“In a boardroom, classroom, keynote or on a street-corner, Dr. Rob McKenna brings a connected approach to the disconnect of life. If “real” were a language, Dr. McKenna speaks it. He is a subtle catalyst, a data-backed realist, and a real-life disruptor. I recommend him to corporate, non-profit, and any organization in need of synergy, focus, and purpose. Dr. McKenna is a game-changer. Are you ready?”
- Ann Klein, Chief Operating Officer at Engel & Völkers

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DR. ROB MCKENNA

CEO + Founder of WiLD Leaders, Creator of the WiLD Toolkit, + President of The WiLD Foundation
Author, TEDx Speaker, Featured in Forbes, Psychology Today, + Named one of the Top 30 I-O Psychologists
Listen to the Dr. Rob Mckenna’s podcast: WiLD Leaders Podcast
Subscribe to YouTube to see his regular leader development sessions, The WiLD Conversation

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Named one of the top 30 I-O Psychologists alive today, Dr. McKenna is passionate about developing leaders and about transforming the way we see the people in our organizations. As he will tell you, we have the tools at our fingertips to invest in our people in ways that are meaningful to them and will get the results we need. Thirty years of research has taught us much how people learn and grow on the job. We have what it takes to create rich learning environments for the people we lead, and all we have to do is begin to act on what we know.

Dr. McKenna brings a combination of approachability, authenticity, expert knowledge, and humor to his talks. Whether you are interested in character development, dealing with conflict, creating engaging learning cultures, or developing the next generation of leaders, his approach of getting real about what’s going on in your life and work brings people alongside him in a way that inspires change. The models he uses in his talks are based on decades of research on leadership, team functioning, organizational health, and individual development.

MOST REQUESTED SPEAKING TOPICS

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Whole + Intentional Leader Development

Seeing leaders as whole people, never shying away from the mistakes that create opportunities to learn, and intentionally crossing the superficial boundaries between our work as leaders in our families, workplaces, and communities.

A Whole Leader Reformation

A whole leader reformation is a strategic and intentional focus on the needs of leaders, and away from leadership as an abstraction from the human experience of leading and from oversimplified and reckless calls for vulnerability, compassion and authenticity. We have all the tools necessary to prepare a generation of whole leaders. All we need to do is apply what we know.

Leading Under Pressure

The power of composure under pressure and the specific strategies you can use to be a better version of yourself when it matters most. It doesn’t matter whether you are a CEO, parent, manager, or student, none of us are immune to the possibility of losing it when the pressure is on.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

Dr. Kent J. Ingle, President at Southeastern University

“Dr. McKenna is a dynamic speaker who communicates his thought-provoking ideas with passion and clarity. He’s not just knowledgeable about the topics he discusses, but he knows how to add a good dose of humor to the mix. Dr. McKenna is a talented speaker and presenter — a true master of his craft.”
Ann Klein, Chief Operating Officer at Engel & Völkers

“In a boardroom, classroom, keynote or on a street-corner, Dr. Rob McKenna brings a connected approach to the disconnect of life. If “real” were a language, Dr. McKenna speaks it. He is a subtle catalyst, a data-backed realist, and a real-life disruptor. I recommend him to corporate, non-profit, and organizations in need of synergy, focus, and purpose. Dr. McKenna is a game-changer. Are you ready?”
Greg Hunter, Digital Marketing and Advertising Executive at Google

“Dr. Mckenna is an engaging speaker who pushes normal conventions with new and thought-provoking ideas. His conversational style, mixed with humor, leaves his audiences wanting more and often begins a conversation, pushing people to ask the really hard questions. His authentic approach is refreshing.”
Jeff Smiley, Area Vice President of the West at OPTIV

“What I appreciate most about Dr. McKenna’s speaking style is his ability to use humorous stories to tie into the points he is trying to convey. He delivers them in a real and engaging manner that we all can relate to and the result is a lasting impression and a desire to hear more. Dr. McKenna speaks from both an academic and real world perspective providing additional credibility to his subject matter.”
James R. McPherson, JD, MBA, Founder and CEO Purpose and Legacy Center

“Dr. McKenna does an excellent job in assessing the audience in determining how to best exceed their expectations. His content is laced with research and practical solutions. Dr. McKenna also appropriately injects stories and humor to make his speeches more relevant and powerful.”