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?
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!