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10 solo talks. 22 panels.
Gabby Beckford has spent more than 9 years educating audiences around the world—from TEDx to Meta HQ— shifting perspectives on what it means to live boldly and globally. As an established Digital Storyteller who’s traversed 60+ countries, Beckford’s talks center courage, curiosity, and representation—the keys to building a more connected world.
Signature talks:
The Creator Economy 3.0: Building Authentic Influence
Given to Meta, Mastercard, and Advertising Week.
Influence isn’t just about followers — it’s about trust. In this talk, Gabby unpacks what the next era of creator-brand partnerships looks like, why representation matters, and how brands can co-create with influencers as strategic business partners rather than just content suppliers.
Delusional Confidence: The Mindset Behind Global Success
MyTEDx Talk, and signature story 🌟
How do you build a career that doesn’t exist yet? This talk explores the power of “delusional confidence” — the audacity to believe in yourself before anyone else does. Gabby shares how bold self-belief fueled her journey from STEM student to award-winning global creator, helping audiences redefine what’s possible for their careers and lives.
The Future of Travel: Gen Z, Influence, and Inclusion
Given to Google, Lululemon, and the Tourism Industry Association of Canada.
From #TravelTok to DEI in tourism, Gabby shares insights into how Gen Z is reshaping travel through authenticity, community, and digital storytelling. She explores how brands can create inclusive, culturally relevant experiences that speak to this generation’s values.
Representation in Motion: Traveling While Black & Fearless
Given to Columbia Sportswear and Match Group.
Through candid stories and actionable insight, Gabby examines what it means to navigate the world as a Black woman traveler. She explores how representation in media and tourism affects real-world safety, belonging, and empowerment — and how the industry can move toward true inclusivity.
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Financial Services Creative Masterclass — Meta
Creators Mean Business: Understanding and Supporting the Next Generation of Small Businesses — Mastercard
Financial Wellness for High-Achieving Women (Moderator) — SELFISH by The Kitchen
The Secret Lives of Travel Creators, Beyond the Post [🔗 learn more]— Advertising Week 2025
Financial Services Creative Masterclass Panel [🔗 learn more]— Meta
Talking Creator Tools [🎥 watch] — Notion x Creator Economy NYC
AI, Data, and the Future of Small Business: Unlocking Opportunity and Financial Mobility — Mastercard
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The Experience Economy — Mastercard
Travel Hacking: Alternative Ways to Fund That Trip — Nomadness Fest
Building Your Brand — Harvard Graduate School of Education
Creators4Mental Health [🔗 learn more] — Creator Economy NYC
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The Evolution of Solo Women’s Travel — Women’s Travel Fest
How I got my start as an influencer — Remarkable Voices
Judge: Tourism Reset Fund: Adventure Innovation Challenge — Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA)
Equity in Influencer Marketing [🎥 watch] — Connect by Creator IQ
Gen Z Travel — Chase Bank
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2022
Funded Travel Opportunities You’ve Never Heard Of — Women Travel Fest
How to Crush it on TikTok — TravelCon
3 Ways Small Businesses Can Grow Their Digital Marketing Strategy — U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Gen Z and Social Media, in Travel — Google
Using Travel to Secure the Bag — Nomadness Travel Fest
Safety and Dating Apps, as a Solo Traveler— Match Group Safety Seminar
Talking the Tok: Unlocking lululemon’s creative potential on TikTok — Lululemon
2021
How Students can Travel on a Budget — Virginia Commonwealth University
Gen Z Marketing Strategist, and Opportunity Addict Behind the Travel Blog Packs Light — University of Central Florida
How Social Media Influencers Can Help You Build Your Business — Ascend ALGV
YOU Can Study Abroad: (Yes You, Broke, STEM, or Non-Traditional Students) — Viterbo University
2020
Work to Be Done: Canada's Role in Addressing Race in the Tourism Industry/ L'AITC Parle – Du pain sur la planche : le rôle du Canada en matière de déclôture raciale dans l'industrie touristique — Tourism Industry Association of Canada
How to Travel During College — AFS Intercultural Programs
Unpacking Travelers by Life Cycle (Gen Z) — Pandora for Brands
Making travel inclusive to Black voices — Columbia Sportswear
2019
Why More People Should Practice Delusional Confidence [ 🎥 watch ] — TEDx Talk
2018
HIUSA Study Abroad Conference — Hostelling International USA
2016
How to Study Abroad with a STEM Degree — Virginia Commonwealth University
Awards:
ADCOLOR Influencer of the Year
LinkedIn Top Voice":
Next Gen
Traverse, 12 Month Achievement Award
Lonely Planet Best in Travel Award
Newsweek Future of Travel Awards
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