Amberly Lago

Amberly Lago is a leading expert in the field of resilience and transformation. She is the best-selling author of "True Grit and Grace" and empowers people around the world by sharing her story of how she turned a tragedy into triumph. Lago is also known for her impactful keynotes on building resilience and mastering a growth mindset.

At age 38, Lago’s life was turned upside down when she was hit by an SUV while riding her motorcycle. Recovering from 34 surgeries to save her leg from amputation, she was diagnosed with an incurable chronic pain disease. As a result, she lost her career, her passion, and her confidence. Nonetheless, she has spoken at organizations such as Dress for Success, setting a positive tone for their year-long program, and she has been voted as the top speaker at an annual conference organized by RSDSA.

Today, Lago is a true inspiration of motivation and resilience. She has curated unique tools to teach others how to tap into their superpower of resilience and persevere through any of life’s challenges. She offers hope and solutions for anyone to live life to the fullest. Her podcast "True Grit and Grace" is recognized by Apple, and her TEDx talk at TEDxBerkeley titled "The Pace of Pain" has reached a broad audience, furthering her impact. Lago specializes in keynotes on adaptability, business growth, collaboration, innovation, mindfulness and mindset, motivation, overcoming obstacles, podcasting, resilience, and storytelling.