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Shanna Adamic

Fortune 100 Exec | Former Chiefs Cheerleader | Emmy Winner | Brain Tumor Survivor | Author of Audacious Optimism

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As the Executive Director of the Oracle Health Foundation and Director of Social Impact, Shanna Adamic has led a mission to remove financial barriers to healthcare for children worldwide. With over two decades of experience in advancing corporate philanthropy and social impact, Shanna recently led her team through the largest merger in healthcare/IT history with Oracle. Notably, she achieved a groundbreaking feat by becoming the first 501©(3) organization to be taken on and supported during a merger of this magnitude. 

 

A trailblazing female executive in a Fortune 100 company, Shanna’s leadership extends beyond boardrooms. She is also a healthcare host for OracleTV, where she shares healthcare industry insights through expert interviews. But Shanna’s journey isn’t just about corporate triumphs. She’s a regional Emmy winner and a former tenured NFL cheerleader for the Kansas City Chiefs. On the sidelines of GEHA Arrowhead Stadium, she captained the Chiefs cheerleading team for nearly a decade. Her passion extended even further as she co-led the Chiefs military touring team, taking her from Egypt to Guantanamo Bay. 
 

Yet, Shanna’s most remarkable story lies in her personal health journey. As a hearing-impaired survivor of a rare and life-threatening brain tumor, she defied the odds—facing a mere 4% chance of regaining her right-side facial function. Her life strategy of audacious optimism has been her personal North Star and empowered her to envision beyond the impossible. 

 

Soon, Shanna will share her inspiring journey in her upcoming memoir, Audacious Optimism. Through her experiences, she encourages others to embrace the unknown, ignite their willpower, and defy limits. Shanna Adamic is more than a speaker; she’s a beacon of resilience, hope, and audacity. 

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Embrace The Unknown

Shanna’s journey—from an ambitious youth to NFL sidelines to corporate boardrooms—taught her that the unknown is where opportunity happens. She invites you to step into uncertainty, to dance with curiosity, and to discover the untapped potential that lies beyond your comfort zone. Embrace the challenges as steppingstones toward your boldest self.


Audience takeaways:

  • Accepting and stepping into uncertainty
  • Finding the opportunities in the challenges
  • Understanding the difference between optimism and happiness

Ignite Your “I Will” Power

When faced with life’s toughest battles, Shanna’s unyielding belief became her secret weapon. She draws from her victorious fight against a life-threatening brain tumor—a battle that left her with a mere 4% chance of regaining her facial function. Learn practical tools to practice optimism daily, to replace fear with bold confidence, and to ignite your “I will” power. Let adversity fuel your resilience.


Audience Takeaways:

  • Letting adversity fuel resilience
  • Replacing fear with confidence
  • Learning the power of two simple words “I WILL”

Imagine What Could Be Possible

Shanna’s audacious optimism isn’t just about survival—it’s about thriving. Close your eyes and envision a future beyond limits. Through curiosity and possibility thinking, you’ll rewrite your story. As you leave her keynote, you’ll be confident in your ability to thrive amidst life’s disruptions and courageous enough to believe in yourself and chase dreams that once seemed impossible.


Audience Takeaways:

  • Envisioning beyond limits – seeing yourself and that big dream
  • Celebrating big and celebrating failure
  • Thriving not just surviving – daily practices to shape an optimistic mind
  • Join Shanna Adamic on this transformative journey of audacious optimism!

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“I cannot stop thinking about your talk. When it was over, I did a guttural exhale. I mean, I am usually just looking at the clock to see if we are on time, and not this ‘in it’. You blew me away and our audience is all over LinkedIn today talking about you. Thank you for being so vulnerable and open and giving of your story and your time. I am so grateful you said yes because you helped make the event so powerful. I love that we ended with you!”

“We’ve all heard the quote ‘to know her is to love her’ and this holds true for Shanna, but the better phrase to describe her is ‘to know her is to be inspired by her.’ Shanna was the keynote speaker for LBMC’s women’s retreat this year & her talk on audacious optimism had the audience captivated. She allowed the women to recognize pain and hardship in their lives while reminding us all that optimism is a choice and a daily practice. Having the space to feel these emotions and connecting with our identity and asking ourselves ‘Who are you? Who do you want to be?’ is not something women often get the time to do in our busy lives. Shanna inspired me to ask myself ‘What do I want the world around me to look like?’ and this is something I have taken to work and home with me. Shanna reminded me that my mindset is in my own hands & I am thankful for her giving me that power back.”

“Shanna Adamic delivered a dynamic and impactful presentation at our Secretaries' Conference. Her story was deeply personal and resonated powerfully with the attendees. She brought authenticity, relatability, and inspiration to the stage, creating a connection that left a lasting impression. Shanna’s genuine and heartfelt approach was exactly what the audience needed, and her message was both uplifting and motivating. We truly appreciate her contribution to making the event a memorable success!”

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