Motivational Speaker &
Leadership
Consultant

HELPING YOU BECOME THE MOST CONFIDENT AND AUTHENTIC VERSION OF YOURSELF :)

Every Part of You Belongs

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I’m Lucca Petrucci, a Nationally Recognized Motivational Speaker, Certified Leadership Coach, and host of the Free to Be podcast. Since 2019, I’ve inspired more than 80,000 students, educators, and leaders across the country, from school assemblies to statewide and national leadership conferences. My work has also reached teams at lululemon, The Walt Disney Company, and CycleBar.

Being a student today comes with constant pressure to keep up, fit in, and figure out the future. Between academic demands, changing friendships, family expectations, and comparison on social media, students can start to feel like nothing they do, or who they are, is ever enough. Too often, they hide their differences, quiet their voices, and shrink themselves to feel accepted. Every student deserves to feel seen and valued for who they are, without having to hide any part of themselves.

Through keynotes, assemblies, leadership trainings, and workshops, I create spaces where students feel seen, heard, and valued. Then, we turn that connection into action with practical tools to:

  • Know their worth beyond grades, achievements, and others’ opinions

  • Build resilience to navigate setbacks, learn from failure, and trust themselves to try again

  • Communicate with compassion so others feel heard, valued, and included

  • Lead confidently as themselves, using their voices and strengths to make a meaningful difference

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Trusted By

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Antelope Valley Union High School District
Arizona Association of Student Councils (AASC)
Beverly Hills High School
Bianca Rae Foundation
California Association of Directors of Activities (CADA)
California Association of Student Leaders (CASL)
Cebrin Goodman Teen Institute
Colton Joint Unified School District
Dinuba High School
Georgia Association of Student Councils
Fresno Unified School District
Illinois Directors of Student Activities (IDSA)
lululemon

Moreno Valley Unified School District
National Association for Student Activities (NA4SA)
National Association of Student Councils (NASC)
Nevada Association of Student Councils (NASC)
Oregon Association of Student Councils (OASC)
Operation Snowball
PFLAG National
Salinas High School
San Diego County Office of Education
Santa Monica High School
Vision National Conference for Student Council Leaders
World’s Greatest Schools Conference

What students & educators are saying about my work

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Rylee Wolff, Iowa Association of Student Councils President & High School Senior

To know Lucca is to love him. The first time I heard Lucca speak was at the Vision National Conference for Student Council Leaders in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. I knew nothing about him before his name appeared on the big screen, but the moment he walked onto the stage, I sensed he was different — different from the hundreds of speakers I had been privileged to hear before. The way Lucca lit up the stage is something words can scarcely capture. He didn’t just speak; he shone. When I returned home to Iowa, I told my student council they had to experience his extraordinary presence for themselves.

Many speakers share a familiar story — a story of overcoming hardship. And while every story matters and enriches the tapestry of our world, Lucca’s story stood apart. His words were unfiltered, raw, and profoundly genuine. The emotion woven into every syllable was breathtaking. As a member of the audience, I felt seen, understood, and comforted. Though Lucca’s personal experiences didn’t mirror my own, the emotions he so vulnerably shared resonated deeply with me. Leaving his talk, I carried home a newfound sense of purpose, belonging, and confidence — gifts I will cherish for a lifetime. Meeting Lucca healed parts of me I hadn’t even realized were hurting.


If you have the opportunity to welcome him into your school, your event, or your community, do not hesitate. You won’t just meet a remarkable speaker — you’ll meet a remarkable human being.

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Richard Parkhouse, Founder of Greatness InsideOUT & Former Educator for 25 years

Lucca Petrucci is nothing short of magical in his ability to connect with an audience. As a featured speaker at our World's Greatest Schools Conference, Lucca captivated everyone in the room with his passion, energy, and authenticity. His dynamic presence and heartfelt message left a lasting impression, sparking conversations about self-awareness, personal growth, and the importance of meaningful interactions. Lucca’s gift for storytelling and relatability drew everyone in, creating a powerful shared experience that resonated long after his session ended.

The impact of Lucca's words was palpable. Attendees left inspired and empowered, eager to apply his insights to their daily lives and relationships. His message not only transformed perspectives but also built bridges among individuals striving to lead and connect. If you are looking for a motivational speaker who can inspire, energize, and create a lasting impact, I wholeheartedly recommend Lucca Petrucci for your school assemblies or as a conference keynote speaker. He is a true game-changer.

B Gendusco
High School Junior

Cecilia Cantu
College Grad Student

Grace Mou
College Junior

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Our students struggle with recognizing their own agency and stepping into their power, and Lucca provided them with tools and practices to help them overcome self-doubt and build their confidence. 

Students shared that Lucca’s keynote address was their favorite during our annual LIFT Conference. It provided them with concrete ways to dive deeper into knowing what they want in life, what they value, and what fulfills them. He created space for them to gain clarity of their authenticity and understand who they truly are at their core — something that is essential in being able to recognize self-agency and increase their sense of self-confidence. 

His enthusiasm, personal anecdotes, how he modeled being vulnerable, and the opportunity he gave students to engage in activities and start putting the theory into action was very impactful. Lucca is walking the walk! He demonstrates authenticity while extolling its values. His energy is welcoming and disarming…just the thing to put students at ease when discussing some heavy topics.

Mellissa Jessen-Hiser — Director at Central Valley College Corps at Fresno State

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Lucca truly made an impact on our teachers and campus! I appreciate his courage, personal resolve to be true himself, and his passion for helping others find their inner voice of strength. I grew because of your story and your workshop, and I believe the vast majority of our staff did, too. His energy, engagement, eye contact, and genuine connection with our teachers made them feel comfortable enough to step out of their comfort zone and grow into more accepting and inclusive leaders.

I recommend Mr. Petrucci for any school site, department, or organization who wants to dive deep into "heart work". So much of the time professional developments are attempting to inform or give instruction about a technical skill. The "head knowledge" topics are much needed in industries, especially education, but if people don't have the right heart for the work, they will never make a positive impact in the lives of students or whatever their goals are. Mr. Petrucci helped our staff do the "heart work" which has paid off tremendously. 

Tobaise Brookins — Principal at Edison-Computech Middle School

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We had the distinct pleasure of having Lucca join us at Oregon Association of Student Council’s Summer Camp as one of our keynote speakers. When looking for a partner, we wanted our kids to have a learning experience that was holistic and equipped them to be an authentic version of themselves as they grow as student leaders who will one day be adult leaders. Lucca resonates well with that intention and exceeded expectations as our partner.

Watching him operate as a keynote speaker was incredible. Every piece of his keynote on authenticity had intention. When he shared his personal story, it was clear that while his lived experiences can not be directly related to the experiences of all people, the tools he built through those experiences were universal in developing authenticity as a leader. Those tools were also clearly delivered in a digestible way that would allow our students to put his lessons into action immediately.

Miles Palacios — Legislative Affairs Manager at Association of Oregon Counties & Former Executive Director at Oregon Association of Student Councils