Leticia Walpole

Keynote Speaker · Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel · Author · Guinness World Record Holder

Represented by Heroes Speak Bureau

Change the way you think to conquer a life that once seemed impossible.

Leticia Walpole shares a powerful true story of poverty, migration, military service, motherhood, faith, discipline and leadership to help audiences transform adversity into purpose and dreams into action.

A real story of resilience, discipline and purpose.

Leticia Walpole does not speak from theory. She speaks from a life tested by hardship, migration, leadership, war, family and faith.

Born in Ciudad Nezahualcóyotl, Mexico, she left her home at 21 with a dream: to build a better life, join the Armed Forces and obtain an education. Years later, she retired as a Lieutenant Colonel after more than 33 years of service in the United States Army.

Her message is clear: your circumstances may shape your story, but your mindset, discipline and faith can transform your future.

Why audiences remember Leticia

Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel
More than 33 years of military service
Deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan, Kuwait and other global missions
Guinness World Record holder
Five university degrees
Fluent in three languages
Mother of five
Author of Yo, ¿un cactus? (Me, a Cactus?)
Speaker on resilience, leadership, discipline, women’s leadership and purpose

Signature Keynotes

Leticia’s keynotes are designed for audiences that need more than inspiration. They need clarity, courage, discipline and a reason to take action.

Her message connects with students, women, leaders, veterans, military institutions, Hispanic communities, companies and organizations that want to awaken purpose and strengthen resilience.

Me, A Cactus?

How to Change Your Mindset and Conquer an Impossible Life

A transformational keynote about resilience, identity, discipline, faith and purpose. Through her personal story, Leticia helps audiences understand that they are not defined by their origin, pain or circumstances, but by the way they choose to think, act and rise.

Best for: schools, universities, Hispanic Heritage events, community organizations, leadership events and resilience programs.

The Power of a Woman Who Refused to Give Up

Leadership, Inner Strength and Purpose for Women Ready to Rise

A keynote for women who have faced rejection, pressure, responsibility or self-doubt. Leticia shares her experience as a Latina immigrant, mother of five and military leader to inspire women to reclaim their voice, strengthen their confidence and live with purpose.

Best for: women’s leadership events, Latina leadership audiences, universities, women veterans, community groups and professional organizations.

Discipline That Transforms

Life Lessons from a Military Career

Based on more than 33 years of service in the United States Army, this keynote shows how discipline, service and purpose can transform identity, character and future. Leticia shares practical leadership lessons from military life, global missions and high-pressure environments.

Best for: military institutions, veteran organizations, ROTC/JROTC programs, schools, universities, youth leadership programs and corporate teams.