The heart of Rebecca Francis' work addresses the ability to produce transformative environments with efforts centered around inclusion.
She strives to help create professional spaces where people can collaborate through a lens of compassion, empathy, and understanding. Colleagues and clients often refer to Rebecca as a knowledgeable force that possesses passion behind her responsibility to not just "check the box" but move the needle.
WHAT ARE CLIENTS ARE SAYING
The flamework is spot on for the work
I am doing in my district.
The resource itself is invaluable and the sheer collaboration with colleagues has fueled me to eagerly continue along the journey with fresh eyes."
– Valerie McCall,ED.D
Book Me For Your NEXT Speaking Engagement.
Rebecca Francis has provided featured keynote addresses, panel commentary, and training sessions for various institutions. Rebecca's expertise positions her to cover multiple topics, including diversity and inclusion, leadership, business development, branding, and more. Rebecca addresses each event individually, and her speaking style is driven by her creativity and goals to create an experience that her audience will never forget.
Rebecca commits every obligation to teach her audience new methods that will foster change through engagement. She delivers keynotes that stimulate, provoke, and inspire the audience to grow. Rebecca has been educating professionals in various industries about leadership, operations, and strategic diversity for years. The overarching goal is simple for people and organizations to identify growth areas, teach them game-changing practices, and challenge them to implement their methods to "Ignite Change."
WHAT ARE CLIENTS ARE SAYING
This work can be difficult and draining, but Ignite Change Solutions reminds us to celebrate our wins and challenges us to lean on our community of allies".
– Jason Blume- Assistant Superintendent
of Communications and Community Relations
Our Capabilities at Ignite
At Ignite, we offer a diverse range of capabilities designed to meet your organization's unique needs. Our services can be customized to fit your specific requirements, ensuring optimal impact and effectiveness. While the following capabilities showcase our core offerings, they are not limited to what is listed. We are committed to providing tailored solutions that drive meaningful change and foster an inclusive environment.
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Organization Measurement And Data Tracking
Sample Experiences Include:
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Benchmarking DEI Audits and Assessments
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Conducting Ignite 360 Assessments
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Designing CustomEmployee/Customer Surveys
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Developing Organizational Metrics & Tracking
Events
And Initiatives
Sample Experiences Include:
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Implementing Gun Violence Prevention Programs
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Delivering Keynote Engagements
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Organizing Women’s Leadership Conferences & Events
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Coordinating Cultural Celebrations & Observances
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Providing Event Operational Support
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Facilitating Team Operational Development
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Establishing Functional Org Committees
Coaching And Consultative Support
Sample Experiences Include:
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Providing Executive Leadership Coaching
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Developing Organizational Communications Plans
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Managing Organizational Change
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Supporting Organizational Development
Policies, Procedures And Structures
Sample Experiences Include:
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Strategic Planning through the lens of Equity.
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Igniting Organizational Structures and Processes
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Establishing High-Performing Equity
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Recruiting and Retaining Diverse Talent
Training And Development / HR Recertification Training
Sample Experiences Include:
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Delivering Why DEIB: The Starter Kit
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Facilitating "Ignite Accountability: Transforming Your Mind with the Power of Words and Emotional Intelligence"
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Conducting "7 Stages to Igniting Change" (7-part series)
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Providing "Equity Empowerment: Tools for Transformative HR"
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Leading "Equity Elevate: Raising Standards for Inclusivity"
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Training on Bias/Microaggression
Promoting Allyship
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Bring Rebecca's Acclaimed Expertise
to Your Next Event
Contact her for speaking inquiries, to check her availability, and
to request a media interview:
Rebecca Francis is a visionary leader, speaker, and strategist known for helping organizations—and the people who power them—push beyond barriers to ignite lasting, equity-centered transformation.
With over a decade of experience in operations, strategic planning, and organizational development, she brings bold clarity to complex challenges across industries.
Throughout her career, Rebecca has immersed herself in observing and researching how organizations navigate change. From boardrooms to community coalitions, she’s studied what works, what doesn’t, and—most importantly—why.
This perspective fuels her ability to design practical, people-first strategies that move beyond buzzwords and lead to real impact.
As the CEO and Lead Consultant of Ignite Change Solutions, Rebecca equips businesses, educational institutions, and community leaders with actionable frameworks and immersive learning experiences to drive real progress—not just performative change.
Whether facilitating leadership assimilation for executives, designing AI-powered training platforms, or leading multi-sector coalitions to prevent youth violence, Rebecca merges heart, strategy, and structure. Her work is rooted in the belief that sustainable change happens when we invest in people, protect purpose, and lead with integrity.
From national stages to neighborhood roundtables, Rebecca is known for her honest, engaging presence and her ability to help others move from awareness to action.
Rebecca Francis MPA is a community support and bold advocate for change!
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