Igniting Hope

Amanda Lindhout is an unparalleled voice on the topics of resilience, extraordinary mindset, and transformation. As the author of the New York Times bestselling memoir A House in the Sky, Amanda shares a gripping, firsthand narrative that transcends mere survival. A House in the Sky was an instant number-one Canadian bestseller and is one of the top-selling Canadian books of all time. After enduring 460 days as a hostage in Somalia followed by years of navigating complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Amanda distills the lessons learned from adversity into insights that resonate across cultures and industries.

Amanda has delivered over 500 keynotes in 28 countries for some of the biggest brands in the world, including Google, Marriott, the NHL, MasterCard, Shell, and PwC- to name just a few. As a keynote speaker, Amanda goes beyond her story of being held in the dark with chains on her ankles, unable to move. She offers a dramatic perspective on overcoming challenges, providing wisdom that can be applied to both life and business. She emphasizes the importance of the chosen narrative—how the way we frame what happens to us is crucial in cultivating a resilient mindset—and how flexibility is central to building and growing resilience. Her expertise is rooted in both her lived experience and a deep understanding of challenge and resilience, cultivated through years of study and her personal transformation.