Bring Michelle Hsiao to Your Next Event


Looking for a speaker who’s not just insightful but also down-to-earth and inspiring? Michelle is the perfect fit. With years of experience as a retail merchandising and e-commerce C-suite leader, startup strategist, and advocate for entrepreneurship, she knows how to connect with audiences in a way that feels both relatable and impactful.

Michelle’s talks are anything but cookie-cutter. She brings real-world stories, practical strategies, and a fresh perspective from her journey leading billion-dollar retailers, Fortune 200 companies, and scrappy, fast-paced startups. Whether she’s talking about driving growth in “big retail,” rolling up her sleeves as an entrepreneur, or the power of community building and supporting others, Michelle’s experiences resonate with anyone looking to grow, innovate, or lead with confidence.

From conferences to team events, Michelle’s approachable and dynamic style will leave your audience inspired, energized, and ready to take action. She’s not just a speaker—they’ll walk away feeling like they’ve had a conversation with someone who truly gets it.

Let’s make your event unforgettable. Reach out today to book Michelle and give your audience the insights and inspiration they’ll be talking about long after the event ends.

Speaking Engagements

  • University of Maryland Presentation: "Deliberate Networking: Boost Yourself and Your Career"

    Building your community is about deliberately supporting your connections. Networking is creating relationships and laying the groundwork for opportunities. Michelle equipped attendees with the tools and techniques to build skills and actions to leverage networking in a comfortable and strategic way, to take control of their professional destiny and achieve career goals.

  • Verizon Business Small Business Digital Ready: “Holiday Hustle: Last Minute Strategies to Drive Sales In-store and Online”

    Michelle Hsiao, CEO and founder of Revenue Growth Advisors, recently spoke to over 500 attendees on a Verizon Business Digital Ready webinar, sharing last-minute strategies to boost holiday sales. Drawing on her corporate retail roots and her deep support of small business agility, Michelle delivered actionable insights on social media, AI, local events, and partnerships.

  • Luminary Live!

    During this workshop, Michelle covered two powerhouse topics:

    “Go to Big Retail” – Crack the Code to Wholesale Success

    “Holiday Hustle” – Last-Minute Sales Strategies That Drive Results

  • Packaging to Pitch: How Can I Prepare for Retail Success?

    Are you ready for retail? Not sure what all you need to actually be ready? Are you already in retail but not seeing the success you want?

    If you are an entrepreneur looking to break into retail (or wondering if it's the right move), in this session, you'll learn from industry experts and get real-time advice on finding a manufacturer, understanding retailer requirements, knowing your numbers, and more.

    Whether you're launching a new brand or refining your strategy, this event will give you the tools and insights to strategically leverage retailers (and to avoid them leveraging you!)

  • NYC Women Founder Friends

    During this workshop, Michelle covered the following topic:

    "Go to Big Retail," Crack the Code to Wholesale Success

Podcast Appearances

  • Unboxing Ecommerce

    This week James and Jennifer order from Bed, Bath, and Beyond with special guest, Michelle Hsiao, the CEO and Founder of Revenue Growth Advisors. Michelle brings a wealth of experience to the table, having previously led merchandising teams at prestigious companies like Boscov’s, Macy’s, and Gugu Guru. With her extensive background in ecommerce strategy, merchandising, and profitability improvement, Michelle provides invaluable insights into the world of retail and ecommerce.

  • Never Been Promoted

    Michelle Hsiao, CEO and founder of Revenue Growth Advisors, shares her extensive experience in retail and consulting to help small businesses thrive. With a background in big corporate retail and a passion for supporting small businesses, Michelle offers valuable insights into driving revenue and achieving business success.

  • Successful Minds

    Join us as Michelle shares her journey from leading impactful digital transformations to pioneering customer experiences and implementing end-to-end strategies in the ever-evolving retail, ecommerce, and wholesale/D2C industries. Discover the core services offered by Revenue Growth Advisors, insights into overcoming common business challenges, and the importance of data and analytics in strategic planning. Michelle also discusses her future goals for the company and offers invaluable advice for entrepreneurs and business leaders looking to scale their businesses. Don’t miss this insightful conversation on entrepreneurial empowerment and industry transformation.

  • Successful Minds: Empowering Small Businesses with Big Retail Strategies

    Michelle shares her journey from leading impactful digital transformations to pioneering customer experiences and implementing end-to-end strategies in the ever-evolving retail, ecommerce, and wholesale/DTC industries. Discover insights into overcoming common business challenges, and the importance of data and analytics in strategic planning.

Publications

  • Tableware Today

    Michelle Hsiao, CEO and founder of Revenue Growth Advisors, was recently featured in Tableware Today sharing insights from her decades-long career in retail buying, consulting, and brand growth. In “Retail Relationships,” she reflects on the importance of long-term relationship-building—with vendors, colleagues, and competitors alike—as a key driver of business success.

    Michelle’s philosophy centers on trust, adaptability, and never losing sight of the human element in sales and strategy.

  • Built on Yes

    Michelle Hsiao, CEO and founder of Revenue Growth Advisors, was spotlighted in the Built on YES newsletter as a key force behind the launch and growth of Armine + Ambrose.

    As the fractional COO, Michelle led critical initiatives across manufacturing, packaging, and digital infrastructure, helping transform a vision into a thriving product-based business.

    Her strategic leadership and operational expertise continue to empower female founders to scale with clarity and confidence.​

  • Port Washington Living Magazine

    Michelle Hsiao, CEO and founder of Revenue Growth Advisors, was featured in the December 2024 issue of Port Washington Living Magazine, highlighting her family's commitment to supporting small businesses.

    The article showcases how Michelle leverages her extensive retail and consulting experience to empower entrepreneurs, while also balancing family life in Port Washington. Her story underscores the importance of community involvement and the impact of small business advocacy on local economies.​

  • Entreprenista

    Michelle Hsiao, CEO and founder of Revenue Growth Advisors, was profiled by Entreprenista for her impactful work helping product-based businesses thrive. Drawing from her leadership experience at Macy’s and Boscov’s, Michelle now guides brands from pre-launch to nine-figure revenue—offering strategic support in manufacturing, profitability, and wholesale expansion to major retailers like Target and Whole Foods.

    Her journey from corporate executive to entrepreneur reflects her commitment to empowering founders with clarity, agility, and results-driven growth strategies.

  • Unlocking Business Potential: The Power of Hiring a Consulting Firm for Optimal Growth

    In this article, Michelle Hsiao explores how partnering with a consulting firm can be a catalyst for meaningful, sustainable business growth. She outlines the key advantages—from gaining objective insights and specialized expertise to accessing powerful tools and accelerating operational efficiency. With a strong case for the value of external perspective, the piece positions consulting as a strategic investment that helps business leaders scale smarter, stay focused on their core strengths, and uncover opportunities that might otherwise go unnoticed.

  • What First Graders Can Teach Us About Being Supportive Leaders

    In this heartfelt piece, Michelle Hsiao draws unexpected leadership wisdom from her daughter’s elementary school “STARR of the Week” program—a celebration built around kindness, inclusion, and affirming feedback.

    Through touching anecdotes and classroom observations, Michelle reflects on how these simple, thoughtful practices could transform professional cultures if embraced by today’s leaders. She challenges readers to move past the fear of uncomfortable conversations and instead adopt a habit of consistent, meaningful encouragement.

    This piece reminds us that safe, truthful, respectful environments don’t just support kids—they empower teams to thrive.

  • Is there a downside to BNPL (Buy Now Pay Later) for retailers?

    In this sharp and timely analysis, Michelle Hsiao breaks down the hidden costs and strategic tradeoffs of integrating Buy Now, Pay Later platforms into a retail business model. Drawing comparisons to the now-obsolete layaway system, she explores why BNPL may boost short-term revenue but risks creating long-term noise—diluting marketing efforts, overwhelming store teams, and delivering questionable ROI.

    For retailers navigating multiple promotional levers and commission-heavy partners, this post offers a compelling case for choosing payment strategies that truly align with brand goals and customer behavior.

Awards + Honors

  • Entreprenista Top 100

    Michelle Hsiao, CEO and founder of Revenue Growth Advisors, was honored with the 2023 Entreprenista 100 Award, a national recognition celebrating women entrepreneurs demonstrating exceptional growth, leadership, and impact across industries. Presented by Chase Ink, the award spotlights trailblazing founders whose businesses collectively generate over $650 million annually. Michelle’s inclusion reflects her commitment to empowering small businesses through strategic agility, innovation, and community-driven growth.​

  • Find Your North advisor

    Michelle Hsiao, CEO and founder of Revenue Growth Advisors, is featured as an advisor on Find Your North, a platform by The Female Founder Collective that connects entrepreneurs with seasoned experts. Michelle’s commitment to empowering entrepreneurs is evident in her personalized advisory sessions, where she offers strategic insights to drive business growth.

  • Entreprenista Approved

    Being Entreprenista Approved means Revenue Growth Advisors has been vetted, referred for quality and service and is recognized as a standout partner for product businesses ready to launch or scale with clarity and confidence.

    This designation highlights Revenue Growth Advisors' proven approach to supporting founders and businesses in sustainable, system-supported growth. Vetted by the Entreprenista network, this approval affirms RGA’s commitment to smart strategy, operational transparency, and measurable outcomes—making them a trusted ally for entrepreneurs building not just bigger businesses, but better ones.

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