Speaking Engagements

Now booking for 2022

Chelesa Holden is the Founder and CEO of Innovative Change Consulting Group, LLC. She is passionate about social justice change. She strives hard to work in the community to make St. Louis a better and more conducive environment when it comes to alleviating systemic barriers. With years of experience serving the community, resolving conflicts, and providing guidance for those in need; she is dedicated to breaking down systemic barriers that affect individuals from disadvantaged communities and marginalized populations. 

Signature Topics

  • Social Workers as Consultants

  • Social Workers & Their Impact on Policy

  • Building Inclusive Communities

  • Mass Incarceration and Criminal Justice Reform

  • Effective Evaluation of Programs and Services

  • Trauma Awareness & Trauma-Informed Care of BIPOC Communities


Past Speaking Engagements

  • Culturally-Responsive Approaches to Criminal Justice, Amplifying Voices and Creating Accountability Virtual Conference 2021

  • Victory Lap: Hustle & Motivate Through Fundraising, Strategic Marketing and Fundraising Conference, April 2021

  • When They See Us: A Discussion to Alleviate Social Justice Inequality, June 2019

  • Teens and Social Media: It’s a Mixed Bag, September 2019

  • Creating a Strategic Fundraising Plan, Strategic Marketing and Fundraising Essentials Conference, October 2019

  • Applying Skills to Create an Inclusive Community, Leadership Discovery Summitt, October 2019

  • Dismantling the Pipeline: Past, Present, and Future, Innovate 2020 Community Exchange, October 2019


Speaking Engagement request