Humans are the only species designed to make beauty out of suffering.

Dr. Colleen Struhar LaTendresse, PhD
Speaker | Executive Therapist | Humanist Chaplain
Founder & Director, The CoWeaving Institute

Dr. Colleen Struhar LaTendresse is redefining leadership and organizational culture through the art of Weaving—the practice of tending to the unseen dynamics that shape human connection, collaboration, and resilience. An international expert in transpersonal leadership development, executive health, and cultural transformation, Dr. Struhar LaTendresse speaks with piercing insight, warmth, and humor. Her keynotes and workshops leave audiences with not just inspiration, but tangible, sustainable strategies for deep connection and organizational healing.

“People collaborate better when Cole is around.”

• Innovative & Impactful: She brings a revolutionary approach to leadership and workplace cohesion, introducing the concept of the Weaver Leader—those who heal, build culture, and inspire collaboration.
• Globally-Informed Perspective: With experience on five continents, she weaves stories from diverse cultures, spiritual traditions, and cutting-edge research to deliver talks that transcend industries and disciplines.
• Deeply Practical: She blends science, strategy, and spirituality to equip audiences with tools that increase connection, resolve conflict, and create trust-driven organizations.
• Captivating & Transformative: She engages audiences with storytelling, humor, and raw honesty, helping them access their deepest leadership potential.

Each experience is tailored to meet the needs of your audience. Topics include:
✔ The Role of the Weaver: Transforming Organizational Culture Through Connection and Trust
✔ CoWeaving: Tending to the Underlying Dynamics of Life and Relationships

✔ Cynicism & Grief: The Hidden Forces That Shape Leadership
✔ Shame as a Catalyst for Weaving Trust and Transformation
✔ Invisible Leadership: The Sacred Work of Weavers
✔ Boundaries for Leaders: Mastering Energy, Authority & Connection

✔ Weaving Humanism: Spiritual Care Beyond Belief

The Cost of Disconnection: Workplace conflict, burnout, and low morale cost U.S. businesses over $359 billion annually. Stress, absenteeism, and disengagement erode productivity, retention, and innovation. Traditional leadership models fail to address these deeper challenges. You don’t need another consultant—you need a new perspective.

Dr. Struhar LaTendresse introduces the Weaver Leader—a vital role within organizations that fosters deep connection, reduces workplace silos, and transforms culture. She provides leaders with tools to expand their Sight beyond historical limitations, unlocking unseen possibilities for collaboration, trust, and visionary success.

Dr. Struhar LaTendresse is a licensed executive therapist and Humanist Chaplain, specializing in helping high-impact leaders heal relationship wounds, shift outdated strategies, and unlock deeper connection and influence. With a PhD in International Psychology (Global Leadership & Organizational Systems), she has consulted for corporations, non-profits, and government agencies, helping them build thriving cultures of trust, healing, and innovation.

A seasoned traveler and seeker of human wisdom, she has studied under diverse spiritual and indigenous teachersworldwide. Her work bridges the mystical and the practical, blending good science, deep insight, and a fearless commitment to truth-telling.

Are you ready to introduce a bold, transformative voice to your event or organization? Dr. Struhar LaTendresse brings depth, vision, and practical wisdom that inspires lasting change.

📍 Available for Keynotes, Workshops, & Executive Retreats (In-Person & Virtual)

Let’s build a world where leadership becomes art, culture becomes alchemy, and vision becomes reality.