Leslie Weirich

Leslie Weirich is a nationally recognized keynote speaker and author dedicated to mens mental health and military suicide prevention. Leveraging her journalism degree from Indiana University, she founded LesliesHopeLLC to share her personal story and save lives. People describe her as a powerful, authentic, and inspirational speaker who creates instant connection with her audience.

Outside of her professional advocacy, Leslie is a passionate and vocal supporter of the Indiana Hoosiers, her alma maters athletic teams. Her work is deeply intertwined with her personal life, driven by a profound mission to turn personal tragedy into a message of hope and resilience for other families and communities.

Her powerful advocacy work is inspired by the loss of her 20-year-old son, Austin, to suicide in 2016, a story that now forms the core of her mission.