing stress and increasing results, she empowers leaders and business owners to work smarter in today's economy. Her expertise in sales, engagement, leadership and results enables organizations to drive profits and gain a competitive advantage. She provides various resources for individuals and organizations through her website www.valuespeaker.com, including motivational keynotes, online courses, coaching programs and workshops.