From a domestic violence shelter to the UFC Contender Series in twelve months. Jamie speaks on resilience, self-defense, and the radical courage it takes to reclaim your life.
Jamie Colleen Miller spent six and a half years trapped in a cycle of domestic violence. When she finally made the decision to save her life and her daughter's, Women Against Abuse gave them a path to safety. One year later, she won an MMA championship title.
She went on to fight on the UFC Contender Series twice, earn a BJJ black belt, and build a career dedicated to empowering women through martial arts, self-defense, and advocacy.
Today, Jamie serves on the Women Against Abuse Board of Directors — a former client turned leader — is a committee member on the Philadelphia Mayor's Office of Women's Engagement, and the founder of Philly Self-Defense.
"The cage taught me that the real fight is never against your opponent. It's always against the voice inside you that says you can't."Jamie Colleen Miller
High-energy, deeply personal keynotes that leave audiences moved, motivated, and equipped with real tools for change.
How Jamie went from trapped in an abusive relationship to winning an MMA championship — and what the fighting cage taught her about fighting for your life outside of it.
Self-defense isn't just physical. It's about learning to defend your boundaries, your time, your ambitions, and your right to take up space in any room.
How Jamie went from receiving services at Women Against Abuse to serving on its Board of Directors, and what it means to center lived experience in leadership.
How martial arts philosophy can teach every parent to raise confident, aware, resilient kids who know their worth and aren't afraid to defend it.
Three steps forged in the cage, proven in life. Every keynote is built on this framework — connecting MMA training to overcoming any adversity.
Recognize danger, opportunity, and truth — in relationships, careers, or any situation where instincts matter more than politeness.
Shift from survival mode to strategic action. Stop absorbing hits. Start positioning yourself to move forward.
Take decisive action — leave the relationship, start the business, set the boundary. Stop waiting for permission to fight for your own life.
"I went from being a client who needed help to a leader who shapes how help is given."Jamie Colleen Miller
Keynotes, workshops, panels, or corporate training. Jamie brings energy, authenticity, and a message your audience won't forget.