Joanna Lohman

Speech Topics

• Amplifying IMPACT: You Don’t Have to Be the Greatest to Be Great

  Joanna Lohman, a former professional soccer player with nearly two decades of experience competing at the highest level, knows firsthand the relentless pursuit of greatness. As part of one of the most dominant teams in sports, she spent years chasing perfection and glory. But her most profound lessons didn’t come from victories on the pitch—they came from discovering a deeper, more lasting impact beyond the game. In Amplifying Impact, Joanna shares the transformative journey that redefined her understanding of success—not as a pursuit of being the best, but as a commitment to lifting others. Now an international sports diplomat and keynote speaker, she has traveled the world teaching people that true greatness isn’t about being the G.O.A.T.—it’s about fully embracing your role, inspiring those around you, and creating meaningful change. This keynote taps into our innate human desire to contribute and make a difference. Joanna empowers audiences to recognize that impact isn’t measured by status or accolades, but by the influence we have on our teams, our communities, and the world. Through powerful storytelling and actionable insights, she inspires individuals to step into their own greatness—one act of commitment, courage, and contribution at a time. Sub Keynotes: Impact Leadership: Leaders shape the culture and direction of their organizations. This speech equips decision-makers with tools to identify hidden potential, align individual strengths with collective goals, and build teams that thrive on shared purpose and trust. Impact Women: Women often balance expectations while striving for meaningful achievements. This session encourages them to own their narrative, step into opportunities with confidence, and redefine success on their own terms, inspiring those who look to them for leadership. Impact LGBTQ: Identity is a source of strength. This speech celebrates the LGBTQ community’s unique perspectives, offering insights on overcoming barriers, embracing individuality, and creating positive change through authenticity and unapologetic self-expression. Impact Youth: Young people are at the cusp of discovering their impact. This talk challenges them to reject comparison, focus on their passions, and understand how their actions today can lay the groundwork for a fulfilling future.

• The Greatest Contributions You’ll Never See: How Every Role Drives the Win

  Joanna Lohman wasn’t the star who scored the winning goal. She didn’t have her face on the Wheaties box. But behind the scenes, Joanna Lohman was the heartbeat of the team – the culture-setter, the connector, and the glue that made greatness possible. The real game-changers aren’t always in the spotlight. Great teams win because every role matters. The most impactful contributors are often the ones who create the conditions for greatness, setting the stage so others can shine, and turning individual brilliance into collective victory. Joanna’s story is a wake-up call for every organization chasing big wins. Most companies aren’t fighting for a World Cup or an Olympic medal, but they are fighting for success, continuous improvement, and a stronger and more resilient company culture. And that takes more than a star player. It takes a team where every role matters and every person plays to their highest value. To win big, every business needs employees who embrace their unique role and give it their all, and every leader needs to see, value, and reward the work done in the shadows that makes the success in the spotlight possible. True leadership is not about always being in the center of the action. Not everyone gets to be the wizard. Some are warriors who are essential to creating the conditions where others can thrive and are essential to the win. In this inspiring and motivating keynote, Joanna shares how she learned, after nearly 40 years of chasing the spotlight role, that her true power came not from stepping aside but from stepping into the position that demanded a different kind of strength and unleashed a skill set that elevated everyone around her. This keynote challenges audiences to recognize the unseen contributions that fuel success and embrace roles that unlock maximum impact, not maximum visibility. Great teams win because every role matters. Joanna Lohman will make sure your audience never forgets it.

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