Linda Argila is an  entrepreneur who helps people grow their business. She is a speaker, writer, fundraiser, event producer, kiteboarder, and advocate for people faced with life’s challenges. From prison inmate to raising over $100 million for philanthropic causes, Linda is the definition of resilience. As a speaker and storyteller, Linda captivates audiences with her message of hope and building resilience in the face of life’s most difficult challenges. Using her own hardships and successes as an example, Linda encourages others to embrace day-to-day struggles as an opportunity for personal growth.

With a diverse array of life experiences, Linda’s story appeals to audiences young and old, across demographics and circumstances, and addresses a reality that everyone can relate to: Being prepared for life’s challenges allows us to face them with more strength, courage, and tenacity.

Linda has been featured widely in the media including, The Wall Street Journal, FOX, ABC, NBC, CBS, and is currently writing her memoir: A YEAR AND A DAY: One Woman’s Inspiring Journey From Life with a Fugitive, to Life Behind Bars, to Life with a Purpose.

As a formerly incarcerated single mother, Linda Argila is no stranger to challenge and adversity. Linda’s struggles span out over two decades, when she faced serious personal, financial, and legal issues. However, rather than allowing herself to become a victim, Linda created daily routines and practices that helped her to not only overcome unfortunate circumstances, but to start living a life of purpose and passion and pursuing her dreams.

In this eye-opening keynote, Linda reveals a radically different approach to both personal and professional development: instead of pretending we live in a world where problems don’t exist, we can prepare ourselves with proven real-life practical solutions and build a foundation of resilience. So, when the waves of life come crashing down, we don’t get swept away.

Let’s face it – starting a business is hard enough on anyone. But when you’re starting with limited capital, or in the face of adversity, getting off the ground is even harder. When Linda Argila was released from Danbury Federal Prison, she had a young daughter to care for, no money, no job, no connections, and a criminal record. Talk about a rough start! Despite these setbacks, Linda launched an award-winning career as a professional fundraiser, growing to raise $50 million for charitable organizations. She established relationships with large corporations, politicians, celebrities, spiritual leaders, renowned visual artists, and some of the biggest philanthropists in the world.

In this heartfelt and very practical presentation, Linda will share skills she developed as she transformed her life from rock bottom to success as an entrepreneur, such as how to build confidence through adversity, grow deeper connections by sharing your personal story, and authentic approaches to cultivating more meaningful personal and professional relationships.

Everyone has struggles (big or small) at some point, and it can feel like we are trapped. Too often our mind becomes prisoner to unpleasant experiences holding us back from our full potential. Linda Argila has had her share of life’s ups and downs, but after a series of devastating events, including incarceration, she discovered ways to use her challenges and setbacks as an opportunity for personal growth.

In this powerful presentation, the former inmate turned award-winning professional fundraiser reveals
My Prison Workout™, the highly effective regimen inspired by her prison experience that got her into the best physical, emotional, and spiritual shape of her life while behind bars.

Attendees will discover how they can incorporate these same strategies into their own life to create self-happiness and build greater resiliency. Linda’s story illustrates how even the most unexpected and extreme hardships can reveal life-sustaining lessons and will inspire audiences to see their own struggles in a new and positive light.

“By sharing her captivating story and thought-provoking message with us, Linda opened my eyes to a new way of tackling challenges. Her courageous honesty about past struggles connects with people on a deep level, really tapping into their emotions.  Linda’s dynamic personality is invigorating, her passion is contagious, and she undoubtedly motivates others to take practical steps towards improving their own lives. I look forward to hearing more from her in the future.”
—Harvey Fuchs, Managing Director, Senior Credit Officer, Citicorp

“We were so pleased when Linda agreed to present Growing Connections Through Adversity at our annual kick-off meeting. Linda’s extraordinary story captured everyone’s attention the moment she started speaking. Her passion and unique ability to connect with people, created a unity of togetherness with the entire room. Using her own setbacks as an example, Linda proves how adversity can lead to positive change and more meaningful relationships. She provided realistic tips to overcome obstacles and inspired us to embrace day-to-day challenges as an opportunity for personal and professional growth. Her motto: “If I can do it, so can you” left everyone motivated and wanting more. We hope she will come back next year!”
—Tamela J. Fabiano, Vice President, WBOC

“Linda brings an energetic and enthusiastic force to her speaking. She is candid, passionate, and her message reinforces one’s ability to overcome adversity in both personal and professional life.”
—Myles Wittenstein, Managing Director, Wittenstein Adelman Lewis Group

Linda Argila is an entrepreneur who helps people grow their business. She is a speaker, writer, fundraiser, event producer, kiteboarder, and advocate for people faced with life challenges. From prison inmate to raising $100 million for philanthropic causes, Linda is the definition of resilience. As a speaker and storyteller, Linda captivates audiences with her message of hope and building resilience in the face of life’s most difficult challenges. Using her own hardships and successes as an example, Linda encourages others to embrace day-to-day struggles as an opportunity for personal growth.

With a diverse array of life experiences, Linda’s story appeals to audiences young and old, across demographics and circumstances, and addresses a reality that everyone can relate to: Being prepared for life’s challenges allows us to face them with more strength, courage, and tenacity.

Linda has been featured widely in the media including, The Wall Street Journal, FOX, ABC, NBC, CBS, and is currently writing her memoir: A YEAR AND A DAY: One Woman’s Inspiring Journey From Life with a Fugitive, to Life Behind Bars, to Life with a Purpose.

As a formerly incarcerated single mother, Linda Argila is no stranger to challenge and adversity. Linda’s struggles span out over two decades, when she faced serious personal, financial, and legal issues. However, rather than allowing herself to become a victim, Linda created daily routines and practices that helped her to not only overcome unfortunate circumstances, but to start living a life of purpose and passion and pursuing her dreams.

In this eye-opening keynote, Linda reveals a radically different approach to personal and professional development: instead of pretending we live in a world where problems don’t exist, we can prepare ourselves with proven real-life practical solutions and build a foundation of resilience. So, when the waves of life come crashing down, we don’t get swept away.

Let’s face it – starting a business is hard enough on anyone. But when you’re starting with limited capital, or in the face of adversity, getting off the ground is even harder. When Linda Argila was released from Danbury Federal Prison, she had a young daughter to care for, no money, no job, no connections, and a criminal record. Talk about a rough start! Despite these setbacks, Linda launched an award-winning career as a professional fundraiser, growing to raise $50 million for charitable organizations. She established relationships with large corporations, politicians, celebrities, spiritual leaders, renowned visual artists, and some of the biggest philanthropists in the world.

In this heartfelt and very practical presentation, Linda will share skills she developed as she transformed her life from rock bottom to success as an entrepreneur, such as how to build confidence through adversity, grow deeper connections by sharing your personal story, and authentic approaches to cultivating more meaningful personal and professional relationships.

Everyone has struggles (big or small) at some point, and it can feel like we are trapped. Too often our mind becomes prisoner to unpleasant experiences holding us back from our full potential. Linda Argila has had her share of life’s ups and downs, but after a series of devastating events, including incarceration, she discovered ways to use her challenges and setbacks as an opportunity for personal growth.

In this powerful presentation, the former inmate turned award-winning professional fundraiser reveals My Prison Workout™, the highly effective regimen inspired by her prison experience that got her into the best physical, emotional, and spiritual shape of her life while behind bars.

Attendees will discover how they can incorporate these same strategies into their own life to create self-happiness and build greater resiliency. Linda’s story illustrates how even the most unexpected and extreme hardships can reveal life-sustaining lessons and will inspire audiences to see their own struggles in a new and positive light.

“By sharing her captivating story and thought-provoking message with us, Linda opened my eyes to a new way of tackling challenges. Her courageous honesty about past struggles connects with people on a deep level, really tapping into their emotions.  Linda’s dynamic personality is invigorating, her passion is contagious, and she undoubtedly motivates others to take practical steps towards improving their own lives. I look forward to hearing more from her in the future.”
—Harvey Fuchs, Managing Director, Senior Credit Officer, Citicorp

“We were so pleased when Linda agreed to present Growing Connections Through Adversity at our annual kick-off meeting. Linda’s extraordinary story captured everyone’s attention the moment she started speaking. Her passion and unique ability to connect with people, created a unity of togetherness with the entire room. Using her own setbacks as an example, Linda proves how adversity can lead to positive change and more meaningful relationships. She provided realistic tips to overcome obstacles and inspired us to embrace day-to-day challenges as an opportunity for personal and professional growth. Her motto: “If I can do it, so can you” left everyone motivated and wanting more. We hope she will come back next year!”
—Tamela J. Fabiano, Vice President, WBOC

“Linda brings an energetic and enthusiastic force to her speaking. She is candid, passionate, and her message reinforces one’s ability to overcome adversity in both personal and professional life.”
—Myles Wittenstein, Managing Director, Wittenstein Adelman Lewis Group