
Hope fuels momentum—and Jaclyn teaches leaders how to harness it,
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Meet Jaclyn…
Jaclyn Gallo helps leaders do the one thing they’ve been taught to avoid: get their hopes up. As a keynote speaker, author, and entrepreneur, she’s redefining what it means to lead with courage—showing that hope isn’t soft, it’s strategic. Her work challenges outdated narratives about playing it safe and replaces them with a bold, research-backed case for why possibility is a leader’s greatest asset.
Through powerful storytelling, research, and practical tools, Jaclyn delivers a message that challenges conventional leadership thinking. Her keynotes offer a compelling case for hope as a leadership advantage—showing how it fuels better decision-making, bolder action, and a culture where possibility drives performance.
Jaclyn has delivered keynotes to top organizations such as Meta, Deloitte, Comcast, and TEDx. Her work has been featured in major media outlets including Forbes, Business Insider, and Good Morning Washington. She’s the author of Stop Getting In Your Own Way and the host of the Spark Your Light podcast, which ranks in the top 1.5% of all podcasts globally and has listeners in 96 countries.
Beyond the stage, Jaclyn teaches entrepreneurship at Penn State, where she empowers the next generation of leaders to take smart risks and build with resilience. She also owns a thriving ice cream shop, where she brings her entrepreneurial spirit to life through community and joy.
A passionate advocate for women’s empowerment, Jaclyn frequently speaks at women’s conferences, helping audiences move beyond the fear of disappointment so they can raise their hand, speak up, and go for more—with confidence, not caution.
Jaclyn holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Georgetown University. She lives in Philadelphia with her husband and one-year-old son.

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