Deborah (Deb) Shapiro Bio
Deborah (Deb) Shapiro is a seasoned speaker advisor, trainer, and coach with over 15 years of experience in developing the talents and businesses of top-tier keynote and motivational speakers. In 2017, she founded DEBx, a 90-day Speaker Development Experience designed to teach emerging speakers how to use their voice as a powerful instrument of change in their communities, relationships, and businesses.Building upon the success of DEBx, Deb established Amplify Voices in 2020, an award-winning nonprofit advocacy incubator. Amplify Voices focuses on helping historically marginalized communities discover, develop, and amplify their voices to empower systemic change. Through stage events, speaker circles, and a compelling documentary titled "The Journey," the organization has made a significant impact.
Deb's mission is to ensure that all voices are heard and make a profound difference in communities and around the world. Her work has empowered individuals affected by sex trafficking, sexual violence, incarceration, and breast cancer to share their stories, fostering healing and transformation.