Barb Allen

Barb Allen

Keynote Speaker: Construction Industry Thought Leader & Keynote Speaker; Workforce Development & Safety Culture Expert; Executive Leadership Educator

Barb Allen Biography

Barb Allen is a keynote speaker and thought leader in the construction industry, known for presentations that combine industry expertise with actionable insights. With experience ranging from project management to executive leadership, Allen is a frequent speaker at construction conferences and industry events, addressing topics such as workforce development, safety culture, and innovation in construction practices. Allen translates complex operational challenges into accessible narratives, serving as an educator for professionals across the sector.

Allen’s public appearances include keynote addresses at national construction summits and leadership workshops, where she shares strategies for navigating industry disruptions and building resilient teams. She is regularly invited to participate in panels and podcasts, offering perspectives on the evolving construction landscape, technology integration, and the importance of adaptability in a changing environment. Her presentations emphasize clarity and practical relevance for construction professionals and industry stakeholders.

Throughout her career, Allen has been recognized for contributions to advancing safety standards and promoting diversity within the construction workforce. She addresses challenges such as breaking barriers in a male-dominated field and advocating for mental health awareness on job sites. Allen’s commitment to workforce development and her expertise in construction management position her as a speaker who encourages professionals to embrace change and pursue positive outcomes in their organizations.

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Barb Allen Speaking Topics

OneLadder™

Identifying, overcoming & eliminating the challenges women face as they climb the ladder to leadership

OneLadder Keynotes focus on the 4 gender specific challenges that women face in industries that are predominately male. These challenges can be related to ladder rungs that are MISSING, BROKEN, STICKY, & SLIPPERY. The simple, visual, relatable examples, and actionable solutions EDUCATE and MOTIVATE audience members to better recognize, understand, overcome, and eliminate these challenges in order to build OneLadder that will provide a safe and equitable climb for ALL in these industries.

OneLadder to Leadership

Building OneLadder that provides a safe and equitable climb TO LEADERSHIP for all in predominately male industries. (All Gender Audiences)

OneLadder to Entry

Building OneLadder that provides a safe and equitable climb for all TO ENTER predominately male industries. (All Gender Audiences)

Crowd the Rungs

Focusing on how women can help each other overcome these challenges through MENTORSHIP, SPONSORSHIP, & ADVOCACY in order to crowd the rungs. (Female Audiences)

Awakening Unconscious Bias

This is NOT your typical check the box unconscious biases delivery. Barb reminds audience members that Unconscious Biases are UNCONSCIOUS. Her approach of grace and growth on this topic steers away from blame and directly toward education, understanding, and an AWAKENING of these biases. This keynote will awaken unconscious biases in your audience members and provide them with the tools to EFFECTIVELY awaken them in others.

Keynote Target Audience: Male, Female, and Mixed Gender

Who Am I Now?

A Journey to Authenticity

Authenticity for women in male dominated industries can be a double edged sword. Through the years we lose bits of ourselves becoming who we feel we need to become in order to succeed. Barb Allen will take your audience for an ENTERTAINING ride throughout her own personal journey toward authenticity … while simultaneously MOTIVATING participants to begin their own journey,

Keynote Target Audience: Female

Barb Allen Videos

Panel on Women in Construction Trades | Barb Allen
How To Prepare Your Team For Change in Construction with Barb ...

How do I book Barb Allen to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Barb Allen for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Barb Allen, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Barb Allen or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Barb Allen for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Barb Allen, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Barb Allen, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Barb Allen speak about?

Barb Allen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Gender Equality, DEI, Diversity & Inclusion, Real Estate, Female Leadership, Leadership, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Executive Leadership, Influential Women, Human Resources and Women.

Where does Barb Allen travel from?

Barb Allen generally travels from Kansas City, MO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Barb Allen?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Barb Allen for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Barb Allen for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Barb Allen or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Barb Allen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth and Empowerment. The estimated speaking fee range to book Barb Allen for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Barb Allen generally travels from Kansas City, MO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Amy Druhot, Tracy Chou and Kristie Kennedy. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Barb Allen for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 01/12/2025.

Barb Allen Speaking Topics

  • OneLadder™

    Identifying, overcoming & eliminating the challenges women face as they climb the ladder to leadership

    OneLadder Keynotes focus on the 4 gender specific challenges that women face in industries that are predominately male. These challenges can be related to ladder rungs that are MISSING, BROKEN, STICKY, & SLIPPERY. The simple, visual, relatable examples, and actionable solutions EDUCATE and MOTIVATE audience members to better recognize, understand, overcome, and eliminate these challenges in order to build OneLadder that will provide a safe and equitable climb for ALL in these industries.

    OneLadder to Leadership

    Building OneLadder that provides a safe and equitable climb TO LEADERSHIP for all in predominately male industries. (All Gender Audiences)

    OneLadder to Entry

    Building OneLadder that provides a safe and equitable climb for all TO ENTER predominately male industries. (All Gender Audiences)

    Crowd the Rungs

    Focusing on how women can help each other overcome these challenges through MENTORSHIP, SPONSORSHIP, & ADVOCACY in order to crowd the rungs. (Female Audiences)

  • Awakening Unconscious Bias

    This is NOT your typical check the box unconscious biases delivery. Barb reminds audience members that Unconscious Biases are UNCONSCIOUS. Her approach of grace and growth on this topic steers away from blame and directly toward education, understanding, and an AWAKENING of these biases. This keynote will awaken unconscious biases in your audience members and provide them with the tools to EFFECTIVELY awaken them in others.

    Keynote Target Audience: Male, Female, and Mixed Gender

  • Who Am I Now?

    A Journey to Authenticity

    Authenticity for women in male dominated industries can be a double edged sword. Through the years we lose bits of ourselves becoming who we feel we need to become in order to succeed. Barb Allen will take your audience for an ENTERTAINING ride throughout her own personal journey toward authenticity … while simultaneously MOTIVATING participants to begin their own journey,

    Keynote Target Audience: Female

Barb Allen Videos

Panel on Women in Construction Trades | Barb Allen
How To Prepare Your Team For Change in Construction with Barb ...
  • How do I book Barb Allen to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Barb Allen for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Barb Allen, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Barb Allen or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Barb Allen for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Barb Allen, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Barb Allen, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Barb Allen speak about?

  • Where does Barb Allen travel from?

    Barb Allen generally travels from Kansas City, MO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Barb Allen?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Barb Allen for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Barb Allen for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Barb Allen or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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