Unlock insights and ignite change with C4C’s world-class speakers.

Edie Goldberg- Future of Work and Talent Management Expert
Dr. Edie Goldberg, author of The Inside Gig (2020), is a leading expert in talent management and the future of work. With a Ph.D. in industrial-organizational psychology, she advises C-suite leaders on workforce adaptability, internal mobility, and performance strategies. A dynamic speaker, Edie delivers actionable insights on AI’s impact and workforce trends to drive organizational success.

Karen Jaw-Madson- Culture, Leadership, and Organizational Transformation Expert
Karen Jaw-Madson is a dynamic speaker and consultant specializing in culture and leadership as drivers of organizational success. A former corporate HR executive, she customizes every talk to deliver deep, transformational insights that go beyond surface-level discussions. With a portfolio career spanning coaching, consulting, writing, and speaking, Karen empowers decision-makers to leverage culture for sustainable business outcomes.

Mitch Lippman- Organizational Effectiveness Innovator
Mitch Lippman is an organizational effectiveness expert with decades of experience across tech, entertainment, and hospitality. Specializing in executive coaching, he combines insights from leadership, the arts, and behavioral psychology to help leaders adapt, innovate, and drive growth. Mitch’s approach blends operational efficiency with soft skills, empowering individuals and organizations to achieve peak performance in today’s complex business environment.

Orly Maravankin- Expert in leadership coaching and development.
Orly Maravankin is an executive coach and global consultant with 25 years of experience across various industries. A member of the International Coach Federation, she specializes in leadership development, executive coaching, and fostering high-performing work environments. Drawing from her expertise in business, brain-based coaching, mindfulness, and psychology, Orly empowers leaders to manage triggers, build resilience, and lead with emotional intelligence, helping them thrive in today’s dynamic business landscape.

Lacey Leone McLaughlin – Expert in leadership effectiveness coaching
Lacey Leone McLaughlin advises all levels of leaders with a particular emphasis on leadership transitions and leadership effectiveness coaching. She has designed, implemented and facilitated large-scale change, strategy, coaching, learning and development initiatives.

James Papiano- Thought leader in operational excellence and change management
James Papiano is a hybrid coach-consultant specializing in small to medium-sized organizations across academic medicine, professional services, and financial sectors. With a focus on long-term, relationship-driven engagements, he helps clients grow as leaders and avoid plateaus. James employs a systems thinking approach, integrating coaching with organizational consulting to drive lasting change. He values practical experience over formal credentials and emphasizes development over performance targets, prioritizing meaningful conversations and personal growth in his work.

Sally Parker- Strategic advisor on communications and leadership
Sally Parker is an organizational strategist and cultural anthropologist, specializing in transformational leadership and system design. Drawing on her diverse background in architecture and business development, she helps organizations adapt to change at the ecosystem level, emphasizing social and environmental impact. Sally’s consultative approach supports leaders in reinvention, using a holistic, interdisciplinary perspective to drive deep, systemic transformation and innovation.

Cheryl Perkins- Pioneer in innovation and business transformation
Cheryl Perkins is a seasoned growth strategy and innovation expert with over 35 years of experience, including 20 years at Kimberly Clark. She specializes in helping organizations pivot during market shifts and build resilient leadership. Cheryl’s expertise spans various industries, empowering leaders with strategic insights. She advocates for a more defined brand for C4C, focusing on actionable outcomes like collaboration and problem-solving.

Robyn Singh- Authority on equity and inclusive leadership
Robyn Singh has over 20 years of experience in leadership coaching and HR consulting, specializing in talent management and organizational development within the tech industry. As the founder of Bridgeways Consulting, she works closely with HR leaders and C-suite executives to enhance leadership capabilities, improve organizational performance, and drive growth.

Michelle Stowe- Advocate for sustainable leadership practices
Michelle Stowe is a seasoned executive coach with a background in human resources and nonprofit leadership. After serving as Chief Operating Officer at Mercy Housing, she transitioned to coaching, specializing in nonprofit leadership development. Known for her dynamic speaking engagements, Michelle works with CEOs and nonprofit leaders to navigate organizational challenges. She enjoys (and advocates for) a balanced lifestyle, blending her business with extensive travel.

Shannon Wallis- Expert in global leadership development
Shannon Wallis is a seasoned leadership development expert with a background in consulting, organizational change, and leadership roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers, Coca-Cola, and Microsoft. She focuses on empowering high-potential individuals and teams through a proactive approach to leadership. Passionate about social responsibility, she dedicates 20% of her time to nonprofits. Shannon is also the author of a book exploring leadership through personal growth.

Ken Warman- Specialist in organizational agility and resilience
Ken Warman is a leadership coach with a unique background in business, having served as CFO and COO. This business-first perspective allows him to connect with technically trained professionals, especially in finance and engineering. Specializing in high-performance teams, Ken leverages his athletic background and servant leadership philosophy to guide leaders in knowledge-based industries. His expertise supports both large enterprises and growing firms, helping leaders evolve into impactful decision-makers and team builders.

Theresa Welbourne- Researcher and strategist in employee engagement and organizational growth
Theresa Welbourne is the CEO of eePulse, creator of the first employee pulse survey technology, which measures energy to predict productivity. As an academic at the University of Alabama, she researches fast-growth firms and employee resource groups (ERGs). Theresa combines data and innovation to drive organizational success, focusing on leadership development and employee engagement strategies.

Ian Ziskin- Advisor, author and teacher 
Ian Ziskin has experience as a business and human resources leader, board advisor and member, coach, consultant, entrepreneur, teacher, speaker, and author.