Hayley Podschun is a Broadway performer, screen actor, and event host known for translating the demands of live performance into practical insights on confidence, resilience, and performing under pressure.
Originally from Overland Park, Kansas, Hayley began working professionally at the age of ten and has spent her career across stage and screen building a reputation for her adaptability, presence, and consistency in high-pressure environments. On Broadway, she has appeared in major productions including Hello, Dolly!, Something Rotten!, Hairspray, Chaplin, Anything Goes, Sunday in the Park with George, Pal Joey, and The Sound of Music. She also starred as Glinda in the National Tour of Wicked. In New York, Hayley was the first to play the title role in Freckleface Strawberry Off-Broadway and has worked with companies such as Encores!, Classic Stage Company, and The York Theatre.
Hayley's screen credits include the film Hairspray, alongside John Travolta, Queen Latifah, and Michelle Pfeiffer, as well as television appearances in Fleishman Is in Trouble, Girls5Eva, Louie, and The Blacklist. She has led productions across the United States and received a Helen Hayes Award nomination for her work.
Beyond performing, Hayley is a guest host on QVC, a corporate event emcee, and an active mentor and coach for emerging performers. Her keynote sessions draw on her experience navigating constant auditions, live performances, and career uncertainty, using storytelling and practical frameworks to explore how people prepare for high-stakes moments, respond to setbacks, and sustain performance over time.
Audiences take away tools for building confidence, managing pressure, handling rejection, and staying adaptable in fast-changing environments. Hayley's work resonates in corporate, creative, education, retail, and leadership sectors for organizations seeking to strengthen communication, resilience, and professional presence.
Book Hayley to bring energy, practical insight, and a Broadway perspective to your next event.
How can I book Hayley Podschun for my next event?
Email hayley.podschun@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Hayley Podschun for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Hayley Podschun's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Hayley directly.
What topics does Hayley Podschun specialise in?
Hayley Podschun specialises in discussing confidence, resilience, performing under pressure and more.
What is Hayley Podschun's speaking style like?
Hayley’s delivery is honest, humorous, and uplifting. She inspires with warmth and grace, encouraging audiences to embrace their potential while blending professionalism with a touch of magic and charm.
Does Hayley Podschun offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Hayley Podschun offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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