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Speaking - Some messages do more than inspire.

They give people permission to be brave.

Michele Okimura speaks at conferences, workshops, churches, and schools, and to small groups, leadership teams, and community organizations. Whether you are gathering a crowd or an intimate team, she brings messages that build brave purpose in homes, workplaces, ministries, and teams, and help people find the courage to dream big and make a difference.

Michele Okimura speaking on stage

Topics - Messages I’m passionate about.

As a public speaker, I can also tailor a talk to your group’s specific theme or need.

Michele Okimura on a beach in Hawaiʻi, leaning against a palm trunk with the ocean behind her
Let’s become a community of dreamers where we don’t compete, but instead celebrate and support one another
Michele Okimura

Stages - Here are some past events I’ve spoken at.

  • Arise Native American Leaders CampMontana, August 2026
  • Hawaii Baptist AcademyHawaiʻi, January 2026
  • Women of Influence National ConferenceFlorida, September 2025
  • National Conference on School Leadership (NASSP)Washington, July 2025Workshop
  • Hawaiʻi State Dream ExpoHawaiʻi, May 2025
  • Missionary Church Denomination, Hawaiʻi Regional ConferenceMarch 2025
  • Hanalani SchoolsHawaiʻi, January 2025
  • Kamehameha SchoolsHawaiʻi, January 2025
  • Catholic Schools Educators Annual ConferenceHawaiʻi, February 2024Keynote and workshop
  • Foursquare Denomination, Hawaiʻi District Leader’s ConferenceOctober 2023
  • Missio Nexus Mission Leaders ConferenceFlorida, September 2023
  • Transform Our World Global ConferenceOctober 2022

Michele has also spoken at churches across Hawaiʻi, the mainland U.S., Canada, Japan, the Philippines, and Singapore in her decades of ministry.

Press kit

For event organizers and media: download Michele’s press kit for bio in three lengths, high-resolution headshots, full topic descriptions, past speaking engagements, full endorsements, and booking details.

Download the Press Kit (PDF)Coming soon

Book Michele.

Ready to bring Michele to your church, school, conference, or team? Tell her about your event and she will reach out personally.