Nadine’s work began in substance abuse prevention and evolved into broader conversations around wellness, leadership, and sustainable growth.
Substance Abuse & Recovery Speaker
Nadine Machkovech is a nationally recognized substance abuse and recovery speaker with over a decade of experience in prevention, peer-led programming, and community-based change. As the co-founder of RISE TOGETHER, she has helped design evidence-based models that strengthen connections, reduce stigma, and increase help-seeking among youth and adults alike.
Who It's For
Schools & Universities
Healthcare Systems
Community Coalitions
Conferences & Professional Associations
Faith Communities
Prevention & Public Health Initiatives
What Makes Nadine's Voice Unique
Nadine brings a rare and necessary combination to every stage she speaks on: lived experience, research-informed insight, and real-world implementation.
She is a person in long-term recovery, a published researcher partnered with Penn State College of Medicine, and a leader who has guided prevention programs impacting thousands of youth. Her work doesn’t just inspire — it equips audiences with practical tools rooted in both story and evidence.
Speaking Topics & Outcomes
• From Survival Mode to Sustainable Growth
• Psychological Safety in Leadership & Communities
• Burnout, Shame & Rebuilding After Loss
• Storytelling as Strategy to Drive Connection
Audiences leave with:
✔ Practical reflection tools
✔ Stronger communication skills
✔ Clear alignment around values
✔ Increased self-awareness and agency
FAQ
What makes Nadine different from other recovery speakers? Nadine blends lived experience, peer-reviewed research, and over a decade of frontline prevention leadership. As a person in long-term recovery and a research collaborator with Penn State College of Medicine, she bridges story and science — delivering messages that are emotionally powerful and practically applicable.
Does she tailor content for corporate vs. community events? Yes. Nadine customizes each presentation to the audience — whether corporate teams, healthcare systems, schools, recovery organizations, or community coalitions — ensuring relevance, tone, and outcomes align with the group’s goals.
How long are keynotes? Keynotes typically range from 45–60 minutes, with options for 90-minute interactive sessions or extended workshops upon request.
Is this faith-based? Nadine’s work is values-centered but not religious. She speaks in a way that is inclusive and accessible to diverse audiences.
Can books be included? Yes. Bulk copies of Enough Already: A Journey From Hiding to Healing can be incorporated into speaking packages or offered at a discounted rate for attendees.