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7 Reasons to Book JoyAnn for Your Event

1. She Speaks from the Heart, Not a Script
JoyAnn doesn’t just deliver a talk—she shares lived experiences with raw honesty, humility, and a refreshing mix of laughter and real talk that connects deeply with audiences.

2. She Represents a Reality Millions Live But Few Talk About
With over 70% of families impacted by blending, JoyAnn gives voice to the often-overlooked role of the stepmom—navigating love, boundaries, loyalty, and the feeling of coming in third.

3. Her Story is Both Relatable and Redemptive
From never imagining life as a stepmom to embracing her role with purpose and grace, JoyAnn’s journey resonates with anyone who’s ever faced unexpected challenges and found unexpected joy.

4. She’s a Bridge Between Bio and Bonus
JoyAnn has found ways to honor the kids’ biological mom while showing up fully as a bonus mom—modeling empathy, boundaries, and emotional maturity.

5. She Brings Humor to the Hard Stuff
Blended families aren’t always easy, but JoyAnn knows how to lighten the load without minimizing the reality. Her balance of humor and depth makes her the speaker people remember.

6. She’s Not a “Parenting Expert”—She’s a Real One
There’s power in hearing from someone in it, not someone reading about it. JoyAnn doesn’t pretend to have all the answers—but she’s got plenty of lessons, insight, and encouragement.

7. She Inspires Hope Without Sugarcoating the Struggle
Whether it’s a panel, workshop, podcast, or main stage, JoyAnn helps others feel seen—and reminds them that beautiful things can come from messy beginnings.

"JoyAnn brought something truly special to our panel.

She spoke with such authenticity and compassion...you could feel the room leaning in. Her story made us laugh, tear up, and reflect in the best ways. JoyAnn doesn’t just talk; she connects."

Rachel Meyers, Panel Host

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What's The Process?

We get it…planning an impactful event takes time, energy, and intention. And when the dust settles, what really matters is what your audience connects with, remembers, and walks away talking about. Whether you’re hosting a panel, keynote, or workshop, JoyAnn brings a fresh, honest voice to the often-overlooked experience of being a stepmom. Her story is real, her presence is warm, and her insights are practical. She’s here to make your event meaningful—and make you look like a genius for booking her.

1. Get In Touch

Click "Book JoyAnn" to get the conversation started! JoyAnn's team will reach out within 24 hours to go over the details and check availability for your date. We'll also make sure your event is a good fit for what JoyAnn offers. In the meantime, we will hold your booking date while we sort out the details.

2. Book Your Date

To lock in a date with JoyAnn, a 50% non-refundable deposit is required. We’ll also send over a contract for you to review and sign. Once that’s done, we’ll schedule a pre-event call with JoyAnn to go over all the details!

3. Consultation

JoyAnn will connect with you and your team...either in person or over Zoom...to learn more about your organization, event theme, goals, and industry trends. This helps her tailor her talk to fit your event perfectly!

4. Payment

The remaining balance is due 60 days before your event. As the date gets closer, we’ll confirm the room setup, send any marketing materials if needed, and finalize travel, staging, and other details to make sure everything runs smoothly!

5. Event

For out-of-town events, JoyAnn usually arrives the day before to get settled. This gives her time for an early sound check, setup, and a final run-through of any event details...making sure everything’s good to go for showtime!