Stephenie Rodriguez inspires audiences to unlock their potential. A successful entrepreneur and digital marketing futurist who overcame a near-fatal illness and subsequent life-altering injuries, she understands the power of resilience firsthand. Her compelling story and insights, honed through experiences advising blue-chip brands in 69 countries, make her an exceptional motivational speaker for corporate events and keynotes, addressing audiences from Paris to Taiwan.

Stephenie's remarkable journey extends beyond recovery. As the first Australian female para-fencer to compete internationally since 1960, she exemplifies dedication, discipline, and true grit. Currently ranked 37th globally, she's actively pursuing qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympic Games, demonstrating the transformative power of focused effort in the face of significant challenges.

Stephenie's message resonates deeply: adversity can be a catalyst for growth, innovation, and she articulates the importance of a high-performance philosphy. Her keynotes emphasize the importance of having a growth mindset, learning how to be flexible, and how we all, no matter what circumstances befall us, have the potential to do great things.

Since becoming mobility-challenged, Stephenie has begun to work as an accessibility consultant to travel companies and hospitality brands that seek to be more inclusive in their design and product offering.

As the Changemaker for The Global Fund, she continues on her personal mission to impact a billion lives by 2025, advocating for The Global Fund replenishment to continue to fight to eradicate Malaria.