SPEAKING

Thoughtful Insight. Grounded Presence. Meaningful Impact.

I speak at the intersection of STEM education, identity development, leadership, and sustainable practice.

Whether addressing faculty, educators, researchers, or cross-sector leaders, my goal is simple: to offer insight that is intellectually rigorous, practically relevant, and deeply human.

I don’t just deliver information.
I create space for reflection, clarity, and forward movement.

Signature Speaking Topics

  • STEM Identity & Belonging
    Exploring STEM, personal, and social frameworks to strengthen student persistence and educator impact.
  • Sustainable Leadership in Education
    Preventing burnout while advancing innovation and excellence.
  • Equity-Centered STEM Systems Design
    Building programs and policies that support inclusion and long-term change.
  • Faculty Reskilling & Emerging Technologies
    Navigating digital innovation with confidence and intention.
  • Integrating Scholarship & Embodiment
    Why intellectual leadership requires sustainable personal practice.

Formats

  • Keynote Addresses
  • Conference Presentations
  • Faculty Workshops
  • Professional Development Sessions
  • Panel Participation
  • Virtual or In-Person Engagements

Custom sessions are available upon request.

I Speak To

  • Higher education faculty and administrators
  • K–12 educators and district leaders
  • Research collaboratives
  • Grant-funded initiatives
  • Professional organizations
  • Women in leadership spaces

My Speaking Style

Participants often describe my approach as:

  • Thought-provoking
  • Clear and grounded
  • Relational and engaging
  • Insightful without being overwhelming

I balance research-based insight with lived experience and practical application — creating sessions that resonate long after the event ends.

My work is particularly suited for spaces seeking both intellectual rigor and relational depth. I believe effective leadership development must engage the whole person — not just the professional role.

Inquire About Booking

If you’re interested in bringing Dr. Stassi to your event or organization, please visit the Connect page and select “Speaking Engagement.”

Please include:

  • Event name
  • Date
  • Audience size
  • Format
  • Projected honorarium

I look forward to learning more about your vision.

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