Oregon Keynote Speaker, Leadership Coach & Workplace Culture Expert

Oregon Keynote Speaker: Transforms team disconnection into engagement, resilience, and joy.

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The Portland Expert with International Authority

Helping Portland Leaders Turn Stress Into Strength

If you’re looking to book a Resilience Keynote Speaker in Portland, Oregon, who delivers tangible, lasting results, look no further. Dorice Horenstein, the “Oy to Joy Champion Catalyst,” is a Positive Intelligence expert who equips leaders and teams across the Pacific Northwest with the mental tools to turn stress into strength, and challenges into growth. Book the local expert to champion your next corporate event in Portland.

World-Class Insight, Right Here in Oregon

Bring the power of international expertise home to your Portland corporate event. Dorice Horenstein, the renowned “Oy to Joy Champion Catalyst”, is the Resilience Keynote Speaker trusted by organizations worldwide, and proudly based right here in Oregon. She specializes in empowering leaders and teams to transform disconnection, burnout, and stress into clarity, engagement, and lasting joy.

As a certified Positive Intelligence® (PQ) Expert and best-selling author, Dorice doesn’t just motivate; she delivers science-backed mental fitness strategies that are immediately actionable. If your team is ready to stop surviving challenges and start thriving through them, book the speaker who provides world-class insight with an authentic, accessible Northwest spirit.

Dorice Horenstein delivered an inspiring and impactful presentation at our recent Women in Oregon Banking Luncheon. Her energy, authenticity, and ability to connect created a truly meaningful experience. Attendees left with practical insights and a renewed sense of purpose. She was also a delight to work with. I would recommend her as a speaker for organizations looking to inspire and engage their audiences.

Lori Kaliher Oregon Bankers Association

Dorice is a dynamic speaker who brings energy, authenticity, and expertise to her presentations. She is engaging, relatable, and has a unique ability to connect with audiences while delivering practical strategies they can immediately apply in both their professional and personal lives. Dorice is also incredibly easy to work with. She is responsive, professional, and committed to creating a meaningful experience tailored to her audience. She offers a wide range of topics and deep knowledge in her field. What sets Dorice apart is her genuine passion for helping people navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and purpose.

Kim Odonell Schawbe Law

As incoming president of CREW Portland, I invited Dorice Horenstein to inspire our 2025 board and co-chairs, strengthen connections, and align our vision. In an engaging three-hour session with 32 attendees, Dorice helped us explore our strengths, recognize challenges, and develop strategies for collective success. Her interactive exercises fostered trust, meaningful connections, and a safe space for open discussion. Her contagious joy and energizing presence left a lasting impact. I highly recommend Dorice for leadership training and retreats. Her practical tools and wisdom inspire growth both professionally and personally.

Samantha Jordan CREW Portland President 2025

I recommend Dorice Horenstein without reservation. As keynote speaker for our annual Youth Foundation Gala, she exceeded every expectation with her professionalism, warmth, and commitment. Dorice personally connected with student participants, created a custom welcome video, and helped promote the event. Her inspiring keynote moved our audience to give generously to the Foundation’s mission. She went above and beyond, connecting with attendees even after the program ended. Dorice’s dedication and exceptional contributions helped make our event a resounding success. I recommend her with the highest confidence.

Arlene Cogen Board Member of the Oregon Jewish Community Foundation

Dorice is a joy to work with. She is highly professional and exudes creativity and enthusiasm. She clearly thrives on creating unique and memorable experiences that deliver a lasting impact.

Liz Hatcher Women To Women

Dorice, you always bring vibrant energy, professionalism, and engagement to your teaching! Thank you for sharing your wisdom and creativity.

Mel Berwin Education Director, Neveh Shalom

Dorice was excellent at engaging a group of people that did not know each other well.

Crew Oregon President 2022

Notable Speaking Engagements
in Oregon & the Pacific Northwest

Dorice Horenstein’s expertise is trusted by local, regional, and national organizations with a strong presence in Oregon.

Why Choose an
Oregon-Rooted, Global Expert?

Your local team deserves a speaker who is easy to work with, readily accessible, and understands the regional culture, but whose experience rivals the best in the world.

Local Connection
A Proud Portland Resident: Dorice is based in the Portland metro area, making in-person keynotes and workshops seamless, cost-effective, and authentically connected to your community.
Understands Northwest Culture: Dorice brings genuine empathy and practical strategies tailored to the unique work-life balance and high-performance culture of Oregon and Washington companies.
Committed to Local Growth: She believes in uplifting the Pacific Northwest business community, fostering resilience, and turning local challenges into joyful opportunities.

Global Authority
International Speaker: Delivered keynotes for organizations like Netflix, Standard Insurance, CREW, and MDRT Global, transforming teams worldwide.
Positive Intelligence® Expert: Certified among the top Positive Intelligence experts globally, providing cutting-edge mental fitness strategies rooted in neuroscience.
Proven Background: Her leadership principles were forged as an officer in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and honed during 16 years in educational leadership.

Keynote Topics for Oregon Leaders & Teams

Dorice specializes in transforming disconnection, burnout, and stress into clarity, resilience, and actionable joy. Every session is high-energy, interactive, and built on practical, science-backed frameworks.

Signature Keynote Programs Include:

From Stress to Strength

Train Your Brain, Master Your Mind (Focus: Mental Fitness & Performance)

The Strategy: Harness the power of Positive Intelligence® to intercept self-sabotaging thoughts and rewire the brain for success.

Champion Your Joy: The Leadership Multiplier

Champion Your Joy (Focus: Resilience & Culture)

The Strategy: Discover how joy is not the opposite of work – it’s the fuel that powers champion-level performance, team connection, and lasting retention.

Choose to Be Your Own Champion

(Focus: Leadership & Personal Growth)

The Strategy: Introducing the C.H.O.O.S.E. Framework (Clarity, Honor, Openness, Oneness, Strategy, Enactment) to navigate uncertainty and lead with purpose.

Ready to Elevate Your Next Oregon Event?

Whether you are planning a local association meeting in Salem, a corporate retreat in Bend, or a major conference in Portland, secure the speaker who delivers international impact with a local heart.

→ Connect with Dorice today to discuss your event goals and bring the 'Oy to Joy' transformation to your organization.

Frequently Asked Questions About Booking Dorice

What challenges does Dorice address in her keynotes and workshops?

Dorice helps organizations and leaders address challenges such as workplace disconnection, stress, burnout, communication barriers, and declining engagement. Through mental fitness, leadership principles, and the Champion Mindset, she helps people move from stress and disconnection toward clarity, resilience, meaningful connection, and growth.

Does Dorice customize her presentations for specific industries and audiences?

Yes. Dorice partners with organizations to understand their people, goals, challenges, and event objectives. She can tailor her messaging, examples, and practical exercises to make the experience relevant to the audience, whether she is speaking to corporate leaders, teams, associations, or other professional groups.

What presentation formats does Dorice offer?

Dorice offers keynote presentations, interactive workshops, breakout sessions, leadership training, and sessions for retreats and organizational events. The format can be shaped around the organization's goals, audience, and available time.

How does Dorice's Champion Catalyst approach help organizations?

As a Champion Catalyst, Dorice works with organizations and leaders to bring out the best in their people. Her approach helps people recognize what may be getting in the way of connection and performance, develop a Champion Mindset, and use practical tools to think clearly, choose intentionally, and act confidently when it matters most.

What is Positive Intelligence® and how does it apply to workplace leadership?

Positive Intelligence® is a science-backed mental fitness framework that helps people recognize mental patterns that can interfere with effective thinking and behavior. Dorice uses Positive Intelligence® tools to help leaders and teams respond to stress more constructively, strengthen resilience, and create greater clarity and connection.

What are Dorice's AV and stage requirements?

Dorice works with event organizers to determine the appropriate technical setup for each presentation. AV requirements can vary depending on the event format, venue, audience size, and use of presentation or video materials. Specific requirements can be discussed during the event planning process.

How far in advance should we book Dorice for an event?

Event planners are encouraged to reach out as early as possible to secure their preferred date, particularly for conferences, corporate events, and retreats during busy seasons. If you have an upcoming event or a last-minute speaking opportunity, contact Dorice to discuss her availability.

Does Dorice speak at events outside Oregon and the Pacific Northwest?

Yes. Although Dorice is based in Oregon and brings a strong Pacific Northwest connection to her work, she is an international keynote speaker who works with organizations and leaders beyond the region. Her experience includes speaking for organizations with national and global audiences.