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make your event a launchpad for profitable business growth
Rachel Steininger helps professional service firm leaders scale with less chaos and more control by strengthening how they operate.
As the founder of Upward Acceleration and creator of the Acceleration Engine™, Rachel brings a rare combination of strategic thinking, behavioral insight, and operational expertise to every stage and session. She’s known for making complex ideas simple, asking sharp questions, and delivering practical tools that drive business performance.
Whether leading a leadership retreat, energizing a panel, or delivering a keynote, Rachel helps audiences see what’s holding them back and what to fix next — so they can build smarter systems, make better decisions, and create profitable, growth-ready firms.
Event hosts choose Rachel when they want sessions that are actionable, energizing, and easy to promote — with content that sparks conversation long after the event ends.
why event & Community hosts work with rachel
Rachel brings the how — not just the hype — to the stage.
Whether facilitating a high-stakes leadership meeting or energizing an audience of growth-focused business owners, she delivers operational expertise with personality — helping your event stand out, your audience get results, and your brand get remembered.
From breakout sessions to keynote presentations, Rachel makes it easy for hosts and producers to promote the event, fill the seats, and spark post-event buzz that lasts.
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Session Formats & Focus Areas
Here are some ideas for the way Rachel can work with you to help your community or upcoming events.
These session formats are just a starting point — each one can be tailored to fit your audience, goals, and event style. Whether you’re looking for a keynote, workshop, or facilitated discussion, Rachel will collaborate with you to design a session that delivers value and makes your event unforgettable.
Workshops & Retreats
Hands-on strategy sessions that help leadership teams define systems, solve growth challenges, and strengthen how they operate.
Podcasts & Private Groups
Collaborative, insight-driven conversations that help growth-minded professionals rethink how they lead, scale, and succeed.
Panels & Roundtables
Available as a skilled facilitator or panelist, Rachel helps groups surface challenges, spark meaningful conversation, and share actionable strategies that move businesses towards their goals.
Keynotes & Conferences
Engaging talks that deliver actionable insights on scaling profitably — through streamlined operations, smarter decisions, and better use of your time, team and tools.
It's hard to stay engaged for two hours on Zoom, especially on a Friday, but I felt energized the whole time. Rachel runs a good meeting!
david telisman, provisors attendee
Resources
Whether you’re planning a firm retreat, building a leadership series, or looking for a guest who gets real results — Rachel is the partner who makes it easy to deliver a session your audience will thank you for.
Media Kit
Download Rachel's event-ready media kit with session topics, bio, and introduction.
Full Bio
Extended background and credentials for program descriptions or promotion.
Connect with Rachel
Want to discuss a specific opportunity or explore a fit for your community or event? Use my dedicated speaker coordination calendar or send a note below.