Tired of disillusioned teams
and low engagement?

Thriving is where your
hero’s journey begins.

Reduce turnover, boost engagement, and help your team build careers they don’t want to leave.

“Michelle Silverthorn brought incredible insights and passion to our session. It was powerful to see how our community connected.”

Keynotes and interactive workshops for those who want to thrive, not survive.

Three out of four professionals don’t like their jobs. Talented employees are:

  • Stretched thin navigating constant change. “Good, just tired.” is a common response to “how are you?” around the office. (spoiler: they’re probably not good)

  • Caught in debilitating self-doubt. You know they’re capable and have good ideas, but they hesitate to share and stay quiet in meetings.

  • Invisible and costing under the radar. They feel disconnected from their purpose, and unsure of what’s next for them.

  • Quiet quitting for lack of a better option. They do the bare minimum, which disguises a people challenge as a productivity one.

  • And as much as they want to stay and succeed, they’re silently burnt out trying to keep up.


As the leader, you feel responsible to help once motivated people reclaim their energy. You’re concerned about your team’s performance and tired of buzzwords. You want a strategy that works—a roadmap for personal success that reverberates through your entire organization.

ThriveHero™ keynotes equip your people with the individualized roadmap and research-backed tools to take ownership and grow with purpose. Because when people thrive, your company culture does too.

Create change you can see when you walk into work. Reenergize engagement, increase retention, and help people succeed with a framework that sticks long after the keynote ends. I do all of that. And I’m really good at it.

Build bold, resilient teams who lead from within.

A dynamic and powerful speaker.

When looking for a keynote speaker for our Conference, we had the good fortune of connecting with Michelle Silverthorne. She was everything we hoped for. From our initial conversation, we were comfortable that she understood the mission of our organization and would tailor her remarks to ensure their relevance to our members.  She did not disappoint! She arrived with incredible positive energy and presented in a manner that was sensitive, engaging, and thought-provoking. The response from conference attendees was effusive. We highly recommend Michelle to any organization looking for a dynamic and powerful speaker.

— Kalli Olsen, Association of Workplace Investigators (AWI)

Support a team that thrives.

Through my research-backed approach, you and your team will discover your unique path forward. This is your Hero’s Journey.

After a ThriveHero™ keynote or workshop, your team won’t just feel inspired. Employees feel supported. And leaders have the shared language and roadmap that was missing.

It’s a win-win for everyone when people see their path forward.

  • Clarity on who they are and how to communicate their value at work.

  • Language to develop their personal brand and Hero’s growth story.

  • Tools to handle self-doubt and lead with confidence instead of fear.

  • Regained direction through short-term goals that build momentum.

  • Advice to foster stronger relationships with mentors and champions.

The courage to speak up, step forward, and be seen authentically.

Create a culture where success feels shared and sustainable.

Because when people feel guided—when they have a framework, a voice, and a story to own—they don’t just stick around. They thrive.

I know the secret to thriving at work, and I’ve delivered it to audiences across the world. If you bring me in, your people don’t just hear what’s possible. They learn how to make it real.

Inquire to book your next event.

Michelle was such an amazing speaker. The process leading up to our event was seamless and she was willing to tailor the program to work best with our audience. She kept everyone engaged the entire lunch program and the group stayed past the “end time” to participate in the Q&A. The comments that we heard over and over again following the program is that she actually gave attendees practical takeaways that they are able to use in their daily life. We can’t wait to have her back for additional programs.

Seamless and tailored programming.

— Ashley Black, Porter Hedges LLP

 Keynotes and workshops customized for your goals.

Programming options include 45-90 minute keynote sessions with Q&As, up to half-day interactive workshops for your team. Together, we’ll design an experience that meets and supports your audience.

Silent challenges keep your people stuck.

Discovery & Alignment
We’ll start with a strategy call to understand your goals, challenges, and team dynamics. Who needs to thrive right now, and why? I ask the hard questions to uncover the heart of what your people need most.

Story Customization
Every keynote or workshop is curated with real-world examples that reflect your team, your industry, and your culture… not generic slides. Whether it’s a 60-minute keynote or a deep-dive leadership session, I adapt the ThriveHero™ framework to get on your level.

Energizing Delivery
I don’t lecture. I tell stories of change-ready Heroes where your people are the main characters. I use humor, vulnerability, and research to deliver an energetic experience that moves people. Leave inspired and equipped to take action.

Real-World Follow-Up
After the session, the real work begins. I offer follow-up tools, reflection prompts, and post-workshop options that turn your newfound insight into sustainable momentum. With this subsequent effort, one talk creates potential for lasting change

Inquire to book your next event.

Michelle worked with us through pre-training phone calls to ensure that the training was specifically tailored to our organization’s context. The training was nothing short of amazing. It is hard to find the words to describe how impactful it was both intellectually and emotionally for me. Michelle used storytelling, touching on times from her own life to help viewers directly connect her insights to their own life experiences and work. Her presentation helped lay a strong foundation for all the work we plan to continue doing, and invested our members deeply in this commitment.Thank you so much Michelle for working with our organization, and I sincerely hope I will be able to do another training with you soon!

Get an experience that’s nothing short of amazing.

— Kaylen Strench, Virginia Law Review

You’re a good leader, so you know that
people who feel better perform better.

Michelle was an AMAZING speaker for our conference this year and it wasn’t just the conference committee that thought so! 97% of attendees that responded to our survey rated her a 5 out of 5! During her presentation, I looked around the room and there was not a pair of eyes that were not focused on Michelle. If you have ever attended a conference you know, this is usually not the case. She was engaging, gave real-world scenarios and instilled a feeling of positivity. I would encourage anyone who has the opportunity to host Michelle, to do it! Additionally, Michelle as a person is as real as can be with this amazing charisma that makes you want to be around her. You will not be disappointed in hosting Michelle!

All eyes focused. Presentations with a 5/5 rating.

— Nikki Schutte, Portland HR Management Association

  • An inspiring, action-driven keynote built on the ThriveHero™ framework, empowering attendees to own their story, amplify their voice, and step into the hero role of their career journey. Designed for individuals and organizations ready to unlock confidence, clarity, and forward momentum.

  • A transformative leadership program that tackles disillusionment and disengagement head-on, equipping leaders with practical tools to inspire purpose, boost engagement, and drive performance. The result? Leaders who thrive and bring their people with them.

  • A practical and empowering guide to quieting self-doubt and owning your value at work. Perfect for anyone ready to stop second-guessing and start thriving with confidence on their hero’s journey.

  • From Woodstock to TikTok, every generation in your workplace brings a unique chapter to the story and each one plays a vital role in the collective hero’s journey of your organization. Discover how to build a culture of collaboration, innovation, and shared success where everyone thrives, together.

  • No hero wants to journey alone. Discover the strategies for creating inclusive, welcoming environments where every individual feels valued, empowered, and connected to a shared sense of purpose.

Choose how you thrive

All topics center around helping people reclaim their careers using the ThriveHero™ framework—a roadmap to visibility, leadership, and lasting engagement.

We were looking for someone that could meaningfully engage our firm, and we were not disappointed. Michelle's program was educational and powerful and provided some real takeaways for those in attendance. The feedback from all levels—attorneys and staff alike—was incredibly positive.  Michelle exceeded our expectations!

Keynotes that are educational, powerful, and real.

— Nikki Schutte, Portland HR Management Association

When your employees understand their value, share their story, and align with your mission, they don’t just stay. They lead.

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