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KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Story-driven keynotes on
the human side of change.
Kristi Duvall doesn't just study organizational transformation — she's led it. From the inside. Through acquisitions, resistant teams, and the moments nobody sees. Her keynotes leave audiences energized to move forward — without waiting to have it all figured out.
International keynote speaker · 25+ years in manufacturing & distribution · Creator of the SPARK Method™
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FuturePrint Leaders Summit — Geneva | FuturePrint Corrugated & Labels — Valencia | Women in Print | SHRM - Seattle | DSCOOP Edge — St. Louis | Printing United — Atlanta | Women in Manufacturing | Center for Advanced Manufacturing
Signature Keynote · 01
The Human Side of Transformation
Why change initiatives fail — and what actually makes them stick
Most change efforts don't fail because of strategy. They fail because leaders underestimate the human response to it. Kristi's work sits at the intersection of the internal work — building self-trust and conviction — and the external work of creating alignment and guiding others through change.
"Change is not the exception anymore. It's the environment."
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Why resistance is information — not defiance
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How to create stability when everything around you is shifting
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The difference between managing change and leading people through it
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How to build conditions where change actually sticks
Manufacturing · PE Portfolio · Corporate Leadership · Post-Acquisition Teams
Proven Keynote · 02
The SPARK Within
Leading Through Change with Confidence
You're being asked to lead change before direction is fully defined. Expectations keep shifting. Pressure keeps stacking. This keynote gives leaders a repeatable framework — the SPARK Method™ — they can return to every time change shows up.
"You cannot lead others through change if you haven't learned to lead yourself first."
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Why resistance is information — not defiance
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How to create stability when everything around you is shifting
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The difference between managing change and leading people through it
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How to build conditions where change actually sticks
Women in Leadership · Industry Conferences · Corporate Events · Leadership Summits
STAGE EXPERIENCE
Where Kristi has spoken
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND
FuturePrint Leaders Summit
FuturePrint Corrugated and Labels
VALENCIA, SPAIN
Women in Print Alliance
VIRTUAL KEYNOTE
DSCOOP Edge
ST. LOUIS, MO
Printing United Expo
ATLANTA, GA
SHRM Seattle
SEATTLE, WA
Women in Manufacturing
KENT, WA
ATLANTA, GA
HP Experience Center
SEATTLE, WA
Center for Advanced Manufacturing
ALSO HEARD ON
Podcasts + Media appearances
FUTUREPRINT PODCAST - EP 63
Women Leading in Print — Panel Discussion FuturePrint · Recorded live at FuturePrint Leaders Summit, Geneva
FuturePrint
LISTEN TO THE EPISODE
FUTUREPRINT PODCAST - EP 53
Packaging, People and Pushing for Progress
FuturePrint
LISTEN TO THE EPISODE
FUTUREPRINT PODCAST - EP 53
FUTUREPRINT PODCAST - EP 21
Insights and Inspiration in Custom Corrugated Packaging
FuturePrint
LISTEN TO THE EPISODE
SECOND WIND WOMEN
From Sales to Self-Trust: Leading Without Burning Out
Second Wind Women
LISTEN TO THE EPISODE
IMPRESSIONS EXCHANGE
Revolutionizing the Packaging Industry with Innovation and Leadership
Alliance Media Brands | Printing Impressions
LISTEN TO THE EPISODE
Press
"Kristi believes that when individuals and teams identify and achieve the potential within themselves, coupled with organizational success, that's when the magic happens" — Katy Hart
2021 Women in Wide Format Award Winner
Big Picture Magazine, October 2021 Issue
Meet the 2021 Women in Wide Format Winners: Kristi Duvall
WHO KRISTI SPEAKS FOR
Built for audiences navigating real change
Manufacturing & Industry
Conferences, associations, and trade events in manufacturing, packaging, and distribution.
Corporate Leadership
Company kickoffs, leadership summits, and offsites navigating change or transformation.
Women in Leadership
ERGs, women's conferences, and industry groups focused on leadership development.
PE Portfolio Events
Post-acquisition leadership teams and PE-sponsored operator conferences.
FORMATS
Choose your experience
Every engagement is customized to your audience and your event goals. Kristi works best with organizers who want a speaker that leaves audiences energized and equipped — not just inspired.
Keynote
Bold, story-driven, and built to move audiences. Designed for leadership summits, industry conferences, company meetings, and annual events. 30–60 minutes.
Workshop
Hands-on and applied. Ideal for leadership teams who want to go deeper into the SPARK Method™. Participants leave with tools and immediate next steps. Half-day or full-day.
Panel Moderation
Kristi brings the same clarity and presence to facilitation that she brings to the stage. Available for industry panels and executive roundtables.
Virtual Keynote
Fully adapted for virtual delivery with the same energy, stories, and audience engagement as an in-person event.
WHAT AUDIENCES SAY
From the room
"It's been my honor to know and work with Kristi over several years. Kristi is rising to be the Brené Brown of leadership. Her presentation to our manufacturing community is still the highest-rated. She speaks from a place of real achievement, and she gives people the capabilities they need to become great leaders."
Kirk Davis
Executive Director · Center for Advanced Manufacturing
"When I think about all the speakers I have seen on all the stages and all the shows, Kristi Duvall really stands out. On stage, she is engaging, creative, and really knows how to bring the audience closer to her. I would recommend her for any event on a wide range of topics if you really want your audience to get engaged and stay engaged."
Kelly Mallozzi
Moderator · DSCOOP
Vice President, Program Director, Girls Who Print
"I've had the privilege of knowing Kristi Duvall for nearly a decade. I've seen her lead sales teams, facilitate workshops, and speak at industry events. Her experience and track record speak for themselves, but it's her ability to connect with and guide others that stands out. She offers clear, actionable direction that helps business leaders navigate uncertain times with confidence."
Spencer Kabelac
Owner, Spencer Kabelac Productions