Workplace Culture & Belonging Consultant & Keynote Speaker
Understand what people experience. Respond in ways that matter.
I provide employee listening, workplace culture and belonging consulting across Canada and internationally. I help organizations understand whether people feel heard, respected, valued and able to contribute, then translate employee insights into recommendations for leadership, policies, accessibility and everyday practices.
Your challenges. Practical assignments.
You need to understand employee experience and belonging
Projects & assignmentsEmployee listening plans, survey reviews, interviews, focus groups and facilitated consultations
Intended benefitsA clearer picture of employee experiences, barriers and priorities for improvement.
Survey findings are difficult to interpret or act on
Projects & assignmentsSurvey reviews, findings analysis, leadership briefings and action-planning workshops
Intended benefitsEvidence-informed priorities and a practical plan for responding to survey findings.
Employees need to see that their feedback matters
Projects & assignmentsPrioritized action plans, assigned responsibilities, progress reviews and employee communications
Intended benefitsVisible ownership and follow-through, so employees can see how their input informs action.
ERGs need direction, support or stronger influence
Projects & assignmentsERG setup, governance, leadership development, executive sponsor support and annual planning
Intended benefitsERGs with clear purpose, capable leaders, executive support and a meaningful role in the organization.
Workplace concerns are affecting relationships
Projects & assignmentsCulture assessments, facilitated conversations and team improvement planning
Intended benefitsBetter understanding of concerns and agreed steps to improve working relationships.
Policies and processes create unnecessary barriers
Projects & assignmentsEmployee-informed policy reviews, accessibility consultations and practical recommendations
Intended benefitsMore inclusive policies and processes informed by the people who use them.
Financial services organization
Workplace Accessibility Consultant
Conducted enterprise-wide consultations with employees using disability accommodations to identify barriers and delays between hiring and work readiness. Translated findings into recommendations for accommodation processes and new-building planning, giving decision-makers employee-informed guidance for a more seamless workplace experience.
Impact: Employee findings informed recommendations for accommodation processes and accessibility planning for a new building.
“Karen exceeded our expectations because she didn't just deliver the run-of-the-mill training. She brought our corporate values to life in a way that made them meaningful to everyone in the room and ultimately, impacted the organizational culture. Leadership and staff loved Karen's energy, her story telling approach, her real life examples, and her contagious passion for equality.”
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Deep expertise. Real-world perspective.
Karen combines executive experience with hands-on employee consultation and workplace learning. Her work examines how leadership practices, policies, technology and accessibility affect employees. She helps teams interpret what they hear and develop practical recommendations for workplace culture and belonging.
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Build the skills to put change into practice.
Consulting assignments can include individual or team coaching to strengthen leadership, communication and trust.
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I offer keynotes and workshops on employee voice, belonging and the everyday practices that shape workplace culture.
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Can you work with survey results we already have?
Yes. I can help interpret the findings, identify where further listening would be useful and facilitate practical action planning.
Can you help establish or strengthen Employee Resource Groups?
Yes. Support can include purpose, governance, leadership skills, executive sponsorship and alignment with organizational priorities.
How does belonging connect with DEI and anti-racism?
Belonging concerns whether people feel accepted, respected and able to contribute. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) connects this experience with fair opportunities and inclusive practices. Anti-racism explicitly addresses racial barriers and inequities; it remains a distinct part of the work.
Can we book you as a consultant or keynote speaker on this topic?
Yes. I support consulting assignments as well as keynotes and workshops for organizations in Canada and internationally. Use the enquiry link to discuss your project or event.
Make listening part of how your organization improves.
On our introductory call, we’ll discuss your priorities, the support you need and whether working together is the right fit.
Book a free introductory call ↗ Consulting · Fractional · Interim & contract · Full-time leadership