#273: Dance Into the Future: 2025 Int'l Convention Keynote Speaker – Anne Bonney

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[33:14] In this episode, we speak with the dynamic and energizing Anne Bonney, who will light up the stage with her opening keynote, Ignite Your Next Move: Courageously Dancing into the Future, at the upcoming Toastmasters International Convention, to be held in the "City of Brotherly Love" — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, August 20–23, 2025.

Our Interview

In our lighthearted yet informative conversation, Anne shares why—even though it’s part of everyday life—change still feels uncomfortable for so many. From recognizing the discomfort of change at just 8 years old to navigating a career spanning corporate marketing and animal training, Anne shows us how she’s learned to Dance with Discomfort—and how we can too.
She introduces her signature concept of “Sassy Backtalk” to build mental toughness, offers a peek behind the curtain at what still scares her, and reflects on her Toastmasters journey. With bold, sassy advice and a high-energy style, Anne inspires us to embrace change with confidence and resilience.

You can read Anne’s profile, Dance Into the Future With Anne Bonney: Keynote Speaker for the 2025 International Convention Encourages Embracing Change, by Stephanie Darling, featured in the April 2025 issue of Toastmaster Magazine.

About Anne

Anne Bonney is a high-energy keynote speaker, dynamic storyteller, author, and Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) with over 20 years of leadership experience in the corporate and nonprofit worlds.
A former Toastmaster and host of the hit podcast Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne helps overwhelmed professionals embrace change with confidence, build resilience, and lead with emotional intelligence. With her relatable style and infectious energy, she empowers audiences to navigate tough conversations and thrive through constant change.

Anne lives in St. Petersburg, Florida, and can be reached at yourchangespeaker.com.

Anne will be delivering her keynote live and via livestream on Wednesday, August 20, at 9 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) / Coordinated Universal Time (UTC -4), following the Parade of Flags.