One news story inspired action. One voice helped change the law.
Suzanne Hobbs spent 14 years delivering stories on live television. Then one story changed the course of her own life.
Today, she brings more than 25 years of advocacy, storytelling and lived experience to the stage, connecting with audiences through powerful stories of purpose, perseverance and the extraordinary impact one person can make.
From national conferences and leadership events to community organizations and schools, Suzanne delivers a message people remember long after they leave the room.
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The Power of One
In October 2000, Suzanne Hobbs was a television news reporter covering the tragic death of a newborn baby. She could not simply report the story and move on. That experience inspired Suzanne to help bring Safe Haven legislation to Idaho, and months later the bill became law.
She speaks about Safe Haven laws, about the advocacy that followed, and about the impact one person can have in creating change.
For conferences, corporations, leadership events, civic and community organizations, healthcare and social work audiences, and women's organizations.
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High school graduation, Las Vegas, June 2026.
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Pittsburgh.
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Mother's Day rally, New York.
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School assembly, Idaho.
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Reading to a class.
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Promoting Safe Haven locations, Idaho, 2017.
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A message tailored to your audience
Suzanne works with organizers in advance to understand the audience, the event and the message they want attendees to take home.
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More than 14 years of live television experience
A seasoned communicator and storyteller who knows how to connect with an audience, think on her feet and speak from the heart.
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Support promoting your event
When appropriate, Suzanne can help promote her appearance through her social media channels and provide photos, bio information and promotional materials.
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A speaker who stays and connects
Suzanne welcomes opportunities to meet attendees, answer questions, take photos and continue the conversation after her presentation.
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The Oprah Winfrey Show
Suzanne shared her remarkable Safe Haven and adoption story on The Oprah Winfrey Show, which reached an audience of approximately 48 million viewers each week in 2006.
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100 Most Inspiring Women in the World
Named one of the "100 Most Inspiring Women in the World" by Dr. Shellie Hipsky. Suzanne's story is also featured in Hipsky's Common Threads trilogy.
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Idaho's Safe Haven Law
After covering the tragic death of an abandoned newborn, Suzanne helped lead the effort to bring Safe Haven legislation to Idaho. Governor Dirk Kempthorne signed the bill into law in 2001, and handed Suzanne the pen he had used.
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Planning an event? Tell us a little about your organization, audience and event date. Suzanne will personally review your request and respond with availability and speaking information.