MEET
ANNIEDI
A workforce well-being keynote speaker on a mission to revolutionize wellness.
From motivational keynotes to executive training and group workshop facilitation, Anniedi is a dynamic story teller
She shares her message with a variety of audiences, including corporate executives, academic institutions, community organizations, professional associations, virtual summits and industry conferences. Her communication style offers a refreshing blend of humor, insight and inspiration to empower event participants to build the future of workforce well-being.
Anniedi Essien is a Chief Swagger Officer, Health Disruptor and Workforce Well-being Keynote Speaker dedicated to improving wellness for individuals, organizations and communities
A visionary business growth strategist, Anniedi reimagines the future of health, creates inclusive spaces for holistic wellness, and empowers women in business to achieve their personal and professional dreams. Her work on social determinants of health has been recognized by the American Association for World Health / World Health Organization.
Anniedi has a powerful new message to deliver to today's leaders who seek wellness where they live, work and play:
"You are the most valuable player in the game of life. I see you. And I was put on this planet to help you win."
-Anniedi
#beyourownmvp
Need a workforce well-being keynote speaker for your next event?
Help your audience thrive with a signature talk that will transform workforce well-being by engaging C-Suite execs, entrepreneurs and women in leadership. Anniedi's recent talks include topics such as:
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The Corporate Swag Bag: 5 keys to success in negotiating your next big P.I.T.C.H.
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Swagger School Confidential: 3 ways to win at work, wealth & well-being
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Burned Out to Bossed Up: Setting healthy boundaries at work and beyond
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Put Some Swag in Your Step: Defining your authentic leadership style to increase impact
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Chart Your W.I.D.E. Path: Creating a culture of inclusivity for board and executive leaders
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About Anniedi Essien
CEO & Founder of Idem Spark
Get To Know Me Beyond The Brand
Anniedi is a Chief Swagger Officer, business growth strategist and workforce well-being keynote speaker empowering busy professionals to lead healthy, wealthy and fulfilling lives. After hitting burnout as a top corporate healthcare executive, she got fired up by taking charge of her own health, regaining the sparkle in her eyes and launching her dream biz. She went from behind the scenes of advising the largest global brands on corporate wellness solutions to building her own as a CEO and Founder at Idem Spark. Today, she is on a mission to revolutionize wellness and grow leaders into rockstars by amplifying their swagger.
Anniedi Essien is CEO and Founder at Idem Spark where she advises business leaders on building the workforce of the future by fusing cutting edge well-being and leadership development strategies. Anniedi delivers keynotes, workshops, consulting and executive coaching programs for diverse audiences. She loves teaching top performers how to slay their well-being and career goals with powerful insights as a former corporate health and wellness executive.
Anniedi is a trusted advisor to C-level and senior leaders and was a founding member of PwC’s New Entrants and Innovators in Health consulting practice at Strategy&. She drove growth strategies, disruptive innovation, and employer driven wellness solutions for the top global brands, including Fortune 10 clients such as Walmart Health. Prior to PwC, Anniedi designed market expansion strategies for Medtronic, executed strategic partnerships for EmblemHealth, and managed corporate wellness programs for GE Energy. Her work on social determinants of health has been recognized by the American Association for World Health / World Health Organization.
With twenty years of health industry experience, workforce well-being expertise, and a people first mindset, Anniedi is passionate about human flourishing. She is a Co-Founder of Healthtech Women Charlotte, a non-profit dedicated to getting more women into the C-Suite. Anniedi co-created W.I.D.E. Dynamic Dialogues to build inclusive cultures that are more responsive to the emerging needs of a diverse workforce by optimizing employee well-being.
Anniedi holds an MBA in Strategy from NYU Stern School of Business and a BA in Biomedical Ethics from Brown University. She is a foodie, yoga lover and avid karaoke enthusiast.