Translating psychology into powerful tools to
strengthen CONFIDENCE,
COMMUNICATION
and leadership
IN THE WORKPLACE
Workplaces don’t fail because people don’t care. They fail because people are burned out, afraid to speak up, and quietly doubting themselves.
As a psychologist, former C-suite executive, and leadership coach, Dr. Kasi Lacey delivers keynotes that get to the root of performance - translating psychology into clear, practical strategies leaders can use immediately.
By challenging cultures that reward overwork, silence, and perfectionism, Dr. Lacey equips leaders and teams to build confident, psychologically healthy workplaces where people speak up, engage fully, and perform at their best.
trusted by Leaders, CEOs, HR, Event Planners, and Organizations
erin m.
“Dr. Lacey is an energetic, engaging, and inspiring speaker. I left feeling empowered and knowing that I had the tools to make positive changes in my life.”
★★★★★
kathryn w.
“Dr. Lacey's ability to immediately tap into our organization’s values and how we can translate that into values-based leadership was extremely valuable."
★★★★★
From boardrooms to breakout rooms, Dr. Kasi Lacey has partnered with diverse organizations to lead with impact, foster psychological safety, and build
unshakeable confidence.
The Confidence Gap at Work: What It Costs Organizations and How to Fix It
Confidence isn’t a personality trait; it’s a performance driver. When capable employees hesitate to speak up, delay decisions, or over-prepare out of fear of getting it wrong, organizations pay the price through slowed execution, missed opportunities, and disengagement.
In this keynote, Dr. Kasi Lacey breaks down the psychology behind the confidence gap at work and how leaders can help their employees take initiative, make decisions faster, and become stronger leaders.
who this is for:
+ Organizations navigating change, decision-fatigued leadership, or high-potential employees not stepping fully into their roles
+ Leadership conferences, internal development programs, and women’s leadership initiatives
+ Teams ready to move beyond surface-level confidence training to real behavior change
audience takeaways:
+ Identify how self-doubt, perfectionism, and imposter syndrome quietly reduce productivity and innovation
+ Recognize leadership behaviors and organizational norms that reinforce hesitation and over-functioning
+ Shift from confidence-as-motivation to confidence-as-skill using repeatable frameworks
+ Strengthen leadership presence without promoting ego, overconfidence, or burnout
Safe to Speak, Ready to Perform: Why People Don’t Speak Up at Work and How Psychological Safety Drives Results
Silence at work is rarely about lack of engagement; it’s a survival response. In environments shaped by stress, hierarchy, and past consequences for speaking up, employees learn when it’s safer to stay quiet.
In this keynote, Dr. Lacey explores the psychology behind workplace silence and why psychological safety is not a “nice-to-have,” but a critical driver of performance, innovation, and accountability. This session equips organizations to reduce fear-based silence and build teams that speak up, solve problems faster, and perform at a higher level.
who this is for:
+ Organizations experiencing low engagement, breakdowns in communication, or resistance to change
+ Leadership summits, DEI initiatives, organizational culture events, and strategy rollouts where buy-in and execution matter
+ Companies undergoing transformation, growth, or restructuring, where trust and open communication directly impact results
audience takeaways:
+ Understand psychological reasons employees withhold ideas, feedback, and concerns
+ Identify common leadership behaviors that unintentionally shut down communication
+ Build psychological safety and encourage productive dissent, ownership, and problem-solving
+ Create meeting, feedback, and decision-making norms that invite participation and innovation
Work Shouldn’t Feel Like a Bad Situationship: Burnout, Boundaries, and Building Sustainable Teams
Too many workplaces operate like unhealthy relationships, with high expectations, unclear boundaries, and the belief that exhaustion equals commitment. In this keynote, Dr. Lacey challenges this belief and reframes burnout as a leadership and systems issue.
Leaders learn how to model healthy boundaries, set clear expectations, and build team cultures that support sustained high performance without sacrificing well-being. This session helps organizations move from cycles of burnout and resentment to clarity, trust, and sustainability.
who this is for:
+ Organizations seeing signs of burnout, rising turnover, or declining morale among high performers
+ Employee wellbeing initiatives, leadership off-sites, healthcare, education, and mission-driven organizations where burnout is especially prevalent
+ Companies that want practical, psychologically grounded solutions, not surface-level self-care talks
audience takeaways:
+ Recognize hidden psychological patterns that drive burnout and overwork
+ Understand how boundary issues show up at both the individual and organizational level
+ Shift from reactive, always-on cultures to sustainable performance models that maintain results
+ Retain high performers by addressing burnout before it leads to disengagement or turnover
Leadership Is Lonely, But It Doesn’t Have to Be: The Psychology of Networks, Mentorship, and Influence at Work
Leadership often looks independent from the outside, but is rarely sustainable in isolation. Many high-performing leaders, especially women, carry responsibility alone, unsure how to build the right professional relationships or underutilizing the networks they already have.
In this keynote, Dr. Kasi Lacey reframes networking as a leadership skill, shows how mentorship, sponsorship, and peer networks directly impact confidence and career sustainability, and offers a clear, psychologically grounded framework for building and leveraging networks to support long-term leadership success.
who this is for:
+ Organizations focused on leadership development, women’s leadership initiatives, succession planning, and retention of high-potential talent
+ Leadership conferences, executive programs, employee resource groups, and professional associations where connection, influence, and career sustainability matter
audience takeaways:
+ Understand why leadership often feels isolating and how patterns like self-reliance, over-competence, and fear of burdening others reinforce it
+ Identify why women underutilize their networks despite having strong relationships and how workplace norms shape that behavior
+ Shift from transactional “networking” to relationship-building rooted in reciprocity, influence, and trust
+ Build authentic support systems and leverage networks ethically and effectively to navigate leadership challenges, visibility, and advancement
How audiences describe Dr. Lacey's talks
"Engaging and relatable."
"Relatable conversations for young professionals."
"Her dedication to empowering women in the workplace is motivating, and her words left us all feeling capable and ready to take on any challenge."
"An unforgettable and impactful experience!"
"Her impact will carry our staff through the rest of the school year with renewed energy."
"Deeply rooted in practical advice for women navigating and excelling in today’s professional environments."
"Inspiring, eye opening, and memorable."
+ Professional Keynotes
+ Interactive Workshops
+ Panel Moderation or Emcee
+ Retreats and Team Off-Sites
+ Podcast Guest Appearances
+ Custom Sessions for Women in Business, Leadership, Higher Education, and Nonprofits
Each experience is tailored to your audience, goals, and event structure to ensure meaningful, lasting impact.
and performance.
Whether she’s on stage, on camera, or in a boardroom, Dr. Lacey's mission is clear: help women lead unapologetically and help organizations build thriving, inclusive, and psychologically safe environments.
She blends the science of psychology with actionable leadership strategies to deliver high-impact, transformative keynotes and training that leave audiences inspired and equipped to take action.
With 15+ years of experience as a C-suite executive in higher education and a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, Dr. Lacey is known for her relatable, energizing speaking style and her deep understanding of what it truly takes to cultivate confidence in leadership - especially for women navigating high-pressure roles.
Dr. Lacey is a nationally recognized psychologist, author, keynote speaker, and confidence coach who empowers women and workplaces to lead with confidence.
about dr. kasi lacey
When you book Dr. Kasi Lacey, you’re investing in a transformational experience that ignites confidence, connection, and
cultural change.
shay j., william woods university
Dr. Lacey has a remarkable ability to connect with her audience, balancing actionable advice with uplifting words of encouragement. Her commitment to fostering both personal and professional growth is exactly what our students need when preparing for the next phase of their lives. Thank you, Dr. Lacey, for such an unforgettable and impactful experience!
"Dr. Lacey’s presentation was not only incredibly inspiring but also deeply rooted in practical advice for women navigating and excelling in today’s professional environments."