Robyn Penner Thiessen

The workplace is changing, and leaders who fail to adapt will struggle to keep up. Leading effectively today requires the skills and capacity to engage, support, and empower diverse teams. In this thought-provoking talk, Robyn Penner Thiessen explores why inclusion is no longer a nice-to-have—it’s a leadership imperative. Through real-world examples and practical insights, she challenges leaders to move beyond good intentions and build the awareness, agility, and relational skills needed to foster trust, collaboration, and innovation. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of what it takes to lead in a rapidly evolving world—and the tools to start making meaningful change today.

Power and privilege shape every workplace, yet they often go unseen or unspoken. In this insightful and engaging session, Robyn Penner Thiessen helps leaders and teams develop the awareness and skills needed to recognize, navigate, and use power responsibly. Through real-world examples and practical strategies, participants will explore how privilege operates in professional settings, how it impacts decision-making and team dynamics, and how leaders can foster more equitable, high-trust environments. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of their own influence, practical tools for inclusive leadership, and the confidence to create spaces where all voices are valued and heard.

Unconscious bias influences decisions, interactions, and workplace culture—often in ways we don’t realize. In this engaging and thought-provoking session, Robyn Penner Thiessen helps leaders and teams identify hidden biases, understand their impact, and develop practical strategies to mitigate them. Through real-world examples and interactive discussions, participants will explore how bias affects hiring, promotions, collaboration, and everyday decision-making. Attendees will leave with greater self-awareness, actionable tools to challenge bias, and the confidence to foster a more fair, inclusive, and effective workplace.