Strong Women Speakers
Jenedy Paige
Jenedy Paige is a professional oil painter with nearly two decades of experience in capturing spiritual themes in her realistic approach to painting. Her work has won national awards and has been collected worldwide. She is also 5X American Ninja Warrior athlete and believes the persistence she gained in the art world has added to her success in the ninja gym. She uses both her art and her ninja practice as a means of sharing her love of Jesus Christ.
@jenedypaige
Celeste Mergens
Celeste Mergens is the bestselling author of The Power of Days and founder of the global award-winning organization Days for Girls, which has reached more than 3.5 million women and girls in 145 countries, shattering stigma, shame, and taboos and turning periods into pathways of healing, new growth, and opportunity. She has been featured in Oprah's O Magazine, Forbes, and Stanford Social Innovation Review. She was awarded the AARP Purpose Prize, Conscious Company Global Impact Entrepreneur Top Ten Women, and Women's Economic Forum's Women of the Decade. She is happily married to her best friend of over 40 years, Don Mergens. They have six children and live in the Pacific Northwest.
@celestemergens
@Daysforgirls
Adassa Candiani
Adassa is an American reggaetón and urban-pop singer-songwriter known as the “Reggaetón Princess.” Raised in St. Croix by Afro-Colombian parents, she is a sought-after collaborator, she’s performed with Daddy Yankee, Pitbull, Missy Elliott, Snoop Dogg, Ciara, and more. In 2021 she voiced Dolores in Disney’s Encanto, delivering the memorable rap in “We Don’t Talk About Bruno,” earning Grammy‑winning acclaim and AMA nominations Adassa also sang the National Anthem at the Homestead Miami Speedway NASCAR event . Beyond music, she’s a mother of seven, a lyricist for major labels, and continues to inspire across genres and generations.
@adassaofficial
Sarah Frei
In July 2020, 17- year old Sarah Frei became paralyzed from the waist down and lost both of her legs as a result of a head-on collision with a drunk driver. Sarah was hospitalized for 3 months and endured 20 surgeries. She has adapted to her new life and has remained strong and positive. She believes that no matter your circumstances, everyone has the ability to make the world a better and brighter place.
@strong.like.sarah
Brooke Romney
Brooke Romney is a Utah-based writer, speaker, and mother of four boys, celebrated for her authentic, heart-centered storytelling. With roots on Capitol Hill, she transitioned into freelance writing, contributing to The Washington Post, Deseret News, Scary Mommy, and more—drawing millions of readers. She’s the Amazon #1 bestselling author of 52 Modern Manners for Today’s Teens (Volumes 1 & 2), and I Like Me Anyway: Embracing Imperfection, Connection & Christ, providing practical, positive guidance for families. As a speaker and podcast guest, Brooke encourages connection, imperfection, and purpose, helping moms and teens build meaningful relationships. Through her blog and Instagram @BrookeRomneyWrites, she offers honest, hopeful insight on parenting, marriage (20+ years), faith, and daily life in Utah’s mountains Whether writing, speaking, volunteering, or enjoying gummy candy and sunshine, Brooke focuses on making life more connected, real, and full of joy—one story at a time.
@brookeromneywrites
Larissa Cottle
Larissa Eddington Cottle is a concrete worker, fitness competitor, mother, and seven‑time competitor on American Ninja Warrior from Lehi, Utah. In Season 9 of American Ninja Warrior she ranked among top five women in Denver qualifiers, advancing to finals. Beyond TV, she inspires a dedicated Instagram community of 160K+ followers through fitness coaching, motivational content, and strength training tips, supporting brands like Bucked Up. A driven wife and mom, Larissa juggles family life, construction work, and fitness with passion and resilience—one pull-up, obstacle, and sunrise workout at a time.
@rissfit_warrior
Princess Juah Bombyck
Princess Juah Bombyck is a Liberian-born, BYU–Idaho–educated public health advocate, entrepreneur, and founder of Juah Apparel—an activewear line focused on accessibility and social impact. A migrant raised in war‑torn Liberia, she built a career in community health within Utah, working for Sl Co Health Department and the University of Utah, before launching Juah to tackle both fitness and equity challenges. In 2023 she secured a $15,000 grant from the Mountain West Foundation pitch competition, and more recently, placed third and won the audience award at the New American Dream Lab. Juah Apparel’s buttery-soft, affordable designs are more than just clothing—they’re a step toward her vision of inclusive wellness, especially for underserved communities. Bombyck continues her dual mission as a community health worker and entrepreneur, with plans to expand into men’s and children’s lines and eventually launch community wellness centers.
@juahbombyck
@shopjuahapparel
Katrina Rassmusen
Katrina Rasmussen is a dedicated Utah-based fitness coach known for her energetic approach and passion for empowering clients of all ages. With extensive experience in wellness and health coaching, she specializes in helping individuals discover a balanced and meaningful lifestyle through personalized fitness plans. Katrina’s strengths include strong communication skills and a holistic focus on both physical and mental wellbeing—she supports youth and adults alike in developing lasting healthy habits. Whether leading group classes or offering one-on-one guidance, she brings genuine enthusiasm and commitment to every session.
@trina.rasmussen
Kamali'i Stopper
Kamali‘i Stopper is a Texas-based wellness coach who blends high-energy training with mindful yoga. As a busy medical student and mother to two young boys she balances her passions for jiu jitsu and hand stands with homework and housework. Known for her authentic presence, she creates inclusive, heart-centered online classes and in-person workshops, encouraging her community to move with intention, build resilience, and find peace in every practice.
@kama_fit11
Annie Ogden
Annie Ogden is a comedian, writer, and Diet Coke enthusiast who believes that curiosity, faith and enthusiasm allows ordinary people to do extraordinary things. A BYU graduate with a BA in Advertising and two minors in Hebrew, she now works as a social media manager for The Lisa Show and performs at the ComedyBox theater in Provo, UT. Introduced to ninja by a friend, Annie is building strength—inside and out—as she prepares to apply to law school with a focus on freedom of belief and human rights.
@ogden_annie