Eva DeVirgilis believes in the power of communication and the cultural change that emerges from female leadership, connection & support.
Her shows prove that great things happen when women gather in groups EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. Whether virtual or live, You'll experience a collective effervescence filled with call & response, crowd interaction, hilarious and heartbreaking stories, and pure authentic joy.
You'll be shouting "I'm a Leader!" from the rooftop (or your laptop) as Eva's call for support & connection across racial, political, religious and gender spectrums bringing diverse audiences together. Laugh, cry and feel more connected with women in the room, in the zoom, and around the world... No Apologies!
Eva in action
Watch Eva's one minute speaker reel below
THE POWER OF THE CHAIR
We all have a power, privilege, and opportunity to serve everyone who sits in our chair.
In this signature talk, Eva reframes leadership through a simple but powerful idea: the chair. Walk away with a renewed sense of purpose—and practical tools to connect across racial, political, gender, and religious spectrums.
THE AUTHORITY SHIFT: No Apologies
Stop shrinking. Start leading.
So many high-performing professionals—especially women—undermine their authority with unnecessary apologies, over-explaining, and softening language.
In this bold, energizing keynote, Eva shows how to communicate with clarity, confidence, and presence—without losing warmth or authenticity.
Walk away with simple, powerful shifts that elevate how you speak, lead, and show up.
THE HOOK: The Art + Science of Being Memorable
If they don’t remember it, it doesn’t matter.
This high-energy keynote blends neuroscience, storytelling, and performance to teach you how to capture attention—and keep it.
Learn how to hook your audience, land your message, and be remembered long after you leave the room.
FINDING COMMON GROUND
Connection is still possible—even now.
Through humor, storytelling, and real-world tools, Eva shows audiences how to navigate tough conversations and build bridges across differences.
Leave with practical ways to communicate with clarity, empathy, and impact.
Upcoming
Events
Four Cities Women's Coalition
Keynote speaker, Ending the Apology in 2026
Lakewood Community
International Women's Day, Keynote Speaker
Firehouse Theatre Residency- WitchDuck
I'll be performing my new show, premiering May 7-24, 2026!
Kaufman & Canole Law Firm Women's Forum
Norfolk, VA June 2026
Women Physicians in Melanoma Conference
Keynote speaker, Washington DC, 2026
2026 Home-Based Business Conference
Keynote Speaker, Hampton Convention Center
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The Women and the Law Institute, International Women's Day, Keynote Speaker 2025
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Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Oncology Physicians Speaker Training, Art + Science of Presenting, Chicago 2025
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Wolf & Company, Closing Keynote, I've Got Your Back, 2025
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Business & Industry Conference VSCPA, Closing Keynote Finding Common Ground, 2025
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Emerging Leaders Summit, Foxwoods Casino, I've Got Your Back, CT 2024
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Women in Medicine, Keynote Speaker, THE ASK: Negotiating No into a Yes, 2024
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Jazz Pharmaceutical Doctors Speaker Training, Chicago 2024
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Women's Leadership Forum, Closing Keynote, THE ASK: Negotiating No into a Yes, VSCPA 2024
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Host, National Women's Political Caucus National Convention 2024
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Artist in Residence Harpeth Hall, Nashville TN 2023
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Commonwealth Association of Financial Professionals Summit 2023
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VSCPA's Business and Industry Conference 2023
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Women's Equality Day Speaker CFO speaker series VIRTUAL
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New Community School, In My Chair 2023
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SmileBrands Inc. VIRTUAL Summit - 7k attendees - 2021
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Elephant Insurance R.O.S.I.E. VIRTUAL Symposium 2021
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Autism Society Gala- Host -November 2021
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Vifor Pharmaceutical National Conference VIRTUAL February 2021
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Orchard House Speaker Series - VIRTUAL February 2021
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VSCPA Women's Leadership Forum- VIRTUAL Keynote Speaker- December 2020
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Grace Harris Institute for Women’s Leadership Conference VIRTUAL - November 2020
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Encorepreneur Keynote VIRTUAL November 2020
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UMFS, VIRTUAL Keynote for Executive Retreat - October 2020
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Global Aquaculture Conference (RAS-N), VIRTUAL Emcee, October 7, 2020
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The Martin Agency, Keynote Speaker for International Women's Day. March 2020
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Beauty Has No Limits Conference, Keynote, February 2020
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St. Catherine's 'In My Chair' Performance, February 2020
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ACLU's 50th Anniversary Celebration with Shaun King, Contributing performer 2019
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REBELLECON, Featured Speaker on Creativity 2019
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Young Living Cosmetics- Salt Lake City, Utah 2019
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Encorepreneur! WCVE, PBS, NPR (Richmond VA) 2019
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Younique Cosmetics, Global Conference - Gaylord Convention Center - (Dallas)
Past Events
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W.I.N., Women’s Entrepreneurial Association (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)
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Muir United, Celebrating Inclusivity with actor Jim Parson - (Los Angeles, California)
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Look Good Feel Better Organization (Dublin, Ireland)
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American Cancer Society - Patient Navigator Network
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TEDxRVAwomen, (Richmond Virginia)
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Nevis Cultural & Tourism Celebrating Women Empowerment (Nevis, St. Kitts)
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Face & Body Expo- McEnery Convention Center (San Jose, California)
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Mary Washington Hospital Healthcare - Girl's Night Out (Fredericksburg, Virginia)
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HIGHER Ground Women’s Leadership Conference (Richmond Convention Center)
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Staff Senate- Discover The Greatness Within- (Richmond, Virginia)
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The Honors College, Virginia Commonwealth University, (Richmond, Virginia)
Eva is amazing! Her presentation couldn't have been more perfect in both form and content! We've had 65 speakers and Eva is only the second to get a standing ovation!
-Stan Maupin,
Founder, Encorepreneur!
I'm still a bit teary! Our teams gained so much as both dental professionals and humans from hearing your message. Thank you Eva!"
- Jody Martin,
Chief Marketing Officer
SmileBrands Inc.
“Eva emceed a virtual social hour for one of our major clients
Global Scientific Conference. As always, Eva's warmth, wit, and joy lit up the (zoom) room. Her fun and interactive icebreakers set the tone for a lively and productive conference."
—Paula Jasinski,
Green Fin Studio- Environmental Marketing President
Eva was the most entertaining speaker I've ever had the pleasure of hearing in person! She was connected, and impacted everyone in the room with her stories...What a treat to meet her and hear her!
- Sasha Gray, FABWOMEN Conference
Author, Speaker
Eva opened attendees up to the human side of the industry. She made us more aware that we can truly make a difference”
— Katie Anderson, SKIN INC. Managing Editor and Conference coordinator FACE & BODY EXPO California
W.I.N., Women Entrepreneurs: Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
DeVirgilis is a master of presenting... Even more impressive was DeVirgilis’ ease in working the audience, responding to comments, and interacting with people from the front row to the last row. "
— Julinda Lewis, Richmond Times Dispatch, Reviewer
"It was the most enlightening, positive, informative and fun presentation that we've ever had the privilege to attend!"
-Emily Dunne, Director, Look Good Feel Better, Ireland
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