ANGELA POINTER
About Angela Pointer
Angela Pointer, MS, BSN, RN is a Registered Nurse–turned healthcare talent acquisition leader, solopreneur, and author of 24 Minutes to Win the Day. With nearly 30 years in nursing and 20 years in healthcare recruitment, she is the Founder and President of AP Solutions, LLC, providing fractional talent acquisition leadership, executive search, and leadership development services for healthcare organizations.
Angela has led talent acquisition functions across academic medical centers, integrated delivery networks, ambulatory care, and both nonprofit and private equity–backed organizations. A Maxwell Leadership Certified Speaker, Coach, and DISC Trainer, she partners with healthcare leaders to strengthen leadership capability, steward time and talent with intention, and drive sustainable impact. She currently serves as President-Elect of the National Association for Healthcare Recruitment and is a frequent speaker, podcast host, and trusted advisor to healthcare leaders.
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Discover the power of self-awareness and team synergy through the transformative Maxwell DISC Assessment and Workshop. Led by Angela Pointer—certified Maxwell DISC practitioner, coach, and founder of AP Solutions—this interactive experience equips professionals, leaders, and families with the tools to understand behavioral styles, improve communication, and foster authentic connection.
Participants will:
- Gain clarity on their unique DISC personality profile
- Learn to decode communication styles for stronger relationships
- Build trust and collaboration across teams and families
- Apply DISC insights to leadership, conflict resolution, and personal growth
Angela's facilitation blends strategic insight with warmth and encouragement, creating a safe space for reflection, growth, and breakthrough. Whether you're a corporate team, healthcare leader, or family navigating change, this workshop offers practical tools and lasting impact.
Leadership isn't about titles—it's about impact. In this energizing and interactive session, Angela Pointer, healthcare talent strategist and certified Maxwell DISC practitioner, equips HOSA students with the mindset and tools to lead with purpose, starting now.
Through stories, hands-on activities, and real-world healthcare connections, students will:
- Discover core leadership traits like integrity, communication, and resilience
- Apply decision-making frameworks to everyday choices
- Connect leadership to patient care, teamwork, and healthcare careers
- Craft a personal action step to grow as a leader this year
Angela's engaging style blends strategic insight with encouragement, helping students see themselves as leaders—regardless of their role or title. This session is a call to action for future healthcare professionals to lead with character, clarity, and compassion.
Takeaways:
- Confidence to lead now, not later
- Practical tools for communication and collaboration
- Inspiration to align personal growth with professional purpose
Format: 45–60 minute keynote (also available as a 60–90 minute workshop or breakout)
This program is perfect for:
- Leaders, HR/TA professionals, and high-performing teams navigating constant demands
- Organizations seeking practical tools to reduce overwhelm, improve focus, and increase daily impact
The audience will leave with:
- A simple, repeatable productivity system they can implement the same day
- Clarity on how to shift from reactive work to meaningful, high-impact work in just 24 minutes at a time
This program is perfect for:
- Leaders who want to strengthen their influence and build trust
- Teams struggling with engagement, communication gaps, or misunderstandings
The audience will leave with:
- Practical tools for connecting beyond words — visually, emotionally, and intentionally
- Simple frameworks to communicate with clarity, empathy, and influence
Connection is the currency of leadership — yet most leaders don't realize that communicating information is not the same as connecting with people. Based on John Maxwell's transformational book Everyone Communicates, Few Connect, this keynote teaches leaders how to go beyond messages and create meaningful interactions that inspire action.
Angela Pointer combines Maxwell's timeless connection principles with her real-world leadership experience in healthcare and talent acquisition. Through stories, strategies, and actionable examples, she shows how leaders can shift from talking at people to connecting with them. When leaders connect, engagement rises, trust deepens, and teams begin to move in the same direction with purpose.
Testimonials
I had the opportunity to both participate in Angela Pointer's mastermind and interview her on The People Contingency Podcast, and I can confidently say she is an incredible leader and coach. Angela brings a rare combination of expertise, authenticity, and generosity to every conversation. In the mastermind, Angela created a space that was both inspiring and practical, guiding us with actionable strategies while also encouraging deeper personal and professional growth. Her leadership style is empowering, supportive, and deeply motivating. As a podcast guest, Angela was equally impressive, She is thoughtful, engaging, and full of valuable insights. She communicates with clarity and warmth, making complex ideas easy to understand and inspiring for listeners. Angela truly invests in people's success, whether it's through her work as a recruiter, career coach, or leadership coach. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking guidance, inspiration, and growth in their career or leadership journey.
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