Ignite Your Knowledge: Who Are the Amplify 2023 Keynote Speakers?

Join us September 19–21 in Nashville, TN, for the Workiva Amplify conference! Meet up with hundreds of passionate accounting, finance, ESG, audit, and risk individuals and teams to share knowledge, inspire each other, and find new and better ways to tackle the challenges you’re facing—that’s why this year’s Amplify theme is Unite to Ignite.
But Amplify is so much more than insightful sessions (and getting those sweet CPE credits). In addition to actionable breakouts and interactive workshops, we're excited to unveil this year's speakers and entertainment! Drumroll please...
Performance with Purpose: Lessons from Indra Nooyi
Indra Nooyi is no stranger to juggling priorities—and creating success along the way. As the former CEO and chairman of PepsiCo, she led the global powerhouse on a mission to do what’s right for the business by being responsive to the needs of the world around it.
Draw from her relentless spirit as she shares her journey as an immigrant, mother, and head of a Fortune 50 corporation. We know you’ll love this special session where Indra will share lessons for business, career, and life in general.
Positively Impactful: A Conversation with Reese Witherspoon
Join Nashville’s brightest star as she offers insight into how her homegrown ability to connect with others has led to success both on and off-screen!
Reese Witherspoon is an award-winning actress, entrepreneur, producer, and New York Times bestselling author. She won an Academy Award® for her portrayal of June Carter Cash in Walk the Line and was later nominated in that same category for Wild in 2014, which she also produced. Witherspoon also starred in beloved films Sweet Home Alabama, Legally Blonde, and Election, as well as award-winning television series’ “Big Little Lies,” “Little Fires Everywhere,” and “The Morning Show.” In addition to her acting and producer roles, Witherspoon is an author and entrepreneur. In 2016, she established Hello Sunshine, a media brand and content company dedicated to female authorship and storytelling across all platforms. Hello Sunshine is also home to Reese’s Book Club and Reese’s YA Book Club, which focuses on storytelling with women at the center. Witherspoon recently sold Hello Sunshine to Blackstone in September 2021. Now Hello Sunshine is the cornerstone of a larger media company called Candle Media. Witherspoon is an advocate and activist for women’s issues across the globe.
Rockin’ Like a Wagon Wheel
It’s not a trip to Music City without visiting the world-famous Grand Ole Opry! For the closing night event, you’ll be kickin’ up your boots to the country crooning of multi-platinum music legend Darius Rucker and some very special opening acts. You won’t want to miss it.
Save big with early bird pricing! Register by July 14 for only $1,295 for:
- 60+ sessions featuring thought leaders and industry experts
- Interactive workshops
- Up to 13 CPE credits
- In-person networking in the Amplify Hub
- Exclusive entertainment
Can’t attend join us in Nashville? Attend virtually on Thursday, September 21 for FREE with select sessions and earn up to 5 CPE credits. Learn more about virtual Amplify here.