Rob McKenna

Rob McKenna Speaking Topics

• Leadership = Trust: Aligning Individuals and Teams to the Strategy of Your Organization.

  Trust is more than just a desirable trait—it’s the driving force behind individual well-being, team innovation, and the successful development of future leaders. It fuels our performance, fosters healthy conflict, and propels us toward achieving our goals. Yet, trust isn’t built simply by talking about it; it’s forged through deliberate action.

  In this compelling keynote, Dr. Rob McKenna reveals how to cultivate trust at every level of your organization. When trust thrives, everything changes—teams move faster, engage deeper, and focus energy on mission-critical progress. When it’s lacking, potential is wasted. You’ll leave this session equipped with actionable strategies to build a culture of trust and a practical system that ensures trust becomes the foundation of everything you do. Prepare to unlock the power of trust to elevate your organization’s performance and impact.

  *This talk can be packaged with and of the ten personal assessments in the WiLD Trust Platform, or the WiLD Trust Index.

  Attendee Results:

  -A Clear Understanding of Trust in Your World: Gain deep awareness of where trust is thriving and where it's missing—in your personal life, your work, and beyond—so you can take charge of transforming those gaps into opportunities for growth.

  -Powerful, Actionable Tools for Building Trust: Walk away with practical strategies to foster trust in every conversation, using a proven methodology that nurtures the whole person and drives intentional development.

  -A Proven Path to Becoming a Trusted Leader: Learn how to create lasting trust in everything you do by aligning your actions with greater meaning and purpose. This will empower you to inspire trust throughout your team, your organization, and your leadership journey.

  -Prepare to leave inspired, equipped, and ready to build trust in ways that transform both your work and your life!

• Getting Wild About Leaders: The Future of Individual, Team and Organizational Development

  Drawing from over four decades of research and timeless wisdom, Dr. Rob McKenna introduces a groundbreaking approach to leadership development that challenges conventional thinking. In this keynote, he reveals the WiLD and countercultural paradigm of developing leaders as whole people—embracing their strengths, weaknesses, and the mistakes that fuel growth. Dr. McKenna shows how crossing the artificial boundaries between our roles at work, in our families, and in our communities is key to unlocking true leadership potential.

  In today’s fast-paced world, emerging leaders are eager to be seen, while seasoned leaders are yearning for meaningful ways to invest in others. Dr. McKenna’s research, drawn from working with thousands of leaders across cultures and industries, demonstrates what it truly means to bring our whole selves to our work and relationships. You’ll walk away with powerful insights into developing intentional growth, building deeper connections, and creating leaders who inspire and uplift those around them.

  Attendee Results:

  -A Transformative Understanding of Leadership: Gain a fresh perspective on leadership by learning how to embrace both strengths and weaknesses, using mistakes as opportunities for growth and development.

  -Practical Tools for Whole Leadership: Walk away with actionable strategies to break down the barriers between your work, family, and community roles, allowing you to lead with authenticity and purpose.

  -Increased Capacity to Invest in Others: Discover how to support and develop emerging leaders with intentionality, empowering them to reach their full potential while fostering deeper connections within your team.

  -A Blueprint for Personal and Professional Growth: Learn how to cultivate continuous learning and growth, both for yourself and for those you lead, by integrating whole-person development into your leadership approach.

  -A Lasting Impact on Your Leadership Journey: Leave equipped with the insights and frameworks needed to build a leadership style that not only inspires others but also drives lasting change across your organization and community.

Leading Under Pressure: The Art of Composure

In today's fast-paced and high-stakes environment, the ability to remain composed under pressure is one of the most critical skills a leader can possess. In this compelling keynote, Dr. Rob McKenna draws on decades of research and insights from his acclaimed book, Composed: The Heart & Science of Leading Under Pressure, to unveil the secrets of effective leadership in the face of adversity.

Through this interactive session, Dr. McKenna provides a practical roadmap for maintaining your authentic self while fostering deep connections with those who matter most—even during the most challenging moments. He emphasizes that none of us are immune to losing our composure when the heat is on, but with the right strategies, we can rise to the occasion and become the leaders our teams need.

*This talk can be packaged with the Leading Under Pressure Inventory • one of the ten personal assessments in the WiLD Trust Platform.

Attendee Results:

-Heightened Awareness of Pressure Moments: Develop a keen ability to recognize high-pressure situations as they arise, along with insight into your natural tendencies and habits in these critical moments.

-Enhanced Leadership Strengths: Identify your greatest strengths under pressure and discover targeted strategies to leverage them, empowering you to lead effectively for both yourself and those around you.

-Practical Roadmap for Development: Leave with a comprehensive system for repeatable leader development that equips you with the skills and tools necessary to remain composed in high-stakes environments.

Living a Whole and Intentional Life: Integrating Purpose, Work, and Your Whole Self

In a world that often compartmentalizes our lives into distinct roles—professional, personal, and community—Dr. Rob McKenna invites you to explore a transformative approach to living a whole and intentional life. Drawing on his extensive work with WiLD Leaders, Dr. McKenna presents a compelling framework for integrating your purpose with your work and personal life, helping you align your actions with your core values and aspirations.

Through engaging storytelling, practical insights, and interactive discussions, this keynote will challenge you to break free from conventional boundaries and embrace a whole view of leadership and life. Dr. McKenna will guide you on a journey of self-discovery, encouraging you to cultivate authentic relationships and create meaningful impact in every area of your life. Whether you’re seeking to deepen your sense of purpose, enhance your leadership capabilities, or build stronger connections with those around you, this session will provide you with the tools and mindset needed to thrive in an increasingly complex world.

*This talk can be packaged with the Purpose & Calling Inventory • one of the ten personal assessments in the WiLD Trust Platform.

Attendee Results:

-Clarity of Purpose: Gain a deeper understanding of your core values and purpose, enabling you to align your work and personal life for greater fulfillment and impact.

-Whole Person Integration Strategies: Learn actionable strategies for integrating your professional and personal lives, fostering a more balanced and intentional existence.

-Enhanced Leadership Skills: Discover how to embody whole-person leadership, creating authentic relationships that inspire and empower those around you.

-Practical Tools for Connection: Walk away with practical techniques for building meaningful connections in both your work and personal life, enhancing your ability to lead with empathy and understanding.

-A Roadmap for Continuous Growth: Leave equipped with a roadmap for ongoing personal and professional development, helping you to cultivate a life that reflects your values and aspirations at every level.

Builders and Gardeners: Increasing Trust, Performance, and Wellness Through Human Being and Human Doing

In a rapidly evolving world where the pressure to perform is ever-increasing, Dr. Rob McKenna presents a revolutionary approach to leadership that transcends traditional metrics of success. Drawing from his extensive research and writing, he explores the critical interplay between “Human Being” and “Human Doing,” advocating for a balanced approach that prioritizes trust, well-being, and genuine connection.

In this transformative keynote, Dr. McKenna likens leaders to both builders and gardeners—builders who construct frameworks for performance and gardeners who nurture relationships and foster growth. Discover how to cultivate environments where trust flourishes, performance soars, and individual well-being is prioritized. This session is not just about achieving results; it’s about redefining success through a whole person lens that embraces the humanity of leaders and their teams. Join Dr. McKenna to unlock the potential of your organization by integrating trust, performance, and wellness into your personal, team, and organization growth.

*This talk can be packaged with and of the ten personal assessments in the WiLD Trust Platform.

Attendee Results:

-A Paradigm Shift in Leadership: Gain insight into how embracing the dual roles of builder and gardener can transform your leadership style and create a thriving organizational culture.

-Trust-Building Techniques: Discover practical strategies to foster trust within your teams, enhancing collaboration and communication while driving performance.

-Wellness as a Leadership Imperative: Understand the crucial link between employee well-being and organizational success, and learn how to implement wellness initiatives that support a healthy work environment.

-Actionable Frameworks for Performance Enhancement: Walk away with frameworks that integrate trust and wellness into performance metrics, ensuring a holistic approach to achieving goals.

-Sustainable Growth Mindset: Leave equipped with a growth mindset that prioritizes human connection, emotional intelligence, and authenticity as key drivers of long-term success in your leadership journey.