Amanda transforms her 460-day hostage ordeal into profound insights on resilience and practical tools to cultivate an adaptable, growth-oriented mindset that will reconnect you to your purpose, bolster performance, and renew focus.

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  • “Of the 40+ speakers  we had for our real estate conference, Amanda came out on top, ranking #1 in our survey of over 6000 attendees . People are still talking about her many, many lessons on resilience.”

    Australia Real Estate Conference

  • “We just had Amanda Lindhout for EO Detroit and SHE WAS UNBELIEVABLE… Can’t recommend any more highly. Never seen so many EO members cry and hug so freely. Amanda is the most resilient person I have ever met.”

    EO DETROIT

  • “One of the most remarkable people I have ever heard speak.
    She should be heard by all.”

    Google

  • “Amanda’s story, and the moving way she shares it, served as the perfect close to our Fortune Magazine Summit. The 900+ CEOs and top executives were brought to tears and cheers as they received a message that put the significant pressures they face every day into perspective.”

    VERNE HARNISH, Founder of EO GROWTH SUMMIT PRESENTED BY FORTUNE

  • “I’ve been booking keynote speakers for 25 years. I’ve seen them all. So, when someone exceptional takes my stage – I know it quickly. Amanda was that exception. The audience was so transfixed on her story that you could hear a pin drop. By the end of it all – there wasn’t a dry eye in the house, and she got a huge standing ovation.”

    HOWARD SZIGETI PRODUCER, UNIQUE LIVES & EXPERIENCE

  • “Fantastic! She received a standing ovation. We should have had a bigger venue, as we turned away literally hundreds of people!”

    Edmonton Teacher’s Conference

  • “First standing ovation in any of our chapter events!”

    YPO TRINIDAD AND BARBADOS

About Amanda

Amanda was kidnapped at gunpoint in Somalia and held hostage for 460 days. That experience, and the PTSD which followed, set into motion her healing, growth and transformation. Today, her fresh perspective on navigating challenges inspires audiences around the world to look for what is emerging from the ashes in times of personal and professional crisis.

An unparalleled voice on the topics of resilience, extraordinary mindset and transformation, she has delivered over 500 keynotes in 28 countries for some of the biggest companies in the world. Her New York Times bestselling memoir A House in the Sky is being developed into a limited series by Hollywood production company A24.

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New York Times Notable Book

New York Times Notable Book

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Heather's Picks

Globe Books 100: Best Canadian Nonfiction

Globe Books 100: Best Canadian Nonfiction

Amazon Editor's Pick Best Memoir

Amazon Editor's Pick Best Memoir

A House in the Sky

#1 International Bestseller

“Exquisitely told… A young woman’s harrowing coming-of-age story and an extraordinary narrative of forgiveness and spiritual triumph.”
THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW

“One of the most powerfully written books I have ever read.”
ELIZABETH GILBERT, Author of EAT, PRAY, LOVE

“A stunning story of strength and survival.”
JEANNETTE WALLS, Author of THE GLASS CASTLE

Speaking Reels

Contact

For speaking engagements, Amanda partners with bureaus worldwide. Send a message with details about your event and we’ll connect you with a bureau agent.

For the fastest response to your event inquiry, text or call Jeff at 647-261-3419

    To request a review copy of A HOUSE IN THE SKY, host a bookstore event or schedule an interview with Amanda, please contact:

    Rita Silva, Publicist
    Simon & Schuster Canada
    rita.silva@simonandschuster.ca