Need a dynamic speaker who sparks energy, insight and action?

Do you need an uplifting, lively, informative speaker that will get people thinking and deliver the impact you want for your company or event?

The right speaker doesn’t just inform

- they create a shift.

Modern life is full on - especially for women. You need a speaker who gets the real pressures women are under today. One who gives your audience (all female, or mixed) that shift - from getting the Aha! of clarity and context, along with powerful, practical tools to change gears, think clearly, and live boldly.

As a skilled and experienced storyteller, speaker and workshop facilitator, my work centres on helping women live more balanced lives - at home, at work, and in the world, taking a powerful look at the pressures and possibilities facing women today.

My talks are designed to be relatable yet stimulating, with a real focus on the practical things women can do to manage life in a balanced and equitable way.

Whether it’s a keynote, company talk, wellbeing workshop, or one of my signature Booster Breaks (like a lunch ’n’ learn, only more fun), I bring lived insight, humour, and no-nonsense guidance to every session.

I have spoken at sell-out public events like The Confidence Conversation, national conferences like the National Menopause Summit, with private leadership teams like LinkedIn and networks and companies all over the country and abroad. She will work with you to tailor each talk to match your audience’s needs and your organisation’s goals.

”Listening to Alana's talk was a great and inspiring experience, and her unwavering energy and powerful message resonated deeply with everyone in the audience."

Jacquie Doyle, COO, AIB Life

What I bring to every talk:

✔ A relatable, uplifting experience that blends storytelling with science-backed tools
✔ A downloadable workbook for your audience for follow-up and reflection
✔ The option to expand the talk into a 2–3 hour interactive workshop with live coaching
✔ A no-fluff, high-impact delivery style that leaves people feeling seen, supported, and ready to act

"I would highly recommend Alana to anyone looking to support, uplift and empower women. A brilliant session!”

Jacqui Duncan, OD Advisor, Care Inspectorate, Scotland

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”Alana brought such an inspiring energy to a highly informative talk, where she brought perspective and potency to highlight the context of women's lives today. She was entertaining as well as impassioned. She not only helped bring into focus how important it is for women to take radical responsibility for managing their emotional wellbeing, but provided some tangible tools to do that.”

Sinead McNamara, Founder, The National Menopause Summit

“Covering themes like perimenopause, caring responsibilities, and navigating life’s turning points, Alana’s talk truly resonated with our workforce - particularly with the many women balancing work and busy personal lives. Her empowering approach left us feeling seen, inspired, and better equipped to face challenges with courage, clarity and confidence. It was a powerful reminder that thriving is possible, even during life's busiest or most uncertain moments. I would highly recommend Alana to anyone looking to support, uplift and empower women. A brilliant session!”

Jacqui Duncan, OD Advisor, Care Inspectorate, Scotland

” Participants said it was the best presentation they have heard this year! They also loved Alana’s positive and can-do attitude, and walked away from the session feeling their attendance was very worthwhile and with much food for thought.”

Sarah Bealin, Executive Officer, Learning and Career Development Unit, Department Enterprise, Trade and Employment

“Thank you. I feel you came at a time when I needed you & your guidance the most. Your workshop was incredibly insightful and resonated so much. I had so many Aha moments with you and it made me feel so seen and understood. Your observations and advice on some particular issues were so eye opening. I never realised… no wonder I’m exhausted! Your advice on boundaries especially was amazing. You hear so much about them but not how to put them in place, so your advice was super helpful. Thank you does not seem enough, but thank you,“

Sheila

” Alana was a fantastic speaker and the content was excellent. We learned something new, it was interactive, and fun. She illustrated ways of telling your story - by using her personal experiences and other stories and it felt informative and emotional. The feedback was incredibly positive and we loved Alana’s style, energy, openness, honesty and humour.”

Pauline Logan, Co-ordinator City of Dublin LEO Women in Business Network.

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"Alana delivered an engaging, interactive keynote speech followed by a panel discussion at LinkedIn entitled “Redefine the woman or redefine the system”. Her creative thinking was evident throughout the brainstorming sessions. Alana is very skilled at eloquently explaining different perspectives. An energetic, motivational, impactful event. "

Ger Cashman, Employee Resource Group Leader, LinkedIn

AIB Life

"Alana joined the AIB life team to deliver an inspiring talk on how to age powerfully, blending practical insights with heartfelt stories to encourage us to embrace each stage of life with purpose. Listening to Alana's talk was a great and inspiring experience, and her unwavering energy and powerful message resonated deeply with everyone in the audience."

Jacquie Doyle, COO AIB Life

Dublin City LEO Women in Business Network

"Alana Kirk delivered two excellent webinars to LEO Dublin City Women in Business Network members in 2020 and 2021, 'How to Manage your Life and your Business" and "Money Mindset for Women". Both webinars were well structured and full of motivational insights and practical tips relevant to the audience. Alana brought a fun and empathetic style to the webinars that ensured that participants enjoyed the sessions while picking up valuable tips."

Pauline Logan, Co-ordinator of LEO Women in Business Network

Menopause Nutrition Clinic

"Alana was an invaluable addition to my Meno-Morphosis program, where she shared her expertise on ageing powerfully. Her session was nothing short of inspiring, leaving a lasting impression as she candidly told her own midlife journey - a story that resonated deeply with our group of midlife women.

Her unique ability to understand our struggles and challenges and help us focus on what truly matters made all the difference. Instead of feeling stuck, we left with the clarity and tools to make meaningful changes.

Alana is a woman I truly admire and respect, and I wholeheartedly recommend her.”

Rachel Graham, Menopause Nutrition Clinic

Kerry Businesswomen Network

"Alana Kirk, a renowned life coach, captivated the audience at our KBN event celebrating International Women's Day with her deeply moving personal story and insightful guidance gleaned from her career in life coaching. Her presentation not only inspired but also provided practical strategies for personal and professional growth. Attendees were profoundly moved by her authenticity and wisdom, and many expressed gratitude for the valuable insights gained. Emotions were high after her presentation."

Ciara O'Donnell, Chair, KBN

Dublin City LEO Women in Business Network

"“Alana was a fantastic speaker and the content was excellent. We learned something new, it was interactive, and fun. She illustrated ways of telling your story - by using her personal experiences and other stories and it felt informative and emotional. The feedback was incredibly positive and we loved Alana’s style, energy, openness, honesty and humour.”

Pauline Logan, Co-ordinator City of Dublin LEO Women in Business Network.

A seasoned storyteller and inspiring speaker

Alana has a long career speaking about women's lives. As Deputy Director of UNICEF Ireland, and Director of Fundraising & Communications at Barnardos, she learned how to shift minds and create a dynamic experience to deliver results.

Now as a prominent motivational speaker, women's life and leadership coach and best-selling author, she is a champion of women's sanity, search for self and empowered ambition.

She is an experienced media commentator on a number of major Irish and UK TV and radio stations including the BBC’s Woman's Hour; RTE Radio 1’s Brendan O’Connor Show, Ray Darcy Show, Clare Byrne and Drive Time; and Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show, Sean Moncreiff and Breakfast Show and appeared as a guest on The Tommy Tiernan Show in 2023.

Alana is a regular podcast guest, including recently (March 2025) on Sile Seoige's Ready to be Real podcast and again in April 2024 on Sile Seoige’s Ready to be Real, Claire McKenna’s Alive & Kicking.

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