Dierdre Wolownick is a remarkable figure whose life story inspires audiences worldwide. As the mother of renowned solo climber Alex Honnold, Dierdre has carved out her unique path in climbing and beyond. She became the oldest woman to climb El Capitan in Yosemite, which required immense courage, stamina, and determination. Her 3,000-foot ascent is a testament to the truth that age is no barrier to achieving extraordinary goals.

Beyond her climbing achievements, Dierdre is a professor, orchestra conductor, marathon runner, and author. Her fluency in English, Italian, French, and Spanish has enabled her to connect with diverse audiences across the globe. As a motivational speaker, she has delivered talks at numerous prestigious events, including keynote addresses at the Presentation Summit in San Diego and the Kinecta Credit Union Annual Conference. Her ability to engage audiences in multiple languages highlights her versatility and depth as a communicator.

Dierdre's journey is not just about physical accomplishments but also about overcoming personal challenges and redefining what is possible at any stage of life. Her story has been captured in the documentary "Climbing Into Life," which has garnered 11 awards, including Best Feature Documentary. Additionally, she is featured in a Canadian documentary about senior rock climbers, further cementing her status as an inspiring figure in the climbing community.

In her latest book, Success in 7 Steps, Dierdre reveals the proven method she used to achieve her many accomplishments, offering readers a simple-to-follow, step-by-step roadmap for turning their goals into reality.

Dierdre’s multi-faceted career and her ability to inspire others through her experiences make her a captivating speaker. Her message resonates with anyone who has ever faced a daunting challenge or dreamed about a goal that seems impossible. She illustrates the courage, perseverance, and the right approach that make the impossible achievable.

Using her unique perspective that encourages audiences to pursue their own dreams regardless of age or circumstance, Dierdre offers a simple method that will set them on the course toward their goal — the same one she used to become a record-holding rock climber, an orchestra founder and conductor, a publisher, a marathoner, and so many other achievements. With this method, you can make any dream an accomplishment.