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Destanie O.

Speaker | Entrepreneur | Real Estate Leader | Community Builder

Destanie Okwumabua is a dynamic speaker and powerhouse entrepreneur known for her unshakable presence, authentic voice, and ability to move rooms—from boardrooms to church basements to conference stages. With a story rooted in resilience, Destanie has made a career out of consistently showing up, pushing through, and proving that purpose and persistence always win.

A former Division 1 athlete and NYC model, Destanie’s journey has never followed the script—and that’s exactly what makes her message so magnetic. She’s walked through transition, battled through doubt, rebuilt after burnout, and turned closed doors into stages. Whether she's leading a real estate empire, coaching entrepreneurs through The Ultimate Referral Blueprint, or pioneering progress as the leader of a Black, women-led Keller Williams office in DeSoto, TX—Destanie speaks from experience, not theory.

As a keynote speaker and panelist, Destanie is known for her blend of real talk, strategy, and soul. She’s been invited to speak to entrepreneurs, women leaders, minority business owners, and faith-based audiences who are ready to take action and stop playing small. Her message is clear: you are more than qualified. You just have to show up for your own story.

From South Dallas to stages across the country, Destanie’s voice is a rising force—bold, grounded, and full of power. If you're looking for a speaker who inspires action, ignites change, and brings the whole truth with a touch of humor, she’s your girl.