Meet LINDA HANNAH

  Linda Hannah is the Founder of Linda Hannah Speaks, where she empowers audiences to navigate the many “hats” they wear with confidence, resilience, and authenticity. A passionate speaker, author, and former hat designer, Linda uses the rich symbolism of hats to inspire others, blending personal growth with historical insight to create impactful and engaging presentations.

Drawing on her experience as a milliner and storyteller, Linda has spoken to audiences ranging from professional women’s organizations to historical societies and libraries. She has presented her insights on hats beyond her home state, including in Florida and Georgia, covering both historical perspectives and personal empowerment. Her original hat design—a green velour felt creation adorned with Kelly Green coque feathers—was featured for over a year in the Crowning Glories exhibit at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit, highlighting her deep connection to the artistry and heritage of African American millinery.

Her featured talks include:

• Hat Moments: A Dynamic Journey Through the Evolution of Hats and Their Historical Impact – Exploring how hats reflect societal roles, changing fashion trends, and women’s evolving place in history.
   
• Hats Off to Your Brilliance – An empowering keynote on embracing personal and professional growth.

She is the author of The Hat Chronicles: Scripture-Powered Insights to Embrace Every Role You Wear and a contributing writer to A Widow’s Resilience, a collection of stories highlighting strength through loss and healing.

  Inspire. Educate. Empower.

Blending education, empowerment, and inspiration, Linda Hannah takes audiences on a meaningful journey through history, heritage, and the many “hats” we wear in life. Through captivating storytelling, historical insights, and powerful metaphors, she creates learning experiences that enlighten and inspire—helping individuals, teams, and leaders tap into their inner brilliance, navigate challenges with strength, and move forward with clarity and purpose.

Linda’s signature talks draw from her transformative H.A.T.S. Mindset Map, her revealing perspective on the Seven Hats Mentally Strong Women DON’T Wear, and the empowering Courage Résumé—tools that help audiences shift limiting beliefs and lead with authenticity. Whether exploring personal growth, leadership, or the cultural significance of headwear across generations, Linda equips audiences to rise—one empowering hat at a time.