A little more about 
my philosophy
Core belief: when you simplify down, you get to the root of every challenge.
Access the Q4 2025 Workforce Pulse ReportMary Baird, international public speaker and workshop facilitator. AI for HR expert.
Mary Baird, international public speaker and workshop facilitator. AI for HR expert.
Mary Baird
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A little more about 
my philosophy
Core belief: when you simplify down, you get to the root of every challenge.
Mary Baird, international public speaker and workshop facilitator. AI for HR expert.
Mary Baird, international public speaker and workshop facilitator. AI for HR expert.
There’s something about Mary

Through my work in the last 20 years, I’ve learned a thing or two about simplifying.

As a keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, I create transformative learning experiences that spark true employee engagement. That’s a fancy way of saying…

I help teams to build work environments that don’t suck.

My passion is to help you and your people unlock the answers from within by learning how to become a Simplifier in the workplace. When this happens, you’ll find that your teams will work better together, cross-functionally and will begin to foster a real sense of belonging in your company’s culture that is undeniable.

I promise to bring laughter and simple, practical “gotta try this” ideas in my talks and interactive workshops that will leave your people buzzing with inspiration.

Based in Frisco, Texas and willing to travel all across the US and the world for your next event, either in-person or virtual.

Versatile style

Keynote
Presentations
Writing Workshops
Q&A Lectures
Fireside Chats
Pecha Kucha
Podcast Interviews
Moderating Panel Discussions
Facilitating Roundtable Discussions

Timeless topics

Time Management & Focus
Goal Setting & Vision Casting
Sustainable Self-Care at Work
Creating a Culture of Belonging

▷ Best for foundational habits and work-life balance
▷ Perfect for small-team training & mid-level managers
▷ Inquire for custom workshops and leadership training

Topics that I love to simplify
Squash the Sunday Scaries:
Reignite Your Workforce with Better Employee Experience
  • Diagnose the real causes of burnout, disengagement, and poor customer experience

  • Rebuild trust using the Employee Experience Flywheel™ and simple 30-day wins

  • Use AI to help you prioritize, personalize, and implement employee experience upgrades

AI 101 at Work: Prompting, Ethics, and Everyday Use of ChatGPT (or MS Copilot)
  • Learn how to use AI strategically and tactically to work smarter, innovate faster, and outpace the competition

  • Discover how to prompt AI the right way—clear inputs that lead to clear, reliable outputs

  • Spot everyday use cases that cut 20% of busywork without risking compliance

Create Workplace Belonging, the Right Way: What NOT to Do From TV & Movies
  • Avoid the classic culture missteps—performative perks, unclear expectations, and terrible bosses

  • Build belonging through listening rituals, inclusive meetings, and real recognition

  • Use AI ethically to support sentiment insights and personalized appreciation

Rebuild Culture After Layoffs: Retain Top Talent & Rebuild Trust
  • Rebuild psychological safety fast with a clear 30-day post-layoff game plan

  • Protect top talent with stay-interviews, smart development offers, and recognition that they desire

  • Ensure leaders and managers communicate in one clear voice—focused on action, accountability, and what’s next

Mary Baird, PHR, CSM — leadership and culture consultant who helps organizations improve employee experience, belonging, and workplace well-being.
Mary Baird, international public speaker and workshop facilitator. AI for HR expert.
Mary Baird, international public speaker and workshop facilitator. AI for HR expert.
Mary Baird, international public speaker and workshop facilitator. AI for HR expert.
Mary Baird, international public speaker and workshop facilitator. AI for HR expert.Mary Baird, international public speaker and workshop facilitator. AI for HR expert.Mary Baird, international public speaker and workshop facilitator. AI for HR expert.Mary Baird, international public speaker and workshop facilitator. AI for HR expert.
Let’s connect!

Book a speaker who delivers. Someone who brings true value to your next training event or conference and someone that your attendees will talk about for years to come.

Intrigued? Let’s have a chat. I’d love to learn more about your event’s goals & objectives to see if I may be of service to you.

Let’s set up a complimentary 25-min video call to learn more and connect.

You might have seen me at

SXSW
IADWP
DallasHR
ILEA Live
Catersource
Ithaca College
IBTM Barcelona
Mom 2.0 Summit
HRSouthwest Conf

ATD Southwest Learning Summit
Austin Woman Magazine Summit
The Special Event Conference
UT Dallas - UTDSHRM
Be Sage Conference
The Knot Workshop
Podcast Movement
Tech Nottingham
Ethical Hour