In today’s ‘Experience Era,’ authentic connection reigns supreme; and a recent Forbes article demonstrates that authentic leadership is linked to preventing burnout. While neuroscience affirms our biological wiring for social interaction, genuine connection requires more than surface-level engagement. It calls for courage, derived from the Latin word cœur, meaning heart. LauraLynn speaks of courage as it comes from being open and listening on multiple levels. Without cultivating this deeply humanizing approach, our interactions risk remaining transactional, which can be detrimental to the current era of business in which success hinges on the ability to connect meaningfully with customers, colleagues, and employees.

This keynote will explore the transformative process of true connection, starting on the intrapersonal level, moving into the interpersonal realm, and culminating in the collective space. Sharing personal stories and experiences LauraLynn highlights the moments when choosing courage over comfort led to deeper understanding and trust. Attendees will gain actionable insights and practical steps to shift their communication and presence, fostering relationships that resonate on a human level.

LauraLynn Jansen, Ph.D., PCC, is a captivating author, award-winning scholar-practitioner, and a pioneering leadership innovator with over 25 years of experience guiding individuals and organizations toward more profound connection, purpose, and impact. As a seasoned Co-Active coach and facilitator, she offers a rare blend of scholarly insight and real-world application by weaving Eastern and Western philosophies of self-awareness and collective care.

Her visionary research into how humanizing connection occurs between individuals earned her the Academy of Management’s 2023 Promising Dissertation Award, recognizing her as a rising voice in the field of relational leadership. As a Fetzer Scholar and Fellow of the International Humanistic Management Association, she is known for her ability to bridge theory and practice, crafting transformative curricula that ignite sustainable change intrapersonally and collectively by encouraging a shift toward a level of leadership that portrays empathy, understanding, and promotes trust.

- has worked in Washington, D.C., to Hawai’i, and Canada, to Europe

- leads immersive talks, group sessions, and leadership retreats that she designs with time-tested and evidence-based practices

- has been leading virtual offerings for nearly ten years

- has worked in various sectors, including healthcare, non-profits, private enterprises, and the U.S. military

*** Inviting LauraLynn to your event isn’t just booking a keynote speaker—it's unlocking a powerful experience that elevates personal growth and professional leadership.***

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

LauraLynn spoke to my company’s Women’s Leadership Network on ‘The Choice of Leadership.’ WOW!! Even without a fancy PowerPoint presentation or booming microphone, her presence took command of the auditorium. She provided humorous and light-heartedness, yet soul-reaching messages that can apply to each of us.

-Connie Cotter, Covance Laboratories

I have had the privilege of attending multiple engagements where Dr. LauraLynn Jansen delivered compelling presentations and talks within a military context and beyond. She possesses a rare ability to establish profound connections with her audience, fostering an environment conducive to self-reflection and candid conversation.

– Colonel Shannon Phares, USAF

Credentials

· Ph.D. in Leadership and Change - Research focused on the lived experience of humanization

· MA in Integrative Health Education - Expertise in whole-person well-being, bridging Eastern and Western approaches and perspectives

· 1000+ hours of certified study focused on integrative somatic and mindfulness practices globally

Program Offerings

- Cœur: The courageous act of connection

- Human-Centered Leadership (a hybrid offering that can be made into four progressive sessions)

Professional Certifications

· Certified Professional Co-Active Coach, ICF certified, PCC

· Intensive Year-Long Leadership Program – The Coaches Training Institute (CTI)

· Internationally accredited Co-Active Life Coaching certification, CTI (San Rafael, CA - 2003)

Awards & Recognition

· Academy of Management's 2023 Promising Dissertation Award

· LiveStrong Challenge award – Recognized for her cancer advocacy and foresight

· Human Values Award (Honorable Mention) – Art of Living