Harvard-trained researcher and bestselling author Shawn Achor is one of the world’s top experts on happiness and positive psychology in the workplace. His work shows how small mindset shifts can spark meaningful transformation across teams and organizations.

In his keynote, “The Ripple Effect: How to Make Positive Change Easier,” Shawn explains why information alone doesn’t lead to transformation — people need “activation energy” to turn intention into action. Backed by neuroscience and psychology research, he shows how individual mindset and behavior can influence others, creating a ripple effect that fosters collaboration, optimism, and sustained change.

Through compelling stories and real-world examples, Shawn reveals how anyone can become a “lightning rod for change”—helping their teams embrace new ideas, adapt more easily, and build a positive culture where progress spreads naturally.

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