Adrienne Bulinski is one of the most highly Sought after youth speakers in the country, and for good reason!
Teaching Teens To Conquer Their Fears And Live Their Best Lives Through Goal-Setting, Perseverance, Attitude, and Resilience.
Adrienne is on a mission to save lives one conference and one school assembly at a time. How? Adrienne helps teens develop leadership skills, set goals, and be kind to others so they can take control of their own mental health and persevere even when life tries to break them. With Adrienne, teens learn to build networks of positive people who embrace challenges as a learning opportunity and not the end of the road. She gives teens a strategy on what to do when life hands them sucky situations. She also teaches teens how to harness struggles so they can shape a stellar character, use their stubbornness to persevere, and build an unshakable HOPE in a bright future.
Adrienne is a veteran when it comes to working with grades 9-12. With 20 years of experience you are in for a real treat!
High-Impact Student Assembly Perseverance with Grit
Imagine your student body activated—a community where every teenager is equipped with the mental tools to pursue their highest potential and navigate adversity with confidence.
Adrienne opens with a core challenge: What would their world look like if every student was truly living their best life? She guides teens on a journey of identifying their unique personal talents and strategically aligning those gifts within their schools, communities, and future careers.
This award-winning program focuses on actionable strategies for mental wellness and sustained determination. Adrienne arms students with the techniques for:
Unwavering Perseverance: Learning how to treat their attitude like a muscle and stay committed even when success feels impossible.
Turning Adversity into Momentum: Showing students how to use challenges as a springboard, not an anchor, finding joy and learning in every circumstance.
Effective Leadership: Empowering them to be effective leaders in their own lives by staying focused and knowing when and how to ask for help.
Core Outcomes for Students
This program is designed to deliver immediate, measurable shifts in student mindset:
STRATEGIC ACTION: Students leave with a clear, actionable game plan for goal execution, moving beyond dreams into disciplined action.
MENTAL MASTERY:Teens realize they are the directors of their mental health, giving them control over their attitude and well-being.
RESILIENCE BUILDING:Students learn to recognize struggle and setbacks not as failures, but as critical opportunities for growth and development.
Breakout/Workshop Student Workshop: Tactical Planning for Goal Execution
This intensive workshop is the deep-dive companion to the keynote, translating the concepts of resilience and mental mastery into immediate, actionable steps for students.
This is the hands-on application session where Adrienne guides every student through a targeted process:
1. Goal Zeroing: Students select one major personal or academic aspiration to focus on.
2. Tactical Blueprinting: They move beyond the abstract by developing a detailed, step-by-step written plan for achieving that specific goal.
This session ensures that the inspiring "big ideas" from the keynote are solidified into a tangible strategy. It reinforces the mindset that success is a matter of preparation, process, and perseverance. Students will leave with a concrete plan in hand and the renewed confidence required to immediately charge forward.
Key Deliverables for Student Success
ACTIONABLE STRATEGY: Every participant leaves with a concrete, personal plan of action ready for immediate execution.
LIVE COACHING: Real-time feedback and guidance to help students refine their strategy and troubleshoot potential barriers.
CONFIDENCE BOOST: Development of a practical skillset that empowers students with personal leadership and strategic focus for their future.
As a performer, choreographer and children’s theatre director Adrienne will lead your entire group through a fun and easy dance routine that ends in a full school/conference/organization dance off! Yes, there is a winner!
This is an ideal FUN program for groups looking to energize their attendees, not take themselves too seriously, and have a great time!
Awesome Outcome 1... team building & bonding
Awesome Outcome 2... laughter & fun = endorphin surge = happy people
Awesome Outcome 3... learning to not take yourself so seriously
Program Run Time: 30-40 minutes (depends on the size of your group)
Sometimes you lead. Sometimes you follow. While learning the basics of partner dancing, Adrienne and her dance partner teach the skills of being a good leader as well as being a good follower - on the dance floor, in school, on a team, and in life. Being an effective leader is powerful, just as being a supportive follower can be influential. The foundation of any great school or organization is leadership: the understanding of how to follow, respect one another and communicate... all skills you learn through partner dancing.
Awesome Outcome 1... team building & bonding
Awesome Outcome 2... laughter & fun = endorphin surge = happy people
Awesome Outcome 3... learning to not take yourself so seriously
Once Adrienne has worked with your group in person she is in your back pocket! Schedule Adrienne for LIVE virtual follow-ups with your organization. This is the opportunity to ask questions, get personalized coaching, and keep moving forward with your goals. Adrienne does not want teens to "get stuck" and then quit. This is a beautiful opportunity to mentor teens throughout the year.
Awesome Outcome 1... mentorship
Awesome Outcome 2...no one loses momentum on their goals
Awesome Outcome 3... create a community to celebrate wins and get encouragement on how to move past a loss
Adrienne is determined to give teens a know-how skill set they can use, especially in the quiet moments when no one is looking and they are alone with their thoughts. Adrienne knows 100% of her audience is going to face struggles in their lifetime (adults included). Adrienne has developed a program that shows people how to grab ahold of challenges and use them to their benefit and not their detriment. She is working tirelessly to give teens a skill set and know-how attitude to look a struggle between the eyes and say "Not today, struggle. You don't own me. You don't determine my worth. I WILL WIN!"
Do you feel like... you school culture needs an attitude adjustment?
Does it seem... like things could be better but you're just not sure how?
Are you frustrated that... you want to create an environment of motivated people but it feels exhausting to do it alone?
And when it comes down to it, do you... want to bring someone in that get teens hyped, focused, and kind to one another?
There is nothing worse in this world then wasted potential! Our youth are our tomorrow and I am pouring my heart into them.
I became a keynote speaker when I was crowned Miss Kansas a very LONG TIME AGO. The year was 2005. I guess it wasn’t that long ago but if you ask the majority of my audiences they will remind me it was before they were born!
As Miss Kansas I was thrust into the public eye with a microphone in my hand for 365 days. I learned very quickly I had an amazing opportunity to make profound impact.
I know every time I pick up a microphone I have the opportunity to save a life. My keynotes challenge teens to think bigger, take ownership of their attitude, and not be afraid of life's struggles. It is in the struggle we build perseverance, character, and hope.
I'm excited to work with you and your group, but I'm even more excited to see the beautiful transformation as the teens in your grab ahold of their potential.
Some people like to see Adrienne in bullet points.
This is for those people...
· LEADERSHIP – There is a time to lead, there is time to follow, and there is ALWAYS a time to serve.
· There is a process to achieving goals. So use the process.
· There is an exercise to build your attitude muscle. Put in the reps.
· Your muscle shapes your confidence. Attitude and confidence go hand-in-hand.
· Small efforts can build a solid foundation. Consistency is key.
· Everyone says persevere, but how do you actually do it? Adrienne will show you the formula.
· Struggles shape our superpowers. Don’t ignore, or skip, the learning opportunities.
Testimonials
A sampling of what people are saying about Adrienne...
"If you have spent any time around Adrienne, you immediately realize she is a dynamo who is committed to young people. She cares about each person she encounters and leaves a little bit of herself (and gum!) with the audience every time she speaks."
"Adrienne is awesome! The process of working with her is seamless... she is such an engaging speaker with an uplifting message. If you are looking for someone who is great on stage and even better with adults and student groups, contact her!
I've worked with Adrienne twice. Both performances were phenomenal! To be in her presence and be in that energy 'of we can do more with our lives and we can achieve a greater level of who we are' is just outstanding to begin with. To hear the feedback of 'that was really good and I feel enlightened' is really cool.
Adrienne delivers far more than what she advertises, creating a whole experience for the audience that captivates from the beginning to the end. Her high energy carries the audience on a journey with laughter, tears, song, dance and inspiration to build off of in the future.
My son always responds with "fine" when I ask how school was, but today he brought up the speaker before I even asked how school was!
In my experience as an educator and student council advisor, I have never met someone so passionate and caring. Her presentation not only inspires students, but motivates them to keep pushing forward. Adrienne is an electryfying speaker!
We recently were blessed to have Adrienne Bulinski address our junior and senior students at our annual retreat. Adrienne is an extremely engaging speaker who draws on life experiences and God's word as she instructs and motivates people to take the necessary steps toward personal success. Our students were dialed in during both of her presentations, and I received positive feedback. If you are looking for a dynamic speaker Adrienne clearly fits that bill.
Blessed to see @AdrienneBulinsk speak at the @IHSA_IL Leadership Conference and educate our @PEHSBALC with practical tips to follow their dreams!
It was a privilege for Blue Valley School District to have Adrienne provide the keynote at our Classified Employee Professional Development event. Adrienne is a highly engaging and thought provoking speaker. She is high energy, has a strong stage presence, and is able to command and hold the attention of an audience. I highly recommend Adrienne.
At the beginning of this school year we had the honor of having Adrienne Bulinski come speak to our staff. Her message to us was very applicable and uplifting. Her story and approach encouraged us to contact her regarding coming to speak to our student body as well. I highly recommend Adrienne to your staff and/or student body. Her message of perseverance is a must to today’s students!
If you are looking for someone who will inspire and motivate your group: that will give you practical hands-on advice for working people; and keep you laughing while you are learning… look no further than Adrienne Bulinski. The feedback I received from adults and teens was phenomenal.
On behalf of OHSAA and the Foundation I want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your contribution in making the student Leadership Conference a success. You are one of the most amazing people on the planet.
What an amazing day at NKU’s Young Women’s Lead Conference! The keynote speaker was AWESOME! She is a superhero!
The 1st Annual Sunflower League Student-Athlete Leadership Summit with @AdrienneBulinsk was an incredible experience for the student-athletes from 12 of our league schools!
On behalf of KSHSAA, thank you for the exceptional job delivering a great message and fun program to the students of Kansas at this year's Regional Student Council Conferences!
Adrienne’s message of grit and JOY is so memorable because of her experiences and HUMOR! I have experienced numerous motivational speakers throughout the course of my career; Adrienne’s gift of delivery and insights as an overcomer make her presentation one that I truly pull from weekly... even a year later! She is simply POWERFUL!
If you haven't had this young lady come visit your school, you're missing out!
Thank you! Honestly I thank God everyday for setting me in that auditorium that you were in and giving your story. Thank you so much for teh inspriation!
“Adrienne truly has a gift to be able to connect with people the way she does through humor, through song and through honest conversation. It was a privilege to watch her in action.”
I am an 8th grader at the middle school you spoke to. Listening to you last week has changed my life and how I feel. You inspired me to push myself and when I fail to get back up. You are the person people need to hear and how your story pushed you and pushed you till you felt like giving up. I thank you so much for your story and how you made me believe in myself!
Adrienne gave one of the most powerful, meaningful messages I've heard in my 35 years as a high school principal. Her message is spot-on and presented in a way in which students follow every word. She is a must have presenter on how to achieve success.
Amazing keynote speaker!
Marion High School student council enjoyed spending the morning with @AdrienneBulinsk. Great message and great time. Thanks Adrienne!
Honestly one of the best women I've ever met in my life! Beautiful and strong!!
@AdrienneBulinskis absolutely phenomenal!!!! You are a strong and beautiful Queen!!! You helped me so much!!
It is a pleasure to highly recommend Adrienne. Prior to and following the event working with Adrienne was easy and smooth. She is willing to go the extra mile. Her engaging delivery, compelling story and inteactive presentation gave our students exactly what we were hoping for!
Keynotes and breakouts
Grades 6-12
Adrienne’s speaking categories include: goal-setting, mental health, perseverance, attitude, inspiration, overcoming adversity, finding your passion, resiliency, perseverance, and leadership
