<p>Princess Sarah has an extraordinary journey that has been featured on CNN, GMA, BBC, and numerous other media outlets. Her story inspired the book she co-wrote, <em>A Princess Found,</em> which is being adapted into a live-action movie with Disney. With over 15 years of experience in education, Princess Sarah has presented and created curriculum for schools, universities, and corporations. As a keynote speaker, the President and Co-founder of her nonprofit, Sierra Leone Rising, and a businesswoman in the entertainment industry, her work spans the globe.</p><p>Through Sierra Leone Rising, Princess Sarah has helped young girls stay in school with a sanitary pad program, provided clean drinking water by building wells, and bridged the gap between cultures through coding initiatives. Her efforts in education and technology have led to upcoming projects that connect children to cultures worldwide. In connection with her impactful work, she connects with global royalty and leaders in her new podcast called, <em>Modern Royalty Podcast.</em></p><p><br></p>
Princess of Sierra Leone, Humanitarian and Co-Founder of Sierra Leone Rising, Author of <em>A Princess Found</em>
<ul><li><strong>Princess Found: You Are More Than Your Title</strong></li><li>Raised in West Virginia by her adoptive parents, Sarah Culberson had little knowledge of her ancestry. She grew up in a loving, white household, but she had questions about her identity and biracial roots that led her to hire a private investigator. When she began her unforgettable journey to find her family, she never imagined what she would discover or how it would change her life: she was related to African royalty, and she was a princess.</li><li>Princess Sarah takes an audience on her journey from princess to humanitarian. Central to her message is the idea that everyone has to take responsibility for and earn their title, whether it’s that of being a mother, a company leader, or a new team hire. The title alone is not enough to confer respect or success, and Sarah’s presentation inspires audiences to focus on the core values leaders and teams can use personally and professionally to:<ul><li>Build a diverse and inclusive community and culture</li><li>Empower others</li><li>Overcome fears and pursue excellence</li></ul></li><li>From dancer and actor to princess, humanitarian, to being an educator, Princess Sarah uses warmth and humor in her keynote presentations to provide a unique experience filled with stories, vivid multimedia presentations and above all, a spirit of kindness and inclusiveness. Attendees will be inspired to undertake their own journey of self-discovery and transformation and to elevate their personal goals to include the empowerment of others.</li><li><strong>Fear to Fabulous: Overcoming Your Fears & Taking On Dreams</strong></li><li>In this presentation, Sarah Culberson explores how she achieved her dream of connecting with her biological family: an experience that changed the trajectory of her life for the better. She began her journey faced with the fear of rejection but stepped into a fabulous world where she met her family, connected with her tribe, and accepted the responsibility of empowering others and sharing their stories. Discovering her heritage revealed a new purpose where she actively works alongside community leaders to promote various infrastructure, public health, and female empowerment initiatives throughout Sierra Leone. As a speaker she is a passionate advocate for embracing even the worst and scariest parts of your journey and for persistence and courage in pursuit of your dreams.</li><li><strong>Better Together: How To Build a Culture of Belonging</strong></li><li>The landscape of leadership and organizations has changed. Whether in a corporate or nonprofit setting, team members want a sense of community and belonging. However, building this kind of culture doesn't happen on its own, it requires action. Princess Sarah’s keynote is for groups who are serious about recognizing differences and taking on people challenges to solve and innovate. In this keynote, filled with real-world stories, valuable insights and actionable strategies, Princess Sarah shows audiences how to:<ul><li>Challenge assumptions and take responsibility for elevating yourself and those around you.</li><li>Be willing to get uncomfortable and have the challenging conversations</li><li>Navigate with compassion and use humanity to listen and learn to drive decisions</li></ul></li><li>Building a culture of belonging isn’t just the responsibility of leaders. Every member of an organization—every title, every position has to play a role. Princess Sarah focuses on empowering YOU, the individual, to take action and build a tribe that is meaningful, passionate, and sustainable.</li><li><strong>Fear to Fabulous: Overcoming your Fears & Taking on Dreams</strong></li><li>In ‘Fear to Fabulous’ Sarah Culberson explores how she achieved her dream of connecting with her biological family: an experience that changed the trajectory of her life for the better. She began her journey faced with the fear of rejection but stepped into a fabulous world where she met her family, connected with her tribe, and accepted the responsibility of supporting those with low visibility. Discovering her heritage revealed a new purpose where she actively works alongside community leaders in order to promote various infrastructure, public health, and female empowerment initiatives throughout Sierra Leone. With both a BFA and MFA in theater, Sarah mastered public speaking and acts as an advocate to campaign for diversity, equity, and self-discovery. Sarah inspires others with her experience of how she embraced the unknown and ventured into a wonderful world where she found what she is meant to do in her lifetime.</li><li><br></li></ul>