Beth Cannon is an international speaker, educator, and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience empowering leaders and inspiring teams. Known for her engaging delivery and practical insights, she is the founder of Beth Cannon Speaks, where she offers impactful keynotes, online courses, and live and virtual events tailored to early education professionals. Through her strategic approach and compelling content, Beth equips educators and leaders with systems and solutions that create a framework for freedom in both their work and personal lives.
She is also the creator of The Leader’s Lounge, an online platform that brings together top voices in early childhood education for ongoing professional development. As a trusted coach and consultant, Beth has partnered with some of the largest brands in childcare, delivering transformational training programs and workshops at major conferences and events across the country. Her expertise in leadership, operations, and instructional design has positioned her as a go-to resource for teams looking to grow, streamline, and lead with clarity.
Beth’s journey began in 1999 when she launched Stretch-n-Grow, an international children’s fitness franchise. As the top-performing business owner and International Corporate Trainer, she developed the brand’s employee management systems, instructor certification programs, and operational structure used worldwide. Beth holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications and Education from the University of Texas at Arlington, is a certified classroom teacher, and a registered early education trainer. A lifelong fitness enthusiast, she’s also been a group fitness instructor since the age of 17 and currently teaches hot yoga on weekends.