Speaking Portfolio | Jacquelyn Miccolis
August 2025 (Upcoming)
DevOps Days Halifax
Leading with Empathy: Building Inclusive, High‑Performance Teams in Agile Environments
During this presentation, Jacquelyn Miccolis will explore how emotional intelligence, empathy, and inclusive leadership practices are essential for high-performing Agile teams. Attendees will gain actionable strategies to foster psychological safety, improve communication, and empower diverse voices within fast-paced tech environments.
April 2025
AU Impact Forum
Dalhousie University
Building Inclusive Communities During a Time of Disruption
Delivered a custom presentation to university professionals across Atlantic Canada in Marketing, Recruitment, and Government Relations. Explored strategies to build inclusive, resilient campus communities rooted in belonging and empathy, drawing on my entrepreneurial experience navigating the pandemic.
Feb 2025
Enactus Canada Regional Exposition (Atlantic Canada)
Competition Judge
Served as a judge evaluating student-led entrepreneurial projects and business ventures with a focus on generating positive social impact. Assessed live presentations and engaged during the Q&A sessions to determine finalists progressing to the National Competition.
Jan 2025
Community Engagement Committee Meeting
Dalhousie University
Community Building Through Inclusive and Accessible Events
Crafted and delivered customized presentations that employ strategic frameworks to transform events into dynamic catalysts for community engagement, always prioritizing accessibility and authentic inclusion to spark meaningful participation.
Sept 2024
Blackout Podcast
Creativity, Community, and Business: Building Impact Together
Discussed the intersection of creativity and entrepreneurship as engines for social change, revealing strategies to launch and sustain impact-driven ventures with limited resources.
Aug 2024
Afternoon Pint Podcast
Creative Entrepreneurship & Book Release
A candid conversation about my journey writing Unfiltered Wisdom and creating a socially responsible business.
July 2024
DisruptHR Halifax
From Pasta to Paintbrushes
Drawing from my own Italian roots, where creativity is an integral part of daily life, I demonstrated how these cultural values can be harnessed as innovative tools in modern HR.
April 2024
Supernova Conference
Harnessing Creativity as a Superpower for Community, Business, and Resilience
Delivered a storytelling presentation sharing my journey as a business owner running a brick-and-mortar in downtown Halifax. Offered insights on leveraging creativity as a superpower to build communities, fuel business growth, and cultivate resilience.
