

Sommer Caldwell-Carruthers is an author, educator, and strategist who blends personal truth with professional insight. Her message is rooted in one belief:
When mindset and purpose align, everything flows!
Sommer brings a dynamic and grounded presence to empowerment events, leadership, entrepreneurship, technology and k-12 educational leadership spaces. She’s known for her ability to hold real conversations that guide audiences from reflection to action. Whether delivering a keynote at a women’s conference, tech workshop, facilitating a DISC/Take Flight® workshop, or leading strategic professional development for school districts, Sommer helps people shift how they think, lead, and live.
Over 20 years in professional experience
Speaker, facilitator, and consultant with real-world experience
Leads with both strategy and soul offering substance, not surface
Known for clarity, connection, and actionable takeaways
Past Audiences Include
Entrepreneurs, nonprofit professionals, educators, school leaders, students, and community-based organizations seeking transformational growth in technology, empowerment and system transformation.
Book Sommer to Speak
Ready to bring an unforgettable voice to your next event? Sommer delivers customized experiences tailored to the heart of your audience and the goals of your gathering.
Track 1: Empowerment & Purpose-Driven Living
Perfect for: Women's events, retreats, university and colleges, church groups, entrepreneurial spaces.
When Mindset and Purpose Align: The Power of Owning Your Voice
You’re Not Lost, You’re Just Layered
Leadership Bootcamp
From Purpose to Profit: How to Monetize your Expertise
Balancing Motherhood, Mindset, and leadership Without Burning Out
Leading without Losing Yourself
Decode the Data: Lead Smarter Not Harder
Track 2: Educational Leadership & Strategy
Perfect for: K-12 conferences, school districts, leadership teams, PD days
Leading with Clarity in the Chaos
Data Analysis
Leadership Bootcamp
Using MTSS to Transform your School/District
Simplifying Systems: Instructional Leadership Without Overwhelm
Effective Program Planning
Practical AI for Educators: Saving Time Without Losing the Human Touch
From Insight to Action: Making Data Work For You.