Inspiring keynotes that ignite action, empower teams, and drive success
Meet Ellen Schouppe: the driving force behind Smart Mind's inspiring keynotes
When you choose a keynote from Smart Mind, you’re not just booking a speaker—you’re enlisting the expertise of Ellen Schouppe, a celebrated psychologist and coach known for her transformative impact on elite athletes and corporate teams alike. As the founder and CEO of Smart Mind, Ellen has inspired individuals and organizations to reach their full potential with insights drawn from her incredible journey in both the business and sports worlds.
Why Ellen Schouppe?
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Ellen’s name carries weight. With over two decades of experience, she has built a legacy of success by guiding national teams, elite clubs, and businesses toward excellence:
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Elite Sports Authority: Ellen has worked with world-renowned teams like the Belgian Cats (basketball), Red Panthers (hockey), and Belgian Cheetahs (4x400m relay), helping them achieve Olympic success.
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Tokyo 2021 Olympics: As the trusted psychologist for Belgium’s Olympic delegation, Ellen helped her teams secure top-10 finishes on the global stage.
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Corporate Trailblazer: Ellen now applies her proven Smart Mind Methodology, originally developed for elite athletes, to empower business teams and leaders to thrive.
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Beyond national teams, Ellen has brought her winning strategies to top clubs across Belgium and Europe, such as RSC Anderlecht and Gantoise Hockey Club, solidifying her reputation as a leader in high-performance coaching
Our Keynotes: Inspired by Ellen’s Legacy
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Ellen’s keynotes are more than just motivational talks—they are transformative experiences rooted in her unparalleled expertise. Whether you’re looking to build resilience, strengthen leadership, or energize your team, Ellen’s insights will inspire action and deliver lasting results.
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What Sets Us Apart?
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Proven Expertise: Ellen combines her deep understanding of business and sports psychology to offer a perspective few can match.
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Real-World Impact: Her stories and strategies are relatable, actionable, and immediately applicable.
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Tailored Solutions: Each keynote is designed to address your specific challenges and goals.
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Discover Ellen Schouppe’s Signature Keynotes​
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Turning Dreams Into Reality
Learn how to transform ambition into achievement with the mindset, resilience, and focus that Ellen has instilled in world-class athletes.
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Building Your Dream Team
Great teams don’t happen by chance. Ellen shares proven strategies, inspired by Patrick Lencioni’s Pyramid, to help you create and sustain high-performing teams.
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Authentic Leadership
True leadership starts from within. Ellen guides you in building the authenticity and self-awareness that inspires others to follow.
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Working Smarter, Not Harder
Optimize productivity with actionable strategies to achieve more while focusing your energy where it matters most.
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How to Keep Growing
Unlock the power of a growth mindset and continuously evolve into the best version of yourself.
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Building Mental Toughness
Ellen teaches the science and strategies behind resilience, empowering you to turn challenges into opportunities.
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“I Never Lose: I Win or I Learn”
Step outside your comfort zone and embrace growth through calculated risks and powerful lessons.
Book Ellen for Your Next Event​
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Are you ready to transform your team and spark meaningful change? Ellen Schouppe’s keynotes bring unparalleled expertise, inspiration, and actionable strategies to empower your organization.