Heather E. McGowan is a globally recognized Future of Work strategist, keynote speaker, and best-selling author who helps organizations and leaders adapt to rapid change. Named by LinkedIn as one of the “Top Voices in Leadership,” Heather advises companies around the world—including The World Bank, Google, Accenture, Dell Technologies, and JPMorgan Chase—on how to prepare people and cultures for the accelerating pace of transformation.
Heather’s groundbreaking work explores how technological, societal, and generational shifts are reshaping the nature of work and leadership. Her message is clear: in a world of continuous disruption, learning and adaptability—not efficiency—are the new competitive advantages.
As co-author of The Adaptation Advantage and The Empathy Advantage, Heather equips audiences with both data-driven insights and deeply human perspective. Her keynotes blend research, storytelling, and actionable frameworks that inspire audiences to lead with curiosity, empathy, and courage.
