Every problem is an opportunity.
Lydia Winkler is a founder, speaker, and criminal justice advocate.
After surviving a near-death experience, Lydia’s story quite literally takes flight in a paraplane and tumbles to a horrifying 11 stories tall stop.
An ongoing journey of overcoming obstacles, she uses her most powerful weapon…her mind.
About Lydia
Lydia is the co-founder of RentCheck and an advocate for fair and transparent renting for all.
RentCheck technology provides guided inspections built for residents to help property managers increase profits, increase visibility, and improve resident satisfaction.
The founder of REEP Now (Relief Effort for Earning Parole) — a nonprofit that provides parole advocacy and support to people in Louisiana — Lydia also serves as a mentor at Idea Village, a non-profit organization with a mission to identify, support, and retain entrepreneurial talent in New Orleans and the surrounding region.
Her most recent accolades include recognition as Inc Magazine's Top 100 Female Founders and Business Insider’s Rising Star in Real Estate.
Heralded as a style icon, Lydia hand-makes custom bolo ties and is known for her signature blue hat.
She holds a JD/MBA from Tulane University and a BA from Kenyon College.
Quotes from Lydia’s Audience
“A powerful reminder of the inner strength within us all to carry us through our greatest challenges.”
— Cristy Cali, CEO and Designer
“Lydia’s words were not only inspiring, but also deeply moving and impactful. Her personal story of overcoming adversity and using it to inspire others was truly remarkable.
Even in the face of life's most daunting challenges, we all have the strength within us to persevere and achieve our goals.”
— Sonny Lee, Founder and CEO
