Shaping the Future
As a speaker on confidence & leadership, mindset coach, and mentor, I am dedicated to shaping the next generation by empowering them to excel in every aspect of their lives and reach their peak performance. I help students, coaches, and parents understand how to build confidence, mental resilience, and the mindset needed for students to succeed in and out of the classroom.
With a focus on physical and mental preparation, students realize their potential and open their minds to believe in their ability to achieve anything. Through mental preparation I reveal how simple, yet powerful mental skills can boost academic performance, resilience, and self-esteem.
Confidence begins in the mind. Students become equipped to make mindset their greatest advantage and overcome the mental barriers that limit potential.
Meet Kari
Hi! I’m Kari Ehmer, a speaker on confidence and leadership, mindset coach, and mentor dedicated to helping students build confidence, mental resilience, and the mindset needed to succeed in life. I graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point with a degree in Environmental Engineering and served in the U.S. Army, where I learned firsthand the importance of leadership, discipline, and performing under pressure.
Sports have always been a huge part of my life. I competed as a Division I athlete in both basketball and softball and later had the honor of captaining a National Championship Team Handball team. In October 2024, I was inducted into the South Saint Paul High School Hall of Fame for excellence in sports, recognizing my achievements in basketball, softball, and volleyball. My passion for performance and mental toughness led me to become a Sports Performance Coach and Certified Personal Trainer, a career I’ve thrived in and loved for over 20 years. I’ve also gained valuable experience in business through everything from high pressure sales and consulting roles to running a successful sustainability business with my mom.
Now, as a mindset coach, professional speaker, and mentor, I specialize in helping students, athletes, coaches, and parents develop the confidence and mental edge students need to thrive under pressure. Drawing from my experiences in athletics, the military, business, and coaching, I share powerful and relatable lessons that inspire and equip young competitors to reach their full potential.
Outside of my work, I’m a proud mom of three amazing kids and married to a strong, supportive husband. I love working with kids, practicing yoga, hiking with my dog, traveling, and giving back through volunteering in the community.
Whether on the court, in the gym, or on stage, my mission is clear: to empower the next generation with the mindset and confidence to succeed—on and off the field.
