Varetta Huggins, Inspiring & Empowering Others to ...

VARETTA HUGGINS: Author, Speaker, Entrepreneur, & Executive Coach
ABOUT: Varetta brings an impressive blend of experience and expertise to every stage she graces.
EXPERIENCE: With over 30 years of professional and volunteer experience, Varetta excels in areas such as Government Contracting, Information Technology, Entrepreneurship, Project Management, Program Management Office (PMO), Portfolio Management, Church Operations, Business Operations, and public speaking to audiences ranging from children to adults.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Varetta Huggins is an inspiring Keynote Speaker who captivates audiences with heart-warming stories tailored to the theme of your event. She shares her life journey as a female CEO, Entrepreneur, Small Business Owner, Non-Profit Owner, Consultant, Government Contractor, Project Manager, or other relevant experiences. Varetta has delivered keynote speeches at Corporate Galas, Webinars, Summits, and Government Events. Her presentations are consistently praised for being entertaining, fun, and thought-provoking.
ENTREPRENEUR SPEAKER: Varetta Huggins is a seasoned speaker who has presented at Small Business Expos across various cities and states in the U.S., as well as virtually. Her engaging and informative presentations cover topics such as:
- Generating Revenue from Government Contracting and Grants
- Starting a Business
- Registering to Do Business with the U.S. Government
- Registering for Government Certifications
- Finding Procurement Opportunities
- Responding to Solicitations
- Pricing Your Proposals or Services (Most Popular Topic)
SUMMIT SPEAKER: Varetta Huggins has a rich history of speaking at Federal Government Summits, Meetings, Conferences, Seminars, Workshops, and Training Sessions. As an International Speaker, she has delivered insightful talks at Business and Women Summits to audiences in the U.S.A., the Middle East, Japan, Mexico, Canada, and France. Varetta has taken on roles such as Panelist, Moderator, Mistress of Ceremonies, Keynote Speaker, Guest Speaker, Sponsor, and Host at these prestigious events.
GOALS & PURPOSE SPEAKER: As a dynamic Goals and Purpose Speaker, Varetta Huggins captivates audiences with her insights on setting meaningful goals, developing actionable plans, and uncovering their true purpose. Her engaging presentations often include interactive elements, inviting the audience to actively participate through polls, trivia, and questions via their phones. This interactive approach not only keeps the audience engaged but also fosters a deeper understanding and personal connection to the topics discussed.
VIRTUAL SPEAKER: As an adept Virtual Speaker, Varetta Huggins has captivated audiences at Webinars, Summits, Expos, Conferences, and Government Events. She skillfully aligns her topics with the event's theme, while also tailoring her content to meet the needs of the event organizer. Varetta's engaging virtual presentations are known for their interactivity and dynamic delivery, ensuring that attendees stay connected and inspired throughout.
GRADUATION SPEAKER: Varetta Huggins had the honor of being the Graduation Speaker at a church in Silver Spring, MD, where her faith-based speech left a lasting impact. With heartfelt words and powerful anecdotes, she inspired not only the graduates but also their supportive family and friends. Varetta's message of perseverance, faith, and purpose resonated deeply, encouraging everyone to pursue their dreams with unwavering determination and belief.
OTHER SPEAKER TOPICS:
- PMO Speaker
- Project Management Speaker
- Risk Management Speaker
- Government Contracting Speaker
- Motivational Speaker
- Leadership Speaker
- Couples Speaker
- Youth/Children Speaker
- Teen Speaker
- Young Adults/College Speaker
- Faith-Based Speaker
- Master of Ceremonies/Host Speaker
- Panel Speaker
- Panel Host/Moderator Speaker

Varetta Huggins, PgMP, PMP, CSM, ITIL, is an influential International Speaker, renowned Published Author, innovative Entrepreneur, and distinguished Executive Business Coach.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS: Varetta earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Hampton University and her Master of Science degree in Information Systems Technology from George Washington University. She holds prestigious certifications from the Project Management Institute as a Program Management Professional (PgMP) and Project Management Professional (PMP). Additionally, she is certified in CIO Competencies, ITIL, ScrumMaster, Executive Coaching, MS Project, FedRAMP, SharePoint, and other IT tools.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: With approximately 25 years of experience as a Government Contractor, Varetta has expertly supported Federal Government agencies including NASA, NOAA, FAA, Department of Education, USDA, USAID, and USDT, managing IT portfolios worth up to $5 billion.
ENTREPRENEURIAL LEADERSHIP: Passionate about guiding business owners and entrepreneurs, Varetta speaks extensively on doing business with the U.S. Federal Government and starting new ventures. As a Business Executive Coach, she has successfully sold services and programs designed to assist business owners and entrepreneurs in their Government Contracting, Government Grants, and Speaking journeys.
MEDIA & PUBLICATIONS: In December 2023, Varetta was prominently featured on the cover of CEO Time Magazine with the headline "Turning Dreams into a Marvelous Reality." She also graced the cover of CIO Today Magazine as one of the “5 Most Powerful Women in Business to Watch in 2022,” appeared in Insight Success Magazine as one of the "10 Most Admired Women Leaders in Business 2022," and was highlighted in Women Leaders Magazine as one of the “20 Most Inspiring Women Leaders 2021.” Notably, she has been interviewed by Super Mogul Kathy Ireland on Fox Business News Network and Bloomberg TV. In 2024, Varetta published the influential book, "$500 BILLION: The Roadmap to Doing Business with the Federal Government," a guide designed to help entrepreneurs and business owners navigate Government Contracting and Grants.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: For over 30 years, Varetta has dedicated numerous hours volunteering in local schools, churches, and engineering organizations. She leads, mentors, and engages children and teens in STEM education, provides spiritual teaching and counseling to individuals across various age groups, and oversees the staffing and operation of various church ministries.

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