KEYNOTE SPEAKER & EDUCATOR
Real Conversations. Lasting impact.
Karissa Pfeffer brings clarity, credibility and actionable insights to one of our most overlooked topics in the workplace - perimenopause and menopause
MEET KARISSA
A finance leader. A workplace educator. A passionate advocate for change.
Karissa Pfeffer is a former corporate finance manager turned perimenopause educator, speaker and consultant. With more than 15 years of experience in corporate finance and a deep understanding and certifications in women’s health, she brings a unique perspective to the workplace about menopause.
Karissa founded Perimenopause Power to bridge the gap between women’s health and workplace performance, helping organizations create more supportive environments while giving people the tools they need to advocate for themselves.
FEATURED TALKS
Signature talks for real-world impact.
Karissa delivers engaging, evidence-based presentations that combine real talk, practical tools and a strong business case. Each talk can be customized for your audience.
The Hidden Cost of Menopause in the Workplace
Why menopause is a workplace issue, what it’s costing organizations and how to turn awareness into measurable impact.
Perimenopause Explained: From Awareness to Advocacy
A clear, evidence-based guide to the physical, mental and emotional changes of perimenopause and what women (and their workplaces!) can do about it.
Women's Health & Workplace Performance
How to support and retain experienced women, and create a more inclusive workplace at every stage of life.
Why Organizations Hire Karissa
Corporate Leadership Experience
15+ years of corporate finance experience and presenting to executive leadership teams provides a deep understanding of business priorities, challenges and opportunities.
Financial & Workforce Expertise
Connecting women’s health to real business outcomes from retention and productivity to health care related costs.
Engaging, actionable education
Fosters a safe, judgement free space for real conversations and practical solutions that drive lasting change.
Selected Employers, Conferences & Media
Organizations across corporate, government, nonprofit, and conference settings trust Karissa Pfeffer to deliver evidence-based workplace menopause education, keynote presentations, and workforce training that improve retention, workforce performance, and organizational outcomes.
EMPLOYERS & ORGANIZATIONS
CONFERENCES & EVENTS
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN MENTAL HEALTH SUMMIT
PODCASTS & MEDIA
GOOD MORNING, HR
EVENT FORMATS
Flexible formats. Meaningful converstions.
Karissa speaks at a variety of events and can tailor the format to meet your audience, goals and event needs.
KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS
High-impact keynotes that inspire action and shift the conversation.
WORKSHOPS & TRAINING SESSIONS
High-impact keynotes that inspire action and shift the conversation.
WEBINARS & VIRTUAL EVENTS
Engaging and accessible sessions for distributed teams and broader audiences.
CORPORATE & EMPLOYEE EVENTS
Customized sessions for employee resource groups, wellbeing programs and internal audiences.
WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP EVENTS
Conversations that connect women’s health, leadership and career longevity.
PANELS & MODERATED DISCUSSIONS
Insightful discussions with diverse experts and stakeholders.
Bring Karissa to Your Next Event
LET’S WORK TOGETHER
Whether you're planning a conference,corporate event,leadership summit or podcast, Karissa brings valuable insights, fresh perspective and passion to every stage.
