Laura King
Transformational Leadership & Activation Facilitator | Author of Shine Brighter | Talent Strategist
Laura King is a transformation guide for high achievers ready to lead with both impact and inner peace. With over 30,000 interviews under her belt as an executive recruiter, Laura has seen firsthand what most success stories leave out—the burnout, the imposter syndrome, the quiet question: Is this really it? Her work reveals a powerful truth: the highest-performing leaders aren’t the ones hustling hardest. They’re the ones most aligned with who they truly are.
Laura lives in Minnesota with her husband and their four children. A lifelong wellness enthusiast, she believes in moving energy through both mindset and movement. Deeply rooted in her community, Laura brings that same heart-forward presence to her local circles as she does to national audiences. Through speaking, coaching and transformational workshops, her mission remains the same: to help people rise—not by striving harder, but by stepping fully into their peak, soul-aligned self.
"I'm not here to motivate. I'm here to activate. Your people don't need another perk—they need to remember why their work matters." —Laura King
SHINE BRIGHTER: THE TALENT STRATEGY THAT CONNECTS PURPOSE TO PERFORMANCE
Today’s workforce isn’t just burned out—they’re misaligned.
Despite investing in engagement surveys, wellness perks, and leadership development, many organizations still struggle to retain top talent and sustain high performance. Why? Because employees aren't just seeking success—they’re craving alignment.
In this high-impact keynote, Talent Strategist and author Laura King delivers a fresh, results-focused framework for optimizing performance without sacrificing well-being. Drawing on two decades of executive recruiting and coaching high performers, Laura reveals how aligning roles to purpose is the most underutilized—and highest ROI—strategy for reducing turnover, boosting engagement, and creating cultures where people actually want to work.
Backed by data and brought to life through live audience coaching and interactive group moments, this session shows leaders not just what to do, but how to build teams that shine from the inside out.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Reduce Turnover by Aligning Talent to Roles That Fit. Learn how to identify and resolve misalignment before it turns into disengagement, underperformance, or resignation.
- Drive High Performance Without Burning Out Your Best People. Discover how purpose aligned employees produce better results and stay longer when their work reflects their strengths.
- Increase Engagement Without Adding Perks. Reignite motivation by helping employees connect daily work to their personal value and purpose. No ping pong tables required
Laura is an engaging speaker who mesmerizes her audience with profoundly touching and sincere messages. Her vulnerability and openness make her a must-see experience.
Debbie Schwake
Laura King connects with her audience because she understands what matters. I could feel the joy, feel the sadness, and understand the vicissitudes of life by listening to Laura.
Few people know how to genuinely and authentically connect with people. Laura's speaking skills are like sweet-sounding music. You don't want it to end.
Mike Rabon
I stand in awe of Laura King’s exceptional ability to engage and inspire her audience. The energy she brings to the room is infectious, and her genuine connection with people goes beyond being an influencer - it’s about creating a transformational experience. Laura is a true catalyst for positive change, leaving a lasting impression that resonates long after the event. I feel privileged to have experienced her inspiring presence!
Jackie Rieck, Chief Marketing Officer
