Global Public Speaker, Award Winning CEO, Marathoner & Advocate

Meet: Ashley Rowe

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“Find Your Fire: Stories Of Resilience”

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Find Your Fire: Stories of Resilience

An interactive keynote on purpose, passion, resilience, and discovering what truly matters.

What if the thing your school, workplace, community, or life is missing… is something only you can bring?

Find Your Fire: Stories of Resilience is a powerful keynote experience designed to help audiences reconnect with what excites them, what drives them, and what they’re uniquely called to pursue. Through heartfelt storytelling, interactive reflection, and meaningful conversation, this keynote invites people to gather “around the campfire” — a metaphorical space where inspiration is sparked, authenticity is welcomed, and purpose is rediscovered.

This is more than motivational speaking. It is a call back to self.

In a world that often encourages people to be practical, stay in their lane, or quiet their passions, Find Your Fire reminds audiences of something deeply important: their passions are real, valid, and worth pursuing — at any age.

Whether someone is 16 and feeling pressure to choose a path, 35 and craving something more meaningful, or 60 and ready to reinvent themselves, this keynote creates space for reflection, courage, and action.

Why This Keynote Changes Lives:

People leave with more than inspiration — they leave with permission.

Permission to:

pursue what lights them up,
embrace being multi-passionate,
trust their ideas,
build resilience when life gets hard, and
stop waiting for the “perfect time” to begin.

Audiences walk away feeling energized, seen, and deeply connected — not only to themselves, but to the people around them. The interactive format gets people talking about what matters most: purpose, values, dreams, and impact.

It sparks conversations that continue long after the keynote ends.

Key Outcomes:

Discover Your Purpose
Gain clarity on your “why” by uncovering the passions, strengths, and values that shape who you are.

Build Lasting Resilience
Learn practical tools for overcoming setbacks, navigating uncertainty, and staying committed to what matters.

Unlock Courage & Confidence
Understand how to trust your voice, own your story, and take action on the ideas that won’t leave you alone.

Experience the Power of Connection
Explore how collaboration, community, and meaningful relationships can amplify growth, confidence, and opportunity.

Create Momentum
Leave with tangible next steps — not just inspired, but equipped.

A Fun, Interactive Experience:

This keynote is engaging, conversational, and designed to bring people into the experience — not simply speak at them. Expect:

audience participation,
guided reflection,
meaningful conversation,
laughter,
honest storytelling, and
moments that stay with people for years.

Ideal For:

High schools & post-secondary institutions
Leadership conferences
Women’s events
Entrepreneurial communities
Corporate retreats & team development
Youth leadership programs
Community organizations & nonprofits

Recommended audience: Ages 15–65+
Length: 45–60 minutes

Speaking Experience:

Previously delivered at international leadership events including the Global Student Leadership Conference, World Leadership Conference, GrowthDay, and other global stages.

Because no matter your age, season, or story — what lights you up matters. And the world needs more people like you.

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"Ashley Rowe was one of our featured speakers at Growth Day London, and she delivered an unforgettable session titled Find Your Fire. For forty minutes, she captivated our entire audience. Her excitement, energy, and genuine enthusiasm as both a speaker and an entrepreneur touched every person in the room. Ashley didn’t just speak about finding your fire—she showed us what it looks like in real life. Her message was powerful, practical, and deeply inspiring. She made it clear that you can accomplish anything when you discover what truly drives you. It was an honour to have her on our stage."

Jerry Hall Co-Organizer and Host, Growth Day London
"We are always excited to see the content Ashley provides for our organization. Her positive and fresh outlook provides an impact that is both effective and thoughtful. She is an asset to our organization and her understanding of our needs ensures that our messaging and brand is on point everytime."

Ben Fisher: Chair HOBY WO
“Ashley Rowe is one of those rare speakers who doesn’t just take the stage — she transforms the room. Her presence is grounded, her message is powerful, and her delivery has evolved into the perfect blend of clarity, warmth, and conviction. As the founder of The New Leaf Collective, Ashley brings a depth of insight that is both globally informed and deeply human. She brings in her roots from the many years in the local community to help connect to her audience. What sets Ashley apart is her ability to connect. She speaks to people, not at them, and brings in a passion that allows people to open themselves to new possibilities. Her storytelling is authentic, her expertise undeniable, and her impact lasting. Whether she’s addressing a small leadership group or a large audience, Ashley leaves every listener with a renewed sense of purpose and the tools to create meaningful change. She is, without question, one of the most compelling and transformative voices in public speaking today.”

Geoff Hiscox, Department Head of Business Studies, Saunders SS
"Ashley has been a great support to the London Small Business Centre as a speaker and mentor, especially in social media and digital marketing. She works with entrepreneurs in the Starter Company Plus, Summer Company, and immigrant programs, helping them understand how to use social media in a simple and practical way. In her workshops and roundtables, Ashley shows participants how to plan content, choose the right platforms, and use social media to support real business goals. Her explanations are clear and easy to follow, and she always shares tips that can be used right away. Many entrepreneurs leave her sessions feeling more confident and better prepared to promote their businesses online".

Juliane Ferreira Business Advisor and Community Engagement SBC London
"This may have been the best Fireside Chat that Fanshawe has ever seen, and Ashley was a huge contributing factor to its success! Her marketing insights and practical tips were so valuable, and her advice was incredibly applicable to so many entrepreneurs in the room. We will definitely be having Ashley back again! Thank you for attending!"

Sarah Hiepleh, Leap Junction - Fanshawe College

Marketing & Business Growth:

Struggling to make your marketing work for your business?

Ashley Rowe delivers hands-on marketing workshops designed specifically for small business owners. Through practical tools, real-world examples, and actionable strategies, participants learn how to create marketing that connects, converts, and grows their business.

These workshops cover topics like social media strategy, brand building, content creation, and audience engagement—giving small business owners the clarity and confidence to take action immediately.

Key Takeaways:

Practical marketing strategies — plan, execute, and measure campaigns effectively.
Know your audience — connect authentically and create content that resonates.
Actionable steps for growth — leave with a clear roadmap tailored to your business goals.

Ashley has delivered these workshops at local Small Business Centres, Fanshawe College, Junior Achievement programs, and the World Leadership Congress, helping small business owners turn ideas into results.

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Meet The Speaker:

Public Speaker, Entrepreneur & Endurance Athlete

Ashley Rowe is a motivational public speaker, entrepreneur, and endurance athlete who delivers powerful talks on resilience, purpose, and self-trust. Known for her honest storytelling and grounded energy, Ashley speaks to the moments that shape us most — the setbacks, the uncertainty, and the decision to keep going anyway.

As a business owner and marathon runner, Ashley brings real-world experience to the stage, blending leadership insight with personal growth and mental toughness. Her signature keynote, Find Your Fire, invites audiences to reconnect with themselves, embrace both the highs and lows, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Ashley is a sought-after speaker for conferences, corporate events, leadership retreats, and entrepreneurial communities. Her talks leave audiences feeling inspired, seen, and ready to take meaningful action.

Available for keynotes, panels, and workshops across North America.

Why Book Ashley Rowe?

Ashley Rowe speaks on two core pillars: Find Your Fire and Business & Marketing Growth. Her signature keynote, Find Your Fire, explores resilience, purpose, leadership, and personal growth—helping audiences reconnect with their confidence and momentum. Her business and marketing sessions focus on practical growth strategies, partnerships, and building sustainable visibility in today’s market. What makes Ashley’s work unique is her fully customized approach. Every keynote and workshop is shaped through audience research, real-world business insight, and lived experience, ensuring the stories, examples, and workshop elements are accessible, relevant, and aligned with the theme and goals of each conference.
Ashley Rowe works with a wide range of audiences across industries and stages of growth. Her signature keynote, Find Your Fire, is fully customizable and designed to resonate with student leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives, corporate teams, nonprofits, and community organizations. The talk meets audiences where they are—focusing on resilience, confidence, purpose, and leadership. Her marketing and business growth workshops are typically delivered for small business centres, entrepreneur hubs, and business conferences, where attendees are seeking practical, accessible strategies they can apply immediately. Every session is tailored to the goals, experience level, and energy of the room.
Ashley Rowe brings a lifetime of experience to the stage. She grew up performing and speaking competitively, winning speaking competitions and leading roles in musical theatre from a young age. Those early years built a deep comfort with storytelling, presence, and audience connection. Over the past 6+ years, Ashley has built a professional speaking career, delivering keynote talks, business and marketing growth workshops, and educational sessions for organizations and communities across the globe.

Watch Ashley Rowe Live

Join speaker, coach, and entrepreneur Ashley Rowe as she takes the stage to deliver her signature keynote, Find Your Fire — an empowering message about purpose, passion, and perseverance. In this talk, Ashley invites audiences to look inward and reconnect with what truly drives them. She explores the powerful question: What is your constant “why”? Through personal stories, real-life lessons, and moments of reflection, Ashley helps people discover the spark that keeps them moving forward — even through life’s toughest seasons.