Bridgett McGowen is an award-winning international professional speaker, author, and publisher who knows how to ignite audiences and transform how people show up in their work and lives. With an energetic and authentic presence, she has shared stages with the likes of Barack Obama, Oprah Winfrey, Amy Cuddy, and Shonda Rhimes, delivering powerful, practical messages that inspire professionals to own their voices and stand out.
Bridgett has over two decades of experience captivating audiences across the United States, Africa, the United Kingdom, and Canada, equipping leaders, executives, entrepreneurs, and everyday professionals with the skills to command attention and connect with confidence. She is the author of multiple nonfiction books, including the award-winning Show Up and Show Out: 52 Communication Habits to Make You Even More Unforgettable, and the founder of Press 49, a hybrid publishing company dedicated to amplifying diverse voices.

Whether she’s moving executives to elevate their presentations, empowering women to embrace adversity as an advantage, or showing organizations how to build cultures of confident communication, Bridgett blends humor, storytelling, and actionable strategies to leave audiences motivated and ready to act.

Her expertise has been featured by Forbes, Medium, and global media outlets. With a signature style that is equal parts engaging and empowering, Bridgett doesn’t just speak; she sparks transformation.

When you book Bridgett McGowen, you’re not just hiring a speaker; you’re bringing in an unforgettable force of energy and wisdom who knows how to move people from simply showing up to truly showing out.