Homeless to Hero

I had seen Janae Segio’s story online and knew that I wanted to reach out to her. Janae Sergio is the true definition of resilience. She wrote a book about her experiences from being dropped off at a homeless shelter at the age of 16, spending 2 years in shelters as a teenager, and then going on to join the Navy, and becoming a successful entrepreneur, with near a million followers on social media ,and a best-selling book on Amazon. Janae posed for our Pin-Ups For Vets fundraiser calendar as “Miss April 2020”. She went on to volunteer with our nonprofit organization, delivering morale-boosting gifts to Veterans. So much can be learned from Janae and how she has overcome obstacle after obstacle. Janae’s journey is nothing short of inspiring, marked by determination, and an unwavering spirit. Her ability to transform adversity into growth is a powerful tool that can resonate with audiences from all walks of life. Janae can empower individuals to take actionable steps to move past challenges. Her life is proof that hope, courage, and perseverance can lead to endless possibilities. Janae provides examples of how she navigated challenges, proving that her setbacks were not the end, but rather stepping-stones to growth and achievement. Janae has a positive, relatable energy that can motivate others to live up to their full potential. Her story can empower others to overcome their own battles, and use that grit to reach their potential and find their purpose.

Janae is professional, articulat, charming, captivating, and CONSISTENT. I had the pleasure of meeting Janae when she was a guest on my talk show, Noncommissioned News. She demonstrated an innate ability to share her experiences and her feelings in a deeply inpactful and touchingly relatable way. I'm proud to call Janae a Battle Buddy, a colleague, and a dear friend.

She draws a crowd, shares riveting stories and always has stays around to engage with her fans.

Without a doubt, Janae is one of the rising voices for advocacy and “road to success” personalities. She has been a voice we’ve have collaborated with; to highlight survivorship and helping those to truly become their own hero.

Featured on our podcasts several times, she has also represented herself professionally as a broadcaster as a guest cohost as well.

We also collaborated on site at events as well.

Janae ability to speak on the fly to a large crowd is incredible. We were at a large event with multiple concerts, and we were given the opportunity to go on stage and advertise our brand and honor our veterans and active duty. No plan. No script. No bullet points. No problem. Janae got on stage and knocked it out of the park and had the whole crowd of an estimated 5k in attendance engaged.

I have had the privilege of knowing Janae Sergio for several years, first as a journalist learning about her incredible story and later experiencing firsthand the profound impact of her motivational speeches. Janae is not only a U.S. Navy Veteran but also a passionate advocate for veterans and sexual assault survivors. Her powerful testimony is more than just a story of resilience—it’s an inspiring call to action for anyone facing adversity.

Janae speaks with a rare combination of strength, vulnerability, and authenticity that draws you in, making every listener feel seen and understood. Her advocacy work is not just about words; she is committed to making tangible differences in the lives of those she supports. Whether sharing her personal journey or championing causes close to her heart, Janae consistently exemplifies courage, hope, and perseverance.

Her story is a beacon of strength for veterans, survivors, and anyone striving to overcome the most challenging circumstances. Janae Sergio is an inspirational speaker and a true force for good in this world.

Janae is a consummate professional with a huge heart. Not only can she speak and deliver a message with the passion it takes to ensure everyone listening leaves with something, but she lives by the same values that she speaks on. I have had the privilege of knowing Janae for years and she has attended and supported multiple events I have been a part of. Her advocacy for women, veterans, children and many more underseved communities is second to none. I highly recommend Janae fotlr any event where the goal is to inspire your audience for greatness!

Janae is a powerhouse for the betterment of our veteran community. Her story is compelling, her journey is inspiring and she uses all that in her message to all that listen.

We've had the pleasure of collaborating with Janae Sergio on multiple occasions. She has served as a motivational speaker, author, and keynote speaker, inspiring our audience with her personal journey. Janae brings a unique and insightful perspective on the process of healing, making a profound impact on our events. I highly recommend working with Janae as she is not only incredibly personable and inspiring, but also professional, dedicated, and compassionate.

Janae brings the heat.

I met Janae two years ago at the Military Influencer Conference. We quick discovered that we share much of the background through childhood trauma, joining the Navy, and public speaking.

Janae is one of those rare speakers that brings the audience along for the ride from Homeless to Hero. Every new story and build the picture and emotion as they share every moment together.

Her inspiration and insight not only convey the power of her story but makes it relatable and provides decision points with next steps.

Janae move your audience towards community and action.