Inspire & Awaken 2026

Featured Speakers

Alethea Crimmins

Keynote

Alethea-bio

Alethea Crimmins, known around the world as the “Positivity Queen,” is an international motivational speaker, educator, podcast host and performer whose vibrant energy and powerful message have inspired millions.

Through her signature mantras, including “Be Great in Their Face” and “Ya’ Welcome,” Alethea encourages people to embrace who they are, rise beyond adversity and turn their pain into purpose. Her work is deeply rooted in self-love, resilience and empowerment, with a special passion for uplifting women and the LGBTQ+ community.

Celebrated by icons including Madonna, Viola Davis and Rihanna, Alethea has also brought her contagious positivity to The Jennifer Hudson Show. Whether she is speaking, singing or hosting her podcast, Pimpin’ Positivity with Alethea Crimmins, she reminds audiences that the qualities they were once taught to hide may be the very ones that make them powerful.