Meet Nikki L. Garry
FOUNDER, CHIEF EVOLUTION OFFICER & MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER
With the heart of a teacher and an undeniable gift for public speaking, Nikki’s passion for education and self-improvement is contagious. She’s revered for her dynamic, energetic, and inspirational presence, captivating audiences with her transparent messages, personal anecdotes, and unwavering commitment to service. As a transformational and motivational keynote speaker and educator, Nikki brings relevance, brilliance, and inspiration to every stage, engaging diverse audiences with her authenticity and drive.
Nikki's expertise is sought after by organizations dedicated to growth and excellence. She has had the privilege of serving a wide range of organizations, including AAIM Employers' Association, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Caterpillar, Inc., Missouri Municipal League, and SCORE, among many others. Her collaborations also extend to educational institutions such as Decatur Public School District #61, Community College of Baltimore County, and Millikin University, as well as impactful groups like the Girl Scouts of Central Illinois.
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Empowering
Future Leaders
As a high achiever and lifelong learner, Nikki continuously invests in both her personal and professional growth. She holds a BS and MS in Accounting, bringing over 15 years of experience in Corporate America, specializing in accounting, finance, facilitation, and supervision within the agricultural industry. Additionally, Nikki spent seven years as an Adjunct Professor, teaching courses in accounting, finance, and diversity.
In January 2019, she fully transitioned into entrepreneurship.
Nikki is also deeply committed to giving back. Currently, she is a Mentor at the Williamson County School’s Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center, a Volunteer with Junior Achievement of Middle Tennessee, a Speaker Coach for TEDx Nashville, and serves on the Steering Committee for Williamson Inc.’s
Black Business Coalition. She is also a proud member of ForbesBLK, ForbesWomen, Women in Higher Education in Tennessee (WHET), and BrainTrust.
Get to Know Nikki Beyond the Stage
Her work has not gone unnoticed. In 2018, Nikki was honored as a “Game Changer” by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP); and in 2020, she was named one of Central Illinois’ “20 under 40” for her contributions to entrepreneurship and community impact.
Speaking Topics
Our RESOLVE framework is created to inspire individuals and organizations to evolve and strive for new heights. Through this, our impactful speaking topics address key areas of both personal and professional growth, including:
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R - Resilience and Courage
E - Economics (Financial Literacy)
S - Self-Love and Identity
O - Optimism (Abundance Mindset)
L - Leadership
V - Values (Passion and Purpose)
E - Entrepreneurship and Business
About Resolve To Evolve
At Resolve To Evolve, LLC, we up-level organizations by empowering their constituents to reach new heights through a holistic approach to both personal and professional growth. Our mission is to inspire college students and entry to mid-level professionals to evolve into the best version of themselves.
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We specialize in delivering transformational and motivational keynotes as well as innovative and engaging group training sessions. Our services are consistently praised as “dynamic, impactful, inspiring, life-changing, and unforgettable,” bringing passion, energy, value, and practical insights to every audience.
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Our RESOLVE framework was created to inspire individuals and organizations to evolve and reach new heights. Each of our impactful speaking topics is customized to address key areas of personal and professional growth.
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What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to our core values – Passion, Agility, a Christian worldview, and Excellence – or as we call it, setting the PACE for success.
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Resolve. Evolve. Repeat.
