ABOUT
CARLA BELL
Carla Bell is a transformational speaker, activation leader, visionary founder & CEO of the Say YES Conference, a movement that empowers individuals to silence fear, embrace purpose, and activate their next level of growth. Her message is grounded in lived experience and professional excellence, built on the belief that one courageous yes can change everything.
"GROWING UP IN A BIG FAMILY AFFORDED INFINITE LIFE LESSONS."
Raised as one of thirteen siblings and shaped by the early loss of both parents, Carla learned that resilience is not born in comfort but through courage. Rather than being defined by hardship, she turned it into determination and growth.
Her journey from humble beginnings to senior leadership within the federal government reflects her commitment to growth, purpose, and impact. Along the way, she has led high-performing teams, advanced through multiple promotions, and traveled to more than twenty-six countries, gaining wisdom, cultural awareness, and a deeper understanding of what it means to live on purpose.
Carla has a unique gift for turning life lessons into empowering messages. Through her storytelling and strategies, she helps individuals silence fear and hesitation and supports organizations in creating cultures of clarity, confidence, and connection. She speaks with authenticity and heart to audiences across corporate spaces, college campuses, and women’s empowerment platforms, inspiring them to say YES to possibility and purpose.
At the core of Carla’s work is her signature message, The Power of One YES. It is more than an idea; it is an invitation to shift, to grow, and to move from hesitation to activation. It’s a call to action. Whether she is leading a workshop, guiding professionals through leadership transformation, or coaching women to reclaim their confidence, Carla empowers others to recognize their value and step boldly into their next chapter.
Carla is passionate about:
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Empowering others to say yes to growth, purpose, and personal transformation
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Guiding leaders to lead with confidence, empathy, and clarity
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Building resilient, growth-minded communities
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Turning hesitation into action and challenge into growth
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Equipping women to lead with clarity, courage, and confidence
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With every keynote, workshop, and encounter, Carla brings authenticity, purpose, and passion helping others recognize their power, own their voice, and say YES to the life they were meant to live.