Inspiring People Around the World to Live a "Take Charge" Life
Although I've repelled out of a helicopter, been handcuffed to a barstool by the secret service, and conducted international military protocol missions in almost every country in the pacific rim, my true passion is helping you fulfill your highest potential.
As a 20-year naval officer, keynote speaker, and founder of Take Charge Life,™ I'm on a mission to inspire, encourage, and connect those with a burning desire to have the life they’ve always wanted.
"Ann has a tremendous ability to capture her audience using real-life examples that relate to leadership situations. She is a high-energy professional, and thought-provoking motivational speaker. I wouldn’t hesitate to have her talk to a group of my leaders again."
Jim Whalen
CEO, Hartzel Industries
"Ann has this gift of tapping into people and helping them be more than they thought they could be."
Edi Sowers
Executive Coach
"I highly recommend her. Her talk changed the way I work in my company!"
Tim McCain
CEO, Photolynx Software
"There are few people I've known in my life who show up as authentically as Dr. Ann Vertel. She has the power of true motivation, which only comes from someone who is willing to fully walk her talk, as she does. These traits, coupled with her humor, empathy, and spirit make her the one to watch if you want a straight up dose of wisdom and inspiration. "
Jenifer Madson
Executive Coach, Price Waterhouse Coopers (PwC)
"Ann’s talk about establishing a personal and professional vision for our business was spot on for filtering our many talents into a potent and effective mission statement."
