Marissa Afton

Marissa Afton is currently the Head of Global Accounts at Potential Project and a Partner in the same organization. With over 25 years of experience as a mindfulness practitioner, she plays a pivotal role in leadership development and change initiatives, focusing on compassionate leadership and offering practical insights for managing challenges. Her expertise has driven significant transformations at global firms, aiding leaders and organizations in enhancing cultural excellence, performance, resilience, and innovation.

A co-author of the Harvard Business Review acclaimed works "Compassionate Leadership: How to Do Hard Things in a Human Way" and "The Mind of the Leader: How to Lead Yourself, Your People, and Your Organization for Extraordinary Results," Afton is also a prominent contributor to publications such as Harvard Business Review, Forbes, TD Magazine, and Fast Company. She has collaborated with industry giants including Apple, Google, and Cisco, focusing on amplifying employee engagement and organizational commitment. Her work spans various industries and includes partnerships with companies like Bloomberg, Eli Lilly, and Amgen to foster resilient performance and innovative growth on individual, team, and organizational levels.

As a keynote speaker, Afton delivers engaging presentations on Change, Corporate Culture, and Effective Leadership, sharing her joyful, pragmatic, and inspiring presentation style at significant events and forums including Mindfulness to Enhance Leadership Performance at Pfizer and Training the Mind to Enhance Performance at RST Forum-Human Resource Excellence Center-China. Her broad reach and deep knowledge make her a sought-after speaker globally, recognized for transforming organizations by transforming minds.