Motivational Speaker, Author and Leadership Expert

From overcoming a childhood learning disability to helping build nationally recognized brands, Ashley Brinton shares her inspiring journey of resilience

SARATOGA SPRINGS, UT, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Internationally renowned motivational speaker, business strategist, and featured star of ABC’s hit television show Secret Millionaire, James Malinchak, interviews Ashley Brinton, a dynamic motivational keynote speaker, author, leadership trainer, and business brand-building expert, for an inspiring conversation about overcoming adversity, developing an unstoppable mindset, and achieving success despite life’s challenges.

Known for her powerful message of “Reach Higher,” Brinton has dedicated her career to helping students, educators, entrepreneurs, and business leaders recognize their potential, overcome limitations, and accomplish more than they ever imagined possible.

But Ashley’s journey to success wasn’t always easy.

As a young student, she was told by teachers that she was bringing down her school’s academic average and wouldn’t amount to much in life. Diagnosed with a reading disability, Ashley faced challenges that could have discouraged her from pursuing her dreams. Instead, she refused to allow other people’s opinions or traditional definitions of success to determine her future.

Today, Ashley has delivered presentations to more than 120 audiences, spoken to over 20,000 students and educators, helped build more than 100 brands, and served in significant leadership positions with one of America’s most recognizable cookie companies, Crumbl.

Her story demonstrates a powerful lesson: Your circumstances do not have to determine your future, and your limitations do not have to define your potential.

“Ashley Brinton’s journey is an inspiring example of what happens when someone refuses to let other people’s expectations determine what they can accomplish,” said James Malinchak. “Her message about believing in yourself, developing leadership skills, and reaching higher is something students, entrepreneurs, and business professionals can all learn from.”

At just 22 years old, Ashley became a Corporate Leadership Trainer for Crumbl Cookies, where she helped develop a comprehensive training program for franchise partners. She played an important role in expanding the company’s training department from just two trainers to more than 100.

Her career continued to accelerate as she became Executive Assistant and eventually Chief of Staff to Crumbl co-founder Sawyer Hemsley. Through her leadership involvement with Hemsley Ventures, Ashley contributed to the development and growth of multiple businesses across different industries.

Beyond her corporate achievements, Ashley is passionate about empowering young people through education, leadership development, and career and technical student organizations.

Having personally experienced the transformational impact of FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America), Ashley served as both a state and national officer. She later coached nine state officer teams across the country and received the organization’s National Alumni Award in 2021.

Her commitment to developing future leaders reflects her belief that everyone deserves someone who sees their potential, encourages their dreams, and challenges them to reach higher.

During this inspiring interview, Malinchak and Brinton explore important lessons in personal development, leadership, and professional success, including:

Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: Why the opinions and expectations of others should never determine what you believe is possible for your future.

Mastering Your Mindset: How developing confidence, determination, and resilience can help individuals overcome challenges and pursue extraordinary goals.

Turning Adversity Into Opportunity: How Ashley transformed the challenges of a childhood learning disability into motivation for personal and professional achievement.

Developing Leadership Skills: Valuable lessons from Ashley’s experience helping build leadership training programs and working alongside successful entrepreneurs.

Building Successful Brands: How creativity, strategic thinking, and effective execution help transform business ideas into meaningful opportunities.

Empowering the Next Generation: Why mentorship, encouragement, and leadership development can make a lasting difference in the lives of students and young professionals.

Reaching Higher in Life and Business: Why success begins with refusing to settle for limitations and continually challenging yourself to grow.

As a mother of two young children, entrepreneur, and accomplished speaker, Ashley also understands the importance of balancing professional ambition with family life and personal fulfillment.

Her engaging speaking style combines authentic storytelling, humor, practical strategies, and a genuine passion for helping others succeed.

Whether speaking to students, educators, corporate audiences, or aspiring entrepreneurs, Ashley delivers a message that resonates across generations: You are capable of more than you think, and your future can be greater than your past.

This compelling interview is especially valuable for students, teachers, school administrators, business owners, entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and anyone seeking the motivation and practical guidance to overcome obstacles and achieve their next level of success.

Watch the interview featuring James Malinchak and Ashley Brinton here:

To learn more about Ashley Brinton, her motivational keynote presentations, leadership development programs, coaching, and brand-building services, visit www.AshleySpeaks.com.

About Ashley Brinton

Ashley Brinton is a motivational keynote speaker, author, leadership development expert, entrepreneur, and brand-building strategist based in Saratoga Springs, Utah.

Having spoken to more than 20,000 students and educators and helped develop over 100 brands, Ashley is passionate about inspiring people to overcome challenges, develop confidence, and reach their full potential.

Her professional background includes serving as a Corporate Leadership Trainer for Crumbl Cookies and Chief of Staff to Crumbl co-founder Sawyer Hemsley. Ashley has also been actively involved in youth leadership development through FCCLA and other career and technical student organizations.

Through her keynote presentations, coaching, and consulting services, Ashley encourages audiences to master their mindset, embrace their unique strengths, and continually “Reach Higher.”

Learn more at: www.AshleySpeaks.com

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About James Malinchak

James Malinchak is one of the world’s most in-demand motivational and business speakers. With more than 3,000 keynote presentations delivered globally, appearances in over 15,000 media outlets, and a starring role in ABC’s hit television show Secret Millionaire (viewed by more than 50 million people worldwide), James is a trusted authority on success, entrepreneurship, and influence.

He is the author of more than 30 books, has conducted over 3,000 business consultations, and was twice named National “College Speaker of the Year.”

From intimate executive boardrooms to audiences of more than 30,000 people, James combines inspiring personal stories with practical business strategies to help entrepreneurs, executives, speakers, and organizations increase their income, influence, and impact.

Learn more at: www.BigMoneySpeaker.com

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