ABOUT
CARLA BELL
Carla Bell is a transformational speaker, global leader, and founder of the YESvolution™ — a movement that challenges individuals to say “YES” to their growth, their purpose, and their future. Her message is rooted in personal experience and professional evolution, built on the belief that life-changing opportunities begin with a single, courageous “YES.”
Raised as one of thirteen siblings and shaped by the early loss of both parents, Carla's resilience became her foundation. Rather than being defined by hardship, she used those moments as the fuel for her personal transformation. Over the years, she has climbed the ranks as a senior leader supporting teams focused on environmental and military safety, earned multiple promotions, and traveled to over 26 countries — gaining cultural insight, wisdom, and an unshakable commitment to personal growth.
Carla has a unique gift for turning life lessons into empowering messages. Her talks blend transparency, emotional intelligence, and practical strategies to help individuals break through self-imposed barriers and organizations build cultures of purpose. She speaks with passion and clarity to audiences in corporate arenas, college campuses (especially HBCUs), and women’s empowerment spaces.
Her signature concept — the YESvolution™ — is more than a message. It’s a call to action. Whether she’s guiding a team on leadership principles, coaching students through self-discovery, or helping women reclaim their narrative, Carla empowers people to move beyond hesitation and into transformation.
Carla is passionate about:
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Empowerment through identity and confidence
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Leadership rooted in empathy and impact
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Building resilient, growth-minded communities
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Turning adversity into opportunity
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Supporting the next generation of women leaders
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With every keynote, workshop, and encounter, Carla brings authenticity, purpose, and bold inspiration — helping others recognize their power, own their voice, and say YES to the life they were meant to live.
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