Book me to speak
"Because leading by example is still leading."
~Christy Hughes
Strong Roots, Wayward Soul
I help women stop shrinking and start leading — without losing themselves in the process.
I spent three decades climbing corporate ladders, managing million-dollar portfolios, and leading teams — all while quietly shrinking to keep the peace. In 2018, sobriety cracked me open. What followed was a complete reinvention: published author, yoga teacher, studio owner, retreat leader, and podcast host.
I didn't find my voice by accident. I built it — one boundary, one brave conversation, and one boat-rocking decision at a time. I've packaged everything I learned the hard way into my THRIVE framework, which is perfect for aspiring leaders and entreprenuers. Women who need to play it big will be energized by my Rock the Damn Boat keynote, remembering the actionable takeaways long after they leave the room.
KEYNOTE TOPICS
THRIVE: Leading Without Losing Yourself
Key Takeaways:
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How to use the pillars of Tenacity, Heart, Resilience, Intellect, Vitality and Envisioning to guide any personal or professional goal
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Using the THRIVE model to build culture and confidence simultaneously
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How to cultivate diverse relationships while maintaining a positive outlook
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How to push past self-doubt and make decisions from a grounded place
Rock the Damn Boat: Empowered Decision-Making
Key Takeaways:
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Defining boundaries and their importance in avoiding burnout
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How to stop waiting for permission and start making waves — on your own terms
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Practical tools for speaking up when everything in you wants to stay quiet
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How saying "no" to what's not okay means saying "yes" to what is
WHY HIRE CHRISTY?
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30-year corporate retail career, including leadership level experience — she's lived what she teaches
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Host of Rock the Damn Boat podcast
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Author, Strong Roots, Wayward Soul
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RYT-200 Registered Yoga Teacher and former studio owner
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4-time women's retreat host
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TEDx talk applicant on the theme of "unlearn"
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10+ podcast guest appearances
The story resonates with so many who struggle with self-doubt and living up to self-imposed expectations regardless of any dependencies. I was inspired by the level of honesty and vulnerability.
lindsay s.
Christy’s story is an inspiration to all that progress, not perfection is the better path to realizing our dreams. Thank you for baring your soul for the inspiration and courage for all of us to become our best selves!
nicole n.
Touched my heart in places that have long been dormant, encouraged me to look inward and challenged me to dream.
angela h.