Mary LoVerde believes life is a balancing act. Her passion is finding creative ways to live a joyful and successful life. She has delighted audiences from Bangkok to Biloxi with her step-by–step strategies for a more balanced life. Embraced by both men and women alike, her diverse client list spans from the Mayo Clinic to the American Trucking Association. Mary presents a wealth of uplifting insights and innovative ideas for taking small steps in the right direction for a less stressful, more satisfying life.

Life Balance Programs - Keynote Speeches, Half-Day & Full-Day Programs

I Used to Have a Handle on Life but It Broke

Working 24/7 and still can't get it all done? Most of us feel that the only way to manage the mounting chaos in our lives is to take control. If only we could get a handle on life! No wonder we have overwhelming to-do lists that leave us feeling exhausted and powerless. In this heartwarming and funny program you'll learn straightforward, innovative techniques for keeping your balance no matter what life throws your way. Book this program.

Stop Screaming at the Microwave!: How to Connect Your Disconnected Life

You've organized, prioritized, delegated and simplified, and you still don't have enough time for your family, your spouse, your friends, your boss - much less yourself. You're a veteran of the time-management wars, fighting for the life balance ideal - and you are losing! In this humorous and fast-paced presentation you'll learn a new approach for keeping your life in balance with the Connection Solution. You will leave armed with practical, innovative "works in real life" ideas you will want to implement immediately. Book this program.

Keeping Your Life in Balance
When Cloning Yourself Won't Work

The old ways of balancing our lives focused on how to do more by working harder and faster. We've learned the hard way that what we have tried hasn't worked. We are busier than ever. In this fun and idea filled program you will come to realize that even though life is whizzing by, there are specific strategies that can bring more harmony into your home and work life - strategies that work equally well with both men and women. If you are black and blue from juggling, it is time for the New Approach to Life Balance. Book this program.

NEW!
The Power of Paying Attention

We are rewarded for overworking, overscheduling, and being overwhelmed. It's a common approach but one that slows productivity, increases absenteeism, raises health care costs and causes us to ache. The only thing that can reverse this is to tap into our power to pay attention. In this unique twist on what really works, you'll see a better way to reach your goals and feel good at the same time. Book this program.

NEW!
Are you planning an event with a healthy heart theme?

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women. Our language suggests how strongly we believe in the emotional impact on our hearts. We use phrases like "staying young at heart", "She died of a broken heart", "The Lonely Hearts Club" and "She is so warm-hearted". Research clearly shows that how we "feel in our hearts" plays a major role in our well-being.

What People Are Saying

"You are the absolute best. Your presentation at our business strategy conference was an important element contributing to the overall success of the entire meeting. I have heard so many positive comments from participants. You bring real credibility and meaning to the importance of balance."
-- Christopher C. Womack, Senior Vice President, ATT

"On behalf of the Colorado Rockies Baseball Club, I would like to thank you for the inspirational evening you spent with our players' wives at Coors Field.

As we discussed in the planning process, this group of ladies has a unique set of issues which they need to deal with on a daily basis, and your message of Life Balance was priceless to them."
-- Jennifer L. Moore, Executive Assistant - To the Chairman, President and CEO Colorado Rockies

"Mary's presentation was EXACTLY on target for our meeting group. The topic was timely and forthright. I do want to recognize her unique ability to bond with our audience. It is obvious that her high energy, engaging style, combined with a sincere and self-effacing manner, established a very quick and instant rapport with all participants."

"Clearly, she is a well prepared, researched, and professional speaker! After a performance like that, I can only think of one question. When can we do that again!"
-- Richard G. Palmer Jr., Bank Operations Manager, Discover Cards

"As our guest speaker, you share a powerful message about the importance of balancing professional and personal lives and how we create excitement and success in both. In our meeting survey, your talk scored a 4.6 out of 5.0, which was one of the highest scores any speaker has ever received. In addition, your presentation elicited the first standing ovation ever."
-- Glenn A. Mueller, President, Dominos Pizza

"To say that you were a smash hit at our Management Conference in Las Vegas would be an understatement. So many of the participants came to me after your presentation to tell me how deeply moved they were and how much it made them think about the need to stay in touch with the people who are important to them in life. This was exactly the life balance message we hoped they would receive. The added bonus is that they received it not only at an intellectual level but, much more powerfully, at an affective level which will allow them (including me) to give themselves permission to make the necessary changes going forward.

You stimulated so much interaction and response that your session could have gone on for a significantly longer period to the benefit of all of us. "
- John Young, Executive Vice President - Human Resources, Four Seasons Hotels

Comments from attendees (Hallmark Cards"

" Every retailer should take this workshop!"
" Hallmark should employ this woman for marketing and advertizing."
" I loved this session and the lady who gave it!"
" Definitely worthwhile."
" She should write Hallmark Commercials!"
" You're a fantastic speaker with humor, wit and charm; thank you."
-- Hallmark Cards

"Almost two weeks later and I'm still feeling the warm glow that you left with your presentation on April 26th at Martin Marietta's Volunteers are Important People (VIP) recognition event. And I'm not the only one --- numerous employees have stopped by my office to thank me for having you and to inquire about getting in touch with you.

Mary, your presentation was just exactly what I had wanted for our special audience. I wanted them to hear something motivating and uplifting form a light-hearted approach. You were, in a word, "fun" with an important message for achieving harmony with a busy life style.

Thank you very much for your graciousness and generosity. It was a pleasure to meet you and have you be a part of our first annual volunteer recognition breakfast. To use an old cliche, you were the icing on the cake!"
-- Joy L. Knight, Public Affairs, Lockheed Martin

"The theme of our symposium, "Reaching New Heights", provided opportunity for all participants to learn, share and network. In essence, our theme was about CONNECTING. Your thoughts about the importance of connecting in the workplace and in our personal lives hit home for so many. Participants have told me that your messages "hit the mark" and prompted action on their behalf to connect with colleagues, family and friends. Thank you!"
-- Denise Cappuccio, HR District Manager , Lucent Technologies

Partial Client List

AAA
Agilent Technologies
Alabama Power
American Express Travel
AT&T
Bell South Mobility
Bobcat
Boeing
Chick-fil-A
Colorado Rockies
Copeland Corporation
Discover Cards
Dominos Pizza
FedEx
Four Seasons Hotels
General Mills
Hallmark Cards
Hershey Company
Hilton Corporation
Hoffman La Rouche
Intel
Kimberly Clark
Lockheed Martin
Lucent Technologies
Marriott
McKinsey & Company
Merck and Co
Pfizer
Prudential
Ragu
Ralston Foods
Saks Fifth Avenue
SBC
Sonic, Inc.
Syngenta
TRW
Waldenbooks
Weekenders
Finance and Insurance
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank
Aid Association for Lutherans
All State Insurance
AmerUS Life
AT&T Capital Corporation
Central Pacific Mortgage
CUNA Mutual
First Data Corporation
Franklin Insurance
Key Bank
LifeWise Assurance
Missouri Independent Bankers Association
National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies
Novell
Price Waterhouse Coopers
Transgeneral Insurance
Wealth Enhancement and Preservation LLC
Wells Fargo