We Hunt Workplace Zombies
(So you don't have to)
For over 40 years, Build a Kick Ass Company™ has been on a mission to make work not suck—because happy people do awesome work. Simple as that.
We’re all about unlocking the potential inside every single person. And guess what? That starts with creating workplaces where people actually want to be. You know, the kind where people don’t just show up for the paycheck but because they feel valued, inspired, and ready to crush it.
At the heart of everything we do—whether it’s a workshop, a keynote, or a coaching session—is one big goal: helping people build better lives. We want every person who walks out of one of our sessions to feel fired up, equipped with real tools, and ready to make positive change.
If you believe that companies are more than policies and spreadsheets—that it’s the people and culture that make an organization great—then welcome. You’re in the right place.
We’re here to abolish the TGIF mentality (because who wants to spend five days wishing for two?). No more "working to live" or "living to work"—just living.
Let’s build something kick-ass together.
I'm Hannah Spicer (although some of you may know me as Hannah Gzik - ahh married life). I am the Owner of Build a Kick Ass Company - where leadership and team training come to life in a way that's both fun and impactful. The way it should be. I'm passionate about helping individuals, teams and organizations get unstuck, discover their strengths, create thriving cultures and really unlock that potential.
Here's a bit of my story:
I've worked in this industry since 2010, but I have spent my whole life fascinated with training and consulting. No surprise, as my Dad started his own business 40 years ago and was a well known keynote speaker, trainer, consultant and all-around enthusiastic guy. In 2005, he partnered up with an analytics and software development company. I was always planning (and felt I was meant) to one day carry the torch. Sadly, carrying that torch happened sooner than I had anticipated and not what we had always discussed together.
In November 2023, we lost my Dad/our CEO unexpectedly. And this is where my journey took a big turn. He built a successful training and consulting business over 40 years ago and had an amazing reputation with all who had the pleasure of meeting him. I knew this was my time to step up and carry on his legacy. And that's when Build a Kick Ass Company became mine -- literally, I purchased the business August 2024 and have been working hard to protect this gift he left with me.
And that's my commitment to my Dad and our clients. I will continue to offer products and services that truly make a difference.
I'm all about working in true partnership with my clients, and of course, laughing along the way. I listen intently to client feedback when I'm dreaming up the next product or service offering. It's why I recently launched a passion project called Hello Hannah Co, an area focused on personal growth and empowerment to take control of your 72 hours (@HelloHannahCo - you can find it on Facebook and Instagram)
When I'm not training leaders and teams, delivering Personality Dimensions workshops, facilitating coaching, or designing new programs, where can you find me? Likely all cozy reading on the couch, outdoors walking the dog, enjoying the river on the dock or boat, hanging out with my better half, or exploring new ways to grow through upskilling. I don't have a hobby, but I like reorganizing the house often (or so my husband tells me).
Hannah
If I'm Your Speaker...
Here's what you can expect...
✅ High energy. High impact. No fluff.
I bring real-world stories, practical takeaways, and a few unexpected moments that make people lean in and think differently (and laugh along the way).
🧠 Personality meets purpose.
I use tools like Personality Dimensions and lived leadership experience to help your audience connect the dots between who they are and how they lead, live, and work.
🎤 Interactive, not passive.
This won’t be a sit-and-listen snoozefest. Whether it’s a keynote, workshop, or retreat session, I keep it real, make it relatable, and get people talking.
💥 Tailored, not templated.
Every audience is different. I customize my content to match your group’s challenges, goals, and energy.
🛠 Practical takeaways that go beyond the classroom.
I don’t do one-and-done workshops or keynotes. I deliver tools and perspectives your audience can use the next day, not just nod along to in the moment. Any type of learning has to be easy to apply and I make sure that happens.
🎁 Bonus: laughter, engagement, and a healthy obsession with flip chart paper, sticky notes and creative props.
Yes, I still love old-school facilitation tools, and they work. Expect a mix of modern insights and grounded delivery that gets results. PS: I once brought playdough into a strategic planning session and it was a 10/10 experience.
Here's a Bio if you wish (but I'm also happy to introduce myself if preferred. If you are looking for a more traditional style bio, please let me know.
Hannah Spicer is a training, consulting, coaching, and keynote-speaking powerhouse with over 15 years of experience helping teams and leaders level up, without the eye rolls or corporate fluff. From boardrooms to break rooms, she works across all industries and team sizes to turn big ideas into real, lasting results.
Her approach? High-energy, high-impact to help teams and leaders get clear, connected, and confident in how they work, lead, and grow. She’s on a mission to bring humanity back into teams and build workplaces where people actually want to show up.
When she’s not busy transforming team dynamics, Hannah’s idea of rest looks suspiciously like a home reno project. If she’s not covered in drywall dust or paint, you’ll find her adventuring with her husband or floating along the St. Lawrence River, dreaming up her next big idea while pretending to “take it easy.”
