Kasley Killam is a Harvard-trained social scientist who says we’ve been looking after our bodies and minds — but one crucial dimension of well-being has been overlooked: our social health.
With more than a decade of research and practice behind her, Kasley has helped individuals, teams, and organizations understand why relationships, belonging, and community are not just “nice to have,” but essential for thriving, longevity, and peak performance. Her pioneering work in this emerging field has been featured by The New York Times, CNBC, NPR, and Forbes, and she advises leading organizations from Google to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
As the founder of Social Health Labs, Kasley translates academic research into real-world strategies for strengthening connection and culture at scale. In her keynotes, she reveals how to build “social fitness” — the skills and habits that drive engagement, resilience, and innovation — especially in today’s hybrid and high-stress workplaces.
Kasley’s debut book, The Art and Science of Connection, distills cutting-edge science into practical guidance for living longer, happier, and healthier lives through human connection. Event planners love her relatable, story-driven delivery and immediately actionable takeaways. Attendees walk away inspired, energized, and equipped with simple yet powerful tools to strengthen relationships — both personally and professionally.
