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Tanya brings raw energy and a no-BS message to schools, conferences, and organizations. Her talks ignite confidence, challenge outdated narratives, and empower women and girls to rise, rebuild, and lead.
Tanya LaBuick | Speaker Bio
Tanya LaBuick is not just a leader, she’s a force. With nearly 30 years of experience at the highest levels of business, construction, and global events, Tanya brings an unmatched blend of grit, strategy, and heart to every stage she steps onto.
Her career has taken her from boardrooms to Olympic stadiums. As a globally certified Project Management Professional (PMP), she has led teams behind some of the world’s biggest sporting spectacles, including Olympic and Paralympic Games, FIFA Women’s World Cups, and World Rugby Sevens where precision, performance, and pressure are ever-present.
Beyond global events, Tanya has broken barriers as COO and equity partner in two commercial construction companies and a land development firm, industries where women leaders are still the exception, not the rule. She has redefined operations, driven growth, and proven that women can (and should) lead courageously in every space.
But Tanya’s story isn’t just about titles and credentials, it’s about resilience and real talk. As the founder of STRONG LIKE a GIRL, she amplifies women’s voices through her podcast, merch line, and speaking engagements, reminding audiences that strength is our birthright, and leadership isn’t about fitting in, it’s about standing strong.
Her talks are bold, unapologetic, and deeply human. Whether she’s speaking to executives, athletes, or young women just finding their voice, Tanya leaves audiences with three things: clarity, courage, and the conviction to lead unapologetically.
Because Tanya doesn’t just talk about resilience, she embodies it.
Specialties: Project Management | Operations | Strategy | Business Growth | Mega-Event Leadership | Team & Stakeholder Management
Because here’s the truth: when women come together, we are unstoppable. And we sure as hell won’t let the bastards grind us down.
Signature Keynote Topics
Choose your themes. Build your session. Make it yours.
STRONG LIKE a GIRL – Own Your Power, And Your Space
Confidence. Resilience. Leadership. Chin Up. Chest Out. Stay Wild… Stay STRONG LIKE a GIRL.
Leading High-Performance Teams
Build multi-functional teams that excel under pressure and deliver results.
Project Mastery – From Vision to Reality
Turn strategy into operational success—balancing people, time, and resources.
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Lessons from growing businesses and launching initiatives that drive creativity and impact.
Custom Focus
Have a specific topic in mind? Tanya will craft a keynote just for your goals.
**Book a Custom Talk – Pick the themes. Define the outcomes. Inspire your audience.
Why Book Me?
I blend professional expertise with personal insight, anchoring my presentations in human connection. My sessions are known for their warmth, humour, and real-world value—whether I’m unpacking Olympic-scale project strategy or sharing stories of overcoming personal setbacks.
In addition to keynote engagements, I’m also a published columnist and a seasoned team builder who understands the power of storytelling to inspire and lead change.