Angela Gargano

Biochemist Turned 6x American Ninja Warrior, Miss Fitness USA Winner, Entrepreneur, High Performance and Wellness Coach

Angela Gargano helps high performers do the bold, scary firsts that build real confidence and momentum. A 6x American Ninja Warrior and former biochemist, she blends science-backed performance with lived resilience to move teams from hesitation to action. Through her keynote Be the First, Angela guides audiences to identify the next courageous step, stack micro-wins, and turn failure into data that accelerates growth. Her energy is contagious, her tools are practical, and her message sticks long after the applause. Audiences leave with a clear first step, a momentum plan, and the confidence to execute under pressure—whether that’s sending a gutsy email, launching a bold project, or staging a comeback after a setback.

Angela Gargano Keynote Speaker Fee Fee range is for U.S. events, depending on location and organization type
$10,001 - $20,000
Languages Spoken
English

Angela Gargano Keynote Speaker Fee Fee range is for U.S. events, depending on location and organization type
$10,001 - $20,000
Languages Spoken
English

Why Angela Gargano?

Angela Gargano helps high performers do the bold, scary firsts that build real confidence and momentum. A 6x American Ninja Warrior and former biochemist, she blends science-backed performance with lived resilience to move teams from hesitation to action.
Through her keynote Be the First, Angela guides audiences to identify the next courageous step, stack micro-wins, and turn failure into data that accelerates growth. Her energy is contagious, her tools are practical, and her message sticks long after the applause.
Audiences leave with a clear first step, a momentum plan, and the confidence to execute under pressure—whether that’s sending a gutsy email, launching a bold project, or staging a comeback after a setback.

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Be the first

Why bold, scary firsts build the strongest version of you. Be the First is a high-energy keynote where Angela Gargano empowers audiences to step beyond fear and ...

Why bold, scary firsts build the strongest version of you.

Be the First is a high-energy keynote where Angela Gargano empowers audiences to step beyond fear and uncertainty and do something they’ve never done before.

Because “being the first” isn’t about being the strongest, smartest, or most experienced—it’s about having the courage, discipline, and mindset to take that very first step into the unknown.

Drawing from her journey as a 6-time American Ninja Warrior, former biochemist, and coach to thousands of women achieving their first pull-up, Angela blends science-backed performance strategies with unforgettable storytelling. She shows leaders and high performers how to embrace change, reframe failure, and create unstoppable momentum—whether that’s sending a daring email, launching a bold project, or making an epic comeback after a setback.

Audiences learn that courage gets you started, but discipline and mindset are what keep you moving—long enough to turn the “impossible” into reality.

Key Takeaways:

A science-backed blueprint to move through fear, failure, and uncertainty with confidence
How to build the courage, discipline, and mindset to do something you’ve never done before
Tools to reframe setbacks as springboards for resilience and growth
A framework for creating unstoppable momentum—starting with your very first step
Inspiration to stop asking “What if I fail?” and start leading with “What if it all goes right?”

This keynote is perfect for:

Leadership Keynotes, Retreats, & Executive Summits
Sales Kickoffs & Performance Workshops
Wellness-Driven Culture & Burnout Recovery Events
Women’s Empowerment & Resilience Conferences
Opening or Closing Sessions That Set the Tone or Seal the Message

What if it all Goes R.I.G.H.T?

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The Mindset Shift That Turns Challenges into Breakthroughs

What if, instead of focusing on what could go wrong, you started asking: What if it all goes right? Angela Gargano ...

What if, instead of focusing on what could go wrong, you started asking: What if it all goes right?

Angela Gargano teaches individuals and teams how to shift from hesitation to high performance using her RIGHT Framework:

RIGHT Framework

Recognize & Feel
Identify What You Want + What You Can Control
Game Plan It Out
Hold the Adaptable Mindset
Take Relentless Delusional Action

This proven system empowers people to navigate uncertainty, embrace change and failures, build resilience, and take bold action—even before they feel ready.

Instead of being paralyzed by worst-case-scenario thinking, audiences gain the tools to adapt, innovate, and turn challenges into opportunities. By focusing on what’s possible rather than what’s preventable, they unlock a mindset that fuels growth, confidence, and long-term success.

The result? Stronger leadership, greater adaptability, and the ability to take decisive action—again and again.

This keynote is more than just motivation—it’s a battle-tested strategy for resilience, leadership, and achieving impossible goals.

When most people stop, you will keep going, growing, and leading.

Key outcomes and takeaways:

How to navigate uncertainty like a high performer—whether in leadership, business, or life
A battle-tested, reliable system for moving through hard things—the RIGHT Framework
How to break big challenges into manageable steps—so you don’t just start, you finish
Reframing failure and setbacks as fuel for your next breakthrough
Mastering emotions, building confidence, and taking bold action in high-pressure situations
How to show up as a powerful leader—whether for your team, your clients, or yourself
Stories that inspire, strategies that stick, and a mindset shift that lasts long after the event
A deeper sense of fulfillment, excitement, and ownership over your work and life

What if it all Goes R.I.G.H.T?
(Emphasis on Wellness)

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The Little Things Matter

In this transformational keynote, Angela Gargano shares the powerful story of how one split-second ACL tear on national television forced her to redefine her identity, rebuild her strength, and reimagine her purpose. What began as a devastating moment turned into the foundation of her signature RIGHT™ Framework—a step-by-step method that has helped thousands of people rise from burnout, overwhelm, and setback.

Through raw storytelling and vulnerability, Angela brings the audience into the moment when everything she worked for was ripped away—and how that moment, rather than breaking her, became the catalyst for everything that came next.

Designed for leaders, high achievers, and everyday people navigating wellness, leadership roles, and personal growth, this keynote challenges the idea that success comes from massive leaps or perfect plans. Instead, Angela reveals that real transformation comes from the little things: choosing to check in with yourself, moving your body for just 30 minutes, reframing a failure, or taking a single step before you feel ready.

With humor, heart, and science-backed insight, she bridges the gap between inspiration and implementation, offering tangible tools that can be used immediately—at home, in business, or in leadership.

Angela closes by asking a bold question: What if the thing you think is breaking you… is actually building you? Through her RIGHT™ Framework, she invites audiences to stop waiting for the perfect moment and start creating momentum with small, intentional actions. This isn’t just about bouncing back—it’s about breaking through.

Key takeaways:

You are not defined by your breakdown—you’re shaped by how you rebuild
Small, consistent actions matter more than big, perfect ones
Recognizing how you actually feel is the first step to change
Focusing on what you can control creates power and peace
Adaptability is more important than having a flawless plan
Confidence is built by taking bold, imperfect action
The hallway between where you are and where you’re going is where your next level begins
You already have everything you need—it’s just time to take the first step

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About Keynote Speaker Angela Gargano

Angela Gargano is a keynote speaker, 6x American Ninja Warrior, Miss Fitness America, 3x Covergirl, biochemist-turned-coach, and founder of a global movement that’s helped thousands of women accomplish what once felt impossible—starting with their first pull-up.

After tearing her ACL live on national television, Angela didn’t just recover—she redefined herself. She turned a career-halting injury into a comeback story, launching a six-figure business rooted in resilience, adaptability, and bold action. She now brings that same battle-tested mindset to organizations and audiences worldwide.

Her signature RIGHT™ Framework helps individuals and teams break through fear, perfectionism, and burnout—teaching them how to navigate change, take aligned action, and build sustainable momentum even when things feel uncertain.

With a background in biochemistry and gymnastics, Angela brings both science and soul to her keynotes. Her talks are known for blending raw storytelling, contagious energy, and practical, actionable tools that leave a lasting impact.

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805.965.1400

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Angela’s work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Women’s Health, and Oxygen Magazine, and she’s spoken on stages across industries—from healthcare to tech to high-performance leadership. Whether she’s leading a room full of executives, entrepreneurs, or high-achieving women, her mission is clear: to help people stop waiting for clarity and start creating it.

What if it all goes right? Angela is here to show you how.

Testimonials

“Muscle Milk loved working with Angela. She led an engaging and challenging virtual workout for our internal team, which left everyone sweaty and high on endorphins! She was timely, passionate and well-organized, and included time during our cool down to discuss current protein and fitness trends. Overall, we had a great time working out with Angela and enjoyed her enthusiasm for fitness!”

Muscle Milk

We had the pleasure of booking Angela Gargano to speak. She brings fresh and vibrant energy to the stage, has a fantastic way of integrating the audience into her presentation and shows she truly cares about the outcome of the event beyond just the time she is presenting.

James P.

Founder, FITposium

“You do an amazing job on your pre-event calls – you are super client focused and you make the client feel like they are the only thing you have and they are the center -you are amazing lady”

Monica B.

CEO CAMPUSPEAK & EVERGREEN Speakers

“Angela is an innovative content creator who knows her audience inside and out. Her passionate dedication shines through in everything she does, and it’s always a rewarding experience to collaborate with her as we create fun and informative content for our Women’s Health platforms. I would thoroughly recommend working with Angela in any capacity.”

Amanda L.

Audience Engmt Manager, Women's Health Magazine

“Angela sure knows how to engage, entertain and inspire an audience! We invited her to come speak at our 2022 Women in Leadership Conference by EmpowHer and she brought the HEAT! Over 150 women were amazed by her story and ability to provide actionable steps that related to their lives. Since the event we have gotten countless positive feedback asking for her to come back. I would recommend Angela 1000x over to be a speaker. She not only provided valuable content but also helped us grow as a company.”

Sam C.

Founders of the Konnecther Community for Female Entrepreneurs

“Angela’s work ethic, story telling ability and natural on stage presence made her one of the all-around best presenters we’ve ever had at our event.”

Jon C.

Creator of Tiny Talks

“Angela’s Energy is Contagious! If I could I would box it up and take it with me everywhere!”

Amy Jo M.

Founder of Renegade Global

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