Need a Keynote Speaker for clarity, strategy and results? Try Gretchen!

If you are looking to fill your big event with dynamic and grounded talks that connect deeply with entrepreneurs and the youth– turning powerful inspiration into practical action and real business & career results, let’s meet!

Wait, but who is this Gretchen?

Gretchen Veran is on a mission to help people and organizations in the Philippines uncover smarter and better paths to their purpose. Her unique ability to connect and strategize is partly rooted in her Bachelor’s Degree in Foreign Service from New Era University, where she cultivated foundational skills in diplomacy – an art highly useful in navigating the nuanced worlds of business, leadership, and marketing. This academic grounding is complemented by over a decade of rich, multi-industry experience—from education, travel, EdTech, FinTech, B2B to retail and big events—all of which has honed and humbled her approach to doing business.

Gretchen’s commitment to continuous learning – a core part of ‘getting smarter’ – is evident in her professional development. Back in 2014, she significantly sharpened her digital expertise by completing the Certified Digital Marketing Program, specializing in Analytics, a joint program by the International Institute of Digital Marketing and the prestigious Asian Institute of Management (AIM). That same year, she further fortified her strategic acumen through Josiah Go’s intensive Entrepreneur and Strategy Bootcamp. Her passion for understanding diverse business ecosystems continued into 2016, leading her to the Philippine Agent Network Accelerator Program with the Helix Institute and the Microfinance Management Program with CARD MRI, gaining insights into grassroots and scalable operations. Staying at the cutting edge, Gretchen became a Meta Certified Digital Marketing Associate in 2022.

While a digital marketer and strategist by profession, Gretchen is truly a teacher and mentor at heart. It is during classes, conferences, and workshops that she feels most alive, thriving on educating and enabling SMEs and the youth. This passion is fueled by her relentless pursuit of growth and a strong bias for execution. Her approach is authentically complemented by her ability to connect—drawing from her family’s entrepreneurial journey and as an older sister to two Gen Zs—and is profoundly anchored by values cultivated through 16 years of dedicated servant-leadership with the Light of Jesus Family (The Feast).

Consequently, Gretchen stands as a uniquely relatable, principled, and impactful voice, guiding individuals and organizations in the Philippines towards smarter, better, and more purpose-driven change.

And what are the topics that she speaks well about?

Gretchen delivers keynote presentations that are always connected, cohesive, grounded in values, and packed with practical, often humorous, insights. Her talks are tailored to inspire and equip your audience.
Her popular themes include:

Smarter Marketing & Practical Innovation

Navigating today's dynamic marketing landscape, leveraging digital tools (including AI) effectively, and fostering a culture of real-world innovation within SMEs.

Purpose-Driven Growth for Mission-Led Businesses

Aligning business strategies with a clear, authentic mission and vision to achieve sustainable success, deeper customer connections, and meaningful impact in the Philippines.

The Execution Edge: Turning Ideas into Impact

Moving beyond theory to practical implementation, building efficient systems, cultivating a bias for action, and getting things done effectively.

Empowering Filipino SMEs & the Next Generation

Sharing actionable advice, mentorship insights, and motivational strategies specifically for small business owners and the vibrant youth poised to lead.

Thriving Through Change: Resilience & Adaptation in Business

Drawing from diverse industry experiences to help audiences adapt to new realities, stay relevant, and build resilient organizations ready for the future.

What do clients say about the way she delivers?

    
 
 
         
   Trisha Mae Ramirez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If I'll describe Gretch and her awesome team's work, it would be: G - Growth and goal-driven S - Straightforward and strategic B - Bold and bright ...and if that's not enough to put trust to their capabilities, I don't know what will. GSB is a gem. ;) - Trisha of GreenDev
  
 
        
   Sam Tabuena 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was truly an honor to work with Ma’am Gretchen Veran. Her patience and professionalism are highly commendable, especially during our seminar where we encountered several on-the-spot changes. Despite these challenges, she was able to adapt quickly and handle the situation with grace, showing her flexibility and dedication as a speaker. What stood out most was her ability to deliver meaningful and relevant insights even with the limited time given. She ensured that the participants not only understood but also absorbed the key points of her talk. Her clarity, confidence, and engaging delivery made the session both informative and impactful. Overall, Ma’am Gretchen is an excellent speaker. She has the remarkable ability to connect with her audience while ensuring that her message is clear and valuable. Working with her was a privilege, and I would gladly recommend her to any future event or engagement.
  
 
        
   Danpaul Mahinay 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you Gretchen for the crash course "From Purpose to Profitability through Digital Marketing". Indeed, it was a practical learning of digital marketing driven by a deep sense of purpose beyond the profit motive. I'm excited to apply all my learnings.👌
  
 
        
   Kathleen Reverente (Kate) 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you, Gretchen and the rest of the team for an enjoyable learning experience. I can easily apply all the concepts that I learn from this. As a newbie in digital marketing, I appreciate how the worksheets provided me with a starting point for Tito Steef. I will always keep this in mind: P.E.R.A.: Plan-Execute-Review-Assign. If there are future deep dive classes, I will sign up again!
  
 
        
   pierre marmonier 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The assistance of Gretchen and her team has been essentials for us over the past years
  
 
        
   Jon Diomampo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It’s awesome working with Gretchen and the GSB team! You guys displayed remarkable patience in conversing with us, listening to our stories on what we’re doing and how we’re doing things in line with our spiritual family’s mission of making disciples. It was a delight how the baselining process was done. You guys managed the project extremely well - handled the work breakdown systematically and efficiently phased things in a workable timeline. And, I appreciate so much the time given for user experience and feedback. And making yourselves available for tech support as we move towards adoption of the Mission Machine (thank you coining this as well!) for use by our “feasters” in the Feast Ortigas District of the Light of Jesus Family community. On behalf of our District Head - Bro Obet Cabrillas, thank you and great job GSB! Truly you are GSB - God’s Special Blessing to our community! God bless all of you! Jon Diomampo Feast Builder, The Feast Timog Discipleship Coordinator, Feast Ortigas District Light of Jesus Family
  
 
        
   Leonard Co 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Listens to customers. Responsive to feedback. Works fast. Produces results. What more could you ask for?
  
 
        
   Melissa Moran 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was both a privilege and a pleasure partnering with Gretchen Veran of Get Smarter and Better (GSB) during our KLIK Mobile Education (KLIKme) Pilot Program in 2023-2025. As KLIKme serves out-of-school youth and adults in 9 partner-communities in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, guiding our learners to successfully complete the DepEd ALS Program is only an interim goal. They need to start earning soonest. So we were delighted to discover GSB! Through the 12-session online course on Digital Marketing that Gretchen designed for KLIKme, over 50 of our learners gained immediate practice with tools they could apply to their own products and services or offer to potential clients. Beyond providing skills training, however, Gretchen's sessions offered our learners a lot more. Each weeknight class provided fun interaction, a helpful sounding board for questions, and genuinely personal concern and encouragement in an area that was surely intimidating to former HS dropouts who never dreamed they could use their gadgets to create something useful -- and possibly earn from it! For this, we at KLIKme are truly grateful to Gretchen and GSB. Your service is clearly not just about sharing digital-age knowhow. It is about extending hope. Till our next collaboration! Melissa Y. Moran / COO & Content Director KLIK Mobile Education
  
 
        
   Andreis Catering 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you so much Ms. Gretchen for building our website. They were professional, responsive, and understood our needs perfectly. We highly recommend Get Smarter and Better to anyone looking to create a professional and effective website for their business. God bless you, Ms. Gretchen! More power!
  
 
  
 
  
 
   Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 11 reviews

What other companies and big events has she spoken at?

Gretchen has had the privilege of inspiring and educating audiences at a diverse range of company events, industry conferences, SME development workshops, and youth leadership forums throughout the Philippines.

What other companies and organizations has she worked with throughout her professional career?

Ready to fill your next big event with impactful talks- delivered with heart, mind, energy & humor?

Don’t miss the opportunity to have Gretchen Veran energize, equip, and inspire your attendees! Reach out today to discuss your event’s theme, your audience’s needs, and how Gretchen can help you deliver a truly memorable and impactful experience that will make your tickets sell really fast!