Laura Hambley Lovett
Ph.D., R. Psych.
AB, CANADAThe Evolution of Work with Dr. Laura; Attract top talent and create a culture where people want to stay.
Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is an Organizational Psychologist, Keynote Speaker, Business Leader, Author, and Podcast Host of Where Work Meets Life™, with 25 years of experience. She is a thought leader in workplace psychology, career development, and the future of work. Dr. Laura founded Canada Career Counselling and other consulting practices and is an Adjunct Professor of Psychology. A Canadian Women of Inspiration Award winner, she is dedicated to helping people and organizations thrive. She is the author of the international #1 Amazon Bestseller book I Wish I’d Quit Sooner: Practical Strategies for Navigating a Toxic Boss.
Check Out My Website: https://www.drlaura.live/
View My Speaker Reel Here: https://youtu.be/_x3-D42Umxs?si=J7iT7XIhBeUJpZPi
A Thought Leader
While completing her doctorate in 2002, Dr. Laura focused on remote leadership, predicting a shift toward more flexible and mobile work. She has continued to innovate in this space as a pioneer in the future of work.
In 2013, she co-created assessments and training programs to help organizations succeed in remote environments and co-founded Work EvOHlution™, a start-up focused on developing leaders, teams, and cultures for hybrid and remote success. The company developed the Distributed Work Profiler, featured in Scientific American as the world’s first personality profile of a remote worker. Work EvOHlution™ was recognized as one of Alberta’s most innovative start-ups by Alberta Venture magazine and was featured multiple times at the South by Southwest (SXSW) conference in Austin, Texas.
As an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Calgary, Dr. Laura collaborates with undergraduate and graduate students on research, currently focusing on the behaviors and impacts of toxic leadership.
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Laura speaks to audiences around the world on creating thriving workplace cultures, addressing toxic leadership, leading in hybrid and remote environments, and preventing burnout.
Host of the Where Work Meets Life™ Podcast
Dr. Laura launched the Where Work Meets Life™ podcast in 2020, inspired by her long-standing belief that successful workplaces require thriving humans. Through conversations with expert guests, she explores topics such as workplace well-being, career fulfillment, and advocacy, reaching listeners across Canada, the United States, and globally.
Author
Dr. Laura has contributed to numerous books and articles in the field of organizational psychology. Her latest book I Wish I'd Quit Sooner: Practical Strategies for Navigating and Escaping a Toxic Boss was released on January 13, 2026. She also co-authored Growing the Virtual Workplace in 2008.
In addition to her academic and professional writing, she is the author of two psychological thrillers, Losing Cadence and Finding Sophie. These books are currently being adapted for a television series. Through her writing, she aims to both entertain and raise awareness of critical issues such as mental health and domestic violence. She is also an advocate for ending violence against girls and women and actively supports initiatives that educate, fundraise, and drive awareness
Business Leader & Serial Entrepreneur
Dr. Laura is a passionate entrepreneur who has founded multiple successful ventures, including Canada Career Counselling and Synthesis Psychology, along with several other consulting and assessment-focused businesses. She is known for her willingness to innovate and bring creative ideas to life.
Community & Personal
Philanthropy is an important part of Dr. Laura’s life. She serves on nonprofit boards and committees aligned with her values, including co-founding the WITH HER movement to end violence against girls and women. She is also Chair on the Board of the Youth Singers of Calgary, a long-standing performing arts organization dedicated to developing confidence and leadership in young people.
Rather than striving for “work-life balance,” Dr. Laura focuses on work-life wellness—ensuring she remains energized and fulfilled across all areas of life. She lives in Calgary with her husband, Scott, and their three children, Nick, Matt, and Cadence, along with their two white, fluffy dogs. In her free time, she enjoys travel, squash, hiking, yoga, music, and downhill skiing.
Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is an Organizational Psychologist, Keynote Speaker, Business Leader, Author, and Podcast Host of Where Work Meets Life™, with 25 years of experience. She is a thought leader in workplace psychology, career development, and the future of work. Dr. Laura founded Canada Career Counselling and other consulting practices and is an Adjunct Professor of Psychology. A Canadian Women of Inspiration Award winner, she is dedicated to helping people and organizations thrive. She is the author of the international #1 Amazon Bestseller book I Wish I’d Quit Sooner: Practical Strategies for Navigating a Toxic Boss.
Check Out My Website: https://www.drlaura.live/
View My Speaker Reel Here: https://youtu.be/_x3-D42Umxs?si=J7iT7XIhBeUJpZPi
A Thought Leader
While completing her doctorate in 2002, Dr. Laura focused on remote leadership, predicting a shift toward more flexible and mobile work. She has continued to innovate in this space as a pioneer in the future of work.
In 2013, she co-created assessments and training programs to help organizations succeed in remote environments and co-founded Work EvOHlution™, a start-up focused on developing leaders, teams, and cultures for hybrid and remote success. The company developed the Distributed Work Profiler, featured in Scientific American as the world’s first personality profile of a remote worker. Work EvOHlution™ was recognized as one of Alberta’s most innovative start-ups by Alberta Venture magazine and was featured multiple times at the South by Southwest (SXSW) conference in Austin, Texas.
As an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Calgary, Dr. Laura collaborates with undergraduate and graduate students on research, currently focusing on the behaviors and impacts of toxic leadership.
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Laura speaks to audiences around the world on creating thriving workplace cultures, addressing toxic leadership, leading in hybrid and remote environments, and preventing burnout.
Host of the Where Work Meets Life™ Podcast
Dr. Laura launched the Where Work Meets Life™ podcast in 2020, inspired by her long-standing belief that successful workplaces require thriving humans. Through conversations with expert guests, she explores topics such as workplace well-being, career fulfillment, and advocacy, reaching listeners across Canada, the United States, and globally.
Author
Dr. Laura has contributed to numerous books and articles in the field of organizational psychology. Her latest book I Wish I'd Quit Sooner: Practical Strategies for Navigating and Escaping a Toxic Boss was released on January 13, 2026. She also co-authored Growing the Virtual Workplace in 2008.
In addition to her academic and professional writing, she is the author of two psychological thrillers, Losing Cadence and Finding Sophie. These books are currently being adapted for a television series. Through her writing, she aims to both entertain and raise awareness of critical issues such as mental health and domestic violence. She is also an advocate for ending violence against girls and women and actively supports initiatives that educate, fundraise, and drive awareness
Business Leader & Serial Entrepreneur
Dr. Laura is a passionate entrepreneur who has founded multiple successful ventures, including Canada Career Counselling and Synthesis Psychology, along with several other consulting and assessment-focused businesses. She is known for her willingness to innovate and bring creative ideas to life.
Community & Personal
Philanthropy is an important part of Dr. Laura’s life. She serves on nonprofit boards and committees aligned with her values, including co-founding the WITH HER movement to end violence against girls and women. She is also Chair on the Board of the Youth Singers of Calgary, a long-standing performing arts organization dedicated to developing confidence and leadership in young people.
Rather than striving for “work-life balance,” Dr. Laura focuses on work-life wellness—ensuring she remains energized and fulfilled across all areas of life. She lives in Calgary with her husband, Scott, and their three children, Nick, Matt, and Cadence, along with their two white, fluffy dogs. In her free time, she enjoys travel, squash, hiking, yoga, music, and downhill skiing.
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