I’m Dea Irby, THE Belonging Mentor, TEDx speaker, and Amazon best selling author.
I’m on a mission to transform the workplace culture from disengagement to productivity. I help influential business leaders build a culture of belonging that will boost their bottom line with mentoring, masterminds, and messaging. One of my talk titles is "Boost the Bottom Line with Belonging."
I’m from Durham, NC
Dea did a great job with a leaders of people retreat. She made sure to ask all the right questions ahead of time and came prepared with a tailored group session that combined content with interactive group work. Feedback from participants was all positive and I look forward to working with Dea in the future.
Response from Dea Irby THE Belonging Mentor:
Natanya gathered some remarkable people who were thirsty to learn and grow. She gave me essential insights into her goals and the group needs. I am encouraged that there are people, like Natanya, who recognize the need to develop better Emotional Intelligence and company culture. I look forward to working with the group further.
Dea is a wonderfully energetic speaker with a lifetime of charming stories, a delightful sense of humor, and a gift for engaging with an audience. As a successful businessperson she had a great deal of actionable advice for us that's applicable in a wide variety of settings.
Response from Dea Irby THE Belonging Mentor:
David, thanks so much for your review. It was my pleasure to share with you and the group.
Dea has created an awesome framework for building a supportive and sustainable culture of Belonging, where employees and teams can thrive and grow! I’m thrilled to have had opportunity for her to present this framework on my Podcast - my listeners and I were equally engaged and interested. Her presentation is passionate and she clearly speaks from a position of knowledge and experience! I highly recommend her as a Speaker, Leader and authority in her field!
Response from Dea Irby THE Belonging Mentor:
Ah, Beverly, thanks so much for your endorsement. It was my pleasure to be a guest on your show and glad to know the impact I can make!
Dea, is a warm and compassionate speaker who is a wonderful engagement connector for managers and employees alike. When i heard her speak she related the real problems plaguing most managers and while employees go through the "great resignation" and that hurts the productivity and bottom line of every business. Her strategies to improve connection and employment will definitely help fight back that great resignation. Definitely hire her for your event!
-Coach Raja Vaidya ( Black Belt Confidence Coach)
Response from Dea Irby THE Belonging Mentor:
Thanks, Raja. It is my pleasure to bring hope to a hurting marketplace.
Dea was an amazing presenter. She knew what our members (attendees) needed and she delivered. No . . . I take that back . . . she OVER delivered! Energy, enthusiasm and a thorough knowledge of how to create a workplace that all but eliminates the quiet resignation and creates an environment where employees are valued. We'll have Dea back again! Thanks a million for your awesome program, Dea!
Response from Dea Irby THE Belonging Mentor:
Al, thanks for your kind words. I'd love to come back!!! Your group was hungry to grow and eager to listen.
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 30 - 90 minutes
Languages: English
"Dea is an exciting and entertaining speaker, no matter what her subject is."
~Norm W., Author, Speaker
"Dea's expertise is in stirring the heart. She makes you feel like you're the most important and at the same time her wisdom reminds you, you're not alone."
~Annelies G., Speaker, Author
"Dea wows as an amazing speaker and motivator. She's delivers presentations with a unique sense of humor and ensures audience's "get their money's worth."
~Sharon H, Speaker, Etiquette Trainer
"Dea is the eternal optimist and outstanding hard worker. She makes it fun to be a part of anything she does and is always the professional."
~Carol A., Business Owner
"Dea is a gifted southern talent. She is an engaging personality often sowing her candid commentary with humor."
~Dede G., Business Consultant
Before your event
I can...
Use my social networks and connections to help promote my appearance at your event
Create a promotional video or other content for your event, highlighting my session and why people should attend
Work with you and your team to ensure that my topic and presentation align with the needs of your audience
During your event
I can...
Deliver a customized presentation that fits your audience’s specific needs
Deliver an entertaining and inspiring performance onstage, as well as connect and engage with attendees on the floor
Be accessible for on-site video and audio interviews to help increase exposure for your event
A Southerner who lived throughout the south, Dea moved "north" to North Carolina in 2012 with her husband and the last of 8 children. In 2013, she got her RE license and began working throughout the Research Triangle of North Carolina. In May, 2018, Dea joined the Keller Williams United market center. She previously owned The Baron York Tea Room in North Georgia for 7 years and published "A Dollop and A Pinch: Recipes and Stories from The Baron York." She enjoys traveling all over the world to visit her 8 children and 19 grandchildren. She is also a TEDx Speaker (The Magic of the Meal), a Global Leadership Partners speaker, an award-winning author: “CLAIM Your People at Work: How Inclusive Leaders Keep their Employees Engaged and Productive” (Amazon Top 10), “An Ox in Your Kitchen: a Devotional Journal for Young Mothers,” “Like Dew on the Grass: A Devotional Journal for Women Seeking God,” “Molding Global Citizens: a guide for parents,” "Supporting Visionary Dreamers: a guide for parents," a contributing author in “9/11 That Beautiful Broken Day” and in three Chicken Soup for the Soul editions (“Step Outside Your Comfort Zone,” “The Forgiveness Fix,” “Believe in Angels”). Dea is the re-invention queen who steps out to new adventures about every decade. Through these many adventures over the decades, Dea Irby has learned that building community is the most valuable aspect of leadership. She is on a mission to share her message of belonging. She is a Lover of Truth, Pun collector, and, she has been known to participate in sprint triathlons.
a table to display books for sale (if allowed), an assistant to help with book sales, printer for handouts (if applicable)
slide monitor, wireless lavalier with speaker, lectern
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