Jessica Renda is an award-winning speaker who has made presentations to students at several colleges and universities including Virginia Weslyan College, Old Dominion University, Xavier University, Villanova University and the University of Maryland. She is a prominent member of Toastmasters International and the National Speaker Association. Her focus is to help others “never settle for anything less than they deserve” and to help students “see the potential in themselves so others can see it too.”

Jessica is a born communicator. She shares information students can take with them for the rest of their life. Jessica is not afraid to share her stories of failure and then success. Jessica says, “we all want to know we are not alone in the world, and if I can help someone through a hard time just by sharing some of my insecurities – then why not.” Jessica challenges the audience to persevere and succeed in their life and to have a positive influence on others.Her friends and colleagues describe Jessica as knowledgeable and a breath of fresh air. She is down to earth, funny and gives real advice.

Jessica grew up in Brooklyn, New York, and then moved to Virginia where she obtained her MBA. Jessica’s Brooklyn attitude combined with southern hospitality make her the perfect combination of real and warm.
Call her today to see how she can motivate your students.