When Simone Knego left her sea-level home in Florida to climb Africa’s Mount Kilimanjaro, she had an epiphany: Only when we stop living for who we think we should be can we become free to reach our own personal summits.
As a mom of six children, she climbed up Mount Kilimanjaro full of self-doubt and came down as a confident woman.
From the great heights of Africa to deep in our hearts, she addresses the pressures of social conformity, fear of failure, and imposter syndrome.
Having addressed numerous audiences of all sizes for both companies and nonprofits — including serving as keynote — get in touch to arrange for Simone Knego to bring her uplifting insights and message to your next gathering

We All Have a Story



Simone’s story is compellingly inspirational and deeply moving.
Eric Fingerhut, President & CEO The Jewish Federations of North America
Simone’s ability to connect - really connect - whether you are an audience of one or thousands - is unparalleled. She is not merely willing to share her journey, but thrilled to. Simone’s passion is contagious - how often do you meet someone who inspires you, energizes you, reassures you, teaches you and challenges you.
Jenna Corman Mandel, Associate Vice President, National Women’s Philanthropy Jewish Federations of North America