Deanna is a sought-after speaker and trailblazer in the field of leadership excellence. As an expert executive strategist, she is obsessed with making the world more meaningfully connected, and she will build or break systems to create positive change. Her dynamic presence and inspirational messages energize audiences worldwide. She is a highly esteemed author, educator, and business leader who has dedicated her life to developing exceptional leaders.
As the Founder and Chief Change Agent of Flying Elephant, Deanna leads five social ventures that work towards creating positive impact. From education and healthcare to leadership development, to entrepreneurship, these ventures are united in their mission to build bridges. Deanna's impact extends beyond her ventures. She is also the author of six award-winning books, including Actions Speak Louder and Purposeful Hustle and the owner of the Uplifting Mansion. This historic Milwaukee landmark is an event hall and entrepreneurship hub fostering growth, innovation, and professional development.
Deanna holds a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies from Fordham University, a Juris Doctorate from Georgetown University, and a Master's in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. She has received numerous awards and distinctions, including being recognized as one of the community's most influential 40 Under 40 Leaders and Woman of Inspiration by the Milwaukee Business Journal. She was also named a Woman Who Inspires by the State of Wisconsin and an African American Woman Everyone Should Know by Forbes.
Deanna Singh is a true inspiration and a powerful force for leadership transformation.
"Passion is often masked as a luxury when it is really an essential ingredient in life."
Deanna Singh
Deanna offered a remarkable Keynote to kickoff our AmeriCorps members' term of service. Her genuine warmth and excitement was absolutely motivational and truly set the stage. We continue to get stories and appreciation for her amazing presentation. We are so grateful to have shared a powerfully inspiring moment of growth with such a tremendous change agent!
Amy Porter, Event Planner
Deanna is an artful, honest storyteller. She weaves her stories into messages filled with wisdom and delivers those messages in ways that touch the heart and soul. Those who listen to her walk away with a greater awareness of their individual power and a greater confidence that they can translate that "power" into a substantive and meaningful change in their communities.
Christine Hill, Executive Director, Future Milwaukee
Deanna was authentic, engaging and delivered a message that was inspiring and uplifting - much needed given the major endeavors our agency currently faces.
Patty Metropulos, Executive Director & CEO, Kathy's House
Flying Elephant, LLC
Phone: (631) 533-2662
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