There is no greater gift that you can give yourself than learning to live from your heart. It is the most accurate compass you have to guide your decisions regardless of the subject or circumstance. When you live from the heart, you create the life you are intended to live and everyone around you benefits. When the heart is neglected or ignored, overall well-being suffers and that often spills over into family, work, and personal lives. But when you feel empowered, real change can happen.Throughout her talks -- “Painting Your Passion” “The Magic of Living in the Gray” “Living an ExtraOrdinary Adventure” -- Anna weaves a message of heart-centered empowerment leaving audiences ready to embrace the lives they were intended to live. Anna Nardone Hayden’s heart-centered teachings have inspired and motivated audiences for over two decades. Anna’s unique ability to connect with diverse groups comes from her own ability to speak from her heart. By sharing personal and deeply relatable stories from her own life, Anna’s willingness to be transparent and vulnerable connects her with others in a meaningful way. With Anna’s wisdom and guidance, people remember their own worth and improve their own well-being. At this time, when so many feel in turmoil – personally, professionally, generally because of the state of the world -- inspiration is the greatest gift you can give your organization. Anna’s spirit, compassion, and positive energy touch the hearts of audiences and leave people transformed.

Poppi Consulting offers a full range of services to include Marketing Strategy, Branding, Event Management, and Business Development to companies of varying sizes. Leveraging over 25 years of experience working with businesses that include Healthcare, Technology, Law, Insurance, Corporate, Non-profit, and Entrepreneurial, Anna offers clients a wealth of knowledge, expertise and a background of working with clients to increase revenues by reaching their desired customers. Driven to succeed and exceed her own expectations, Anna has cultivated a reputation for her tenacity, innovative thinking, strategic implementation, and keen ability to dynamically engage people. A self-starter, born into a family of entrepreneurs, Anna thrives in opportunities to create and innovate. Anna’s analytical and problem-solving skills, strong leadership abilities, logistics management, detail-oriented mindset, effective communications and public speaking skills are the cornerstones of her success. Anna’s vivacious personality and passion for helping others excel can be found in each project she undertakes. She only succeeds if her clients succeed. Establishing Poppi Consulting affords Anna the opportunity to offer her experience, skills and desire to help many more businesses grow and thrive in a competitive, continuously changing marketplace.

Led planning, development and execution of all marketing, advertising, and branding for a nationally recognized ophthalmology practice. Designed and executed a comprehensive content strategy across multiple formats and channels – blogs, ebooks, direct-to-patient communications, in-office videos, major publications features, events, and advertising – that drove significant business growth and established the practice as a leading authority in ophthalmology. Expanded brand from founding surgeon to full service practice with ten doctors and multiple sub-specialties. Unified and led branding efforts across newly acquired companies post-private equity purchase. Created and launched transformative campaigns that highlighted the life-changing impact of our vision care services, using compelling patient stories to inspired and attract new clients. Developed and executed award-winning inbound influencer marketing campaign for the LASIK market, leveraging a local influencer’s personal journey to demystify the surgery and drive significant business growth.Expanded and strengthened the referring optometrist network by creating a Continuing Education Dinner Series, providing education on the latest surgical procedures and treatments. This initiative deepened relationships, expanded business opportunities, and positioned the practice as a trusted partner. Led marketing initiative for Hispanic/Latino community including creation of bilingual materials and Spanish website, identifed key hires for bilingual staff, and worked with Hispanic/Latino community leaders to identify, reach and serve the needs of Spanish speaking patients. Implemented National philanthropic cataract program for patients with financial hardships. Created comprehensive guide for other ophthalmic practices to successfully implement a charitable cataract surgery program. Produced and managed up to 30 events annually, designing turnkey system that consistently generated significant revenue and patients.

Founded and grew a vibrant network of over 5,000 executive and professional women from diverse industries, backgrounds, and professional levels across the United States, fostering a supportive community for career and business development. Facilitated powerful connections that led to business growth, career advancements, and mentorship opportunities, empowering members to realize their potential and open doors to new possibilities. Curated and shared inspiring stories of women overcoming challenges and achieving success, creating a community-driven movement. Developed transformative women's leadership programs, including peer-level and cross-level initiatives, in collaboration with corporate, community, and government organizations, furthering leadership opportunities and personal growth. Launched Distinguished Speaker Series, showcasing accomplished prominent women leaders. Hosted monthly events in multiple cities—drawing up to 200 attendees per event. Founded Little Leading Ladies Future Leaders Initiative, engaging young girls in leadership development through mentorship and exposure to successful women in a nurturing, empowering environment.Delivered keynote speeches for corporations, universities, and organizations: ARINC, BAE Systems, Wellesley College, Georgetown University, Capital Speakers Bureau, and Flex-Time Lawyers.Served as the featured expert for a live online discussion on WashingtonPost.com, addressing strategic networking for businesswomen. Featured in multiple publications, including Wellesley College Magazine, The Hill Rag, and Washington Woman. Honored with a Proclamation from Anne Arundel County Executive Janet S. Owens, declaring May 15, 2001 "Leading Ladies Day," in recognition of the organization’s work in empowering women.Formed strategic partnerships with major brands like Lindt, Williams-Sonoma, Barnes & Noble, and Chico's, creating cross-promotional opportunities that enhanced brand visibility and engagement within the network.

Developed innovative, results-driven strategies that generated significant new business for clients across various industries. Provided access to top-tier resources, industry experts, and premier training programs tailored to client needs.Designed and led exclusive, high-impact business development events featuring sought-after speakers, strategically aligning prospective clients for maximum engagement. Delivered comprehensive event planning and execution services for high-profile clients, including multiple law firms and Irene Pollin’s Heart Health Initiative.Coached senior and associate-level attorneys on business development strategies, empowering them to build strong client relationships and drive growth. Forged strategic alliances that facilitated client growth by providing access to key decision-makers and influencers.Led successful outreach initiatives to promote clients’ programs, products, and services, driving increased engagement and visibility. Crafted dynamic PR and communications campaigns that enhanced brand exposure and elevated client visibility.