Breast Cancer Survivor Thriving Through Adversity

Thandi Montgomery is the founder of Thandi Monee’ LLC and Vice President of the Montgomery Legacy Foundation. She graduated Summa Cum Laude and received her undergraduate degree from Florida A&M University. She also has a Master’s in Business Administration. Before starting her entrepreneurial journey, Thandi served as a marketing executive, developing results-driven strategies for renowned brands such as AstraZeneca, Capital One, Cinnabon, Dell, Macy’s, The Home Depot, Verizon Wireless, and Wingstop.

Through the Montgomery Legacy Foundation, Thandi creates lasting community impact by awarding scholarships to deserving high school students and equipping individuals with the financial literacy and investing knowledge needed to build generational wealth.

Thandi is recognized for her unwavering commitment to whole-self transformation, and her message inspires people to reconnect with who they are so they can live and lead as their true selves. As a transformational keynote speaker, corporate trainer, certified coach, and guest lecturer, she has taken her message from boardrooms to news outlets, conference stages to the TEDx stage, and university classrooms at Dartmouth and beyond.

Thandi’s work speaks to anyone standing at the crossroads of who they have been and who they are meant to become, from corporate leaders and executives to survivors and individuals ready for change but unsure where to start.

Central to her work are her highly rated signature programs, Resilient Narratives and FREE to Be Me, which guide individuals through the transformational process of healing through creativity and breaking free from people-pleasing, so they can live as their true selves rather than the version others expect.

After being diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer in 2021, Thandi courageously fought and won, enduring 4 surgeries,  16 rounds of chemo, and 30 rounds of radiation. It was through this journey that she discovered the significance of embracing her true self and living with intention, an experience that now lives at the heart of her work and programs. In 2023, the Dallas Cowboys honored Thandi as a Star Survivor for her impactful breast cancer advocacy work.

When she is not speaking, coaching, or consulting, Thandi enjoys traveling overseas to explore and learn about different cultures. Her journeys across South Africa, Zimbabwe, Dubai, Italy, France, Spain, and beyond have enriched and expanded her outlook on life.

She is happily married to Joshua Montgomery and is the proud mother of little Joshua and little Thandi. She lives in Dallas, TX, enjoys spending time with her family, reading, eating gourmet popcorn, and cheering for the Dallas Cowboys.
 

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Keynotes

The Resilient Mindset: Thriving Through Adversity

Adversity strips away who we thought we were and reveals who we truly are. Using her breast cancer experience as a backdrop, Thandi introduces the transformative A.C.T. Framework. Audiences learn how to Acknowledge their true needs, Change their perspective on setbacks, and Tell their story to advocate for others. Leave equipped with strategies to turn life’s hardest transitions into fuel for growth.
 

R.I.S.E Up, I’m Built for This

Reclaim your power and rewrite your narrative after facing life’s greatest challenges. Through the R.I.S.E. framework, Thandi shares how to face your truth, release what holds you back, and reimagine a life where your story becomes a source of inspiration for others.

The Deadly Cost of People-Pleasing (TEDx Talk)

Saying “yes” to everyone else often means saying “no” to yourself. In this inspiring talk, Thandi explores the hidden emotional, mental, and physical costs of people-pleasing, revealing how the pursuit of approval can lead to burnout and a loss of identity. She shares practical insights to help audiences set healthy boundaries using the F.R.E.E. framework so they can live the life they want and not the life others expect of them. Click here to watch the talk.
 

The A.R.T. of Reclaiming Your Beauty

Life’s greatest transitions often disrupt our sense of identity and force us to redefine how we see ourselves. Using her personal journey through life-altering change as a backdrop, Thandi introduces the transformative A.R.T. Framework. Audiences learn how to Acknowledge their feelings to claim their worth, Reimagine beauty from within on their own terms, and Tell their story to inspire healing in others. Leave equipped with actionable strategies to rebuild confidence, celebrate your strength, and step into your true power.
 

Stronger Together: The Patient & Physician Connection

The patient-physician relationship is the heart of medicine, but it’s easy for real connection to get lost in the daily grind of healthcare. Drawing on her own journey navigating the medical system, Thandi introduces the transformative L.E.T. Framework. Audiences learn how to Listen deeply to what patients are really saying, Empathize to build genuine trust, and Teach and treat holistically to care for the whole person. You’ll walk away with simple, actionable ways to strengthen patient relationships, improve outcomes, and bring compassionate care back to the center of your practice.
 

Breakout Sessions

Resilient Narratives: How to Creatively Tell Your Breast Cancer Story

Explore the transformative journey into the healing power of creative expressions with Thandi’s inspiring breakout session. This talk actively guides the audience through the process of harnessing creativity as a tool for personal growth and healing. Discover how words, visuals, and various creative forms can empower you to share your unique story, inspire others, and find strength and solidarity in collective narratives. Thandi, drawing from her own experience, showcases how photography, poetry, documentary filmmaking, motivational speaking, and affirmations continue to play pivotal roles in her healing during and after the cancer journey.

Gen2Gen: Building a Lasting Legacy of Great Health

Join Thandi Montgomery, a certified health and wellness coach and breast cancer survivor, as she presents “Gen2Gen: Building a Lasting Legacy of Great Health.” In this engaging breakout session, Thandi introduces the transformative framework of the 4Rs: Research, Rethink Daily Habits, Remember Your Check-ups, and Reimagine Traditions to help individuals and families establish and maintain intergenerational health and wellness.

Thandi explores the crucial role each of the 4Rs plays in creating a sustainable and vibrant legacy of well-being. Through compelling stories, practical advice, and evidence-based strategies, she inspires audiences to embrace the 4Rs and take actionable steps toward lasting health. Attendees will leave with a renewed sense of purpose, ready to implement these principles within their families and communities, ensuring that health and wellness become enduring family values.
 

Your Brand, Your Truth: Personal and Professional Branding

Through the C.A.R.E. framework, Thandi shows how to unlock potential and confidently bring a vision for success to life. This breakout session will inspire mid- and senior-level professionals to gain clarity, set meaningful goals, and take empowered action.

Takeaways:

1. Clarity: Get clear on your identity, values, and vision.
2. Aspire: Define personal and professional goals that inspire you.
3. Remove: Address fears, obstacles, and limiting beliefs holding you back.
4. Execute: Take action and follow through to achieve your roadmap and dreams.

 
Thandi is available for booking through The Speak Well Being Group for breast cancer awareness events, women’s health conferences, nursing and healthcare leadership events, nurses appreciation programs, corporate wellness events, and women’s leadership conferences.

There is no additional fee to you for working with The Speak Well Being Group — The Speak Well Being Group is compensated by the speaker. You get 28 years of vetting, personal knowledge of Thandi and her work, and someone in your corner from first inquiry through event day.