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Dr. Lena Sarda

PhD
Health and Wellness Educator
Freelance
Country or state 
Canada (Ontario)
Available to 
Global
City 
Toronto
Fee 
Languages 
English
Volunteer
Yes
Timezone 
America/Toronto

Personal Details

Bio

Dr. Lena Sarda is a dynamic international speaker, author, and leading expert in effective leadership, wellness, organizational development and transformational learning. With a powerful presence on global stages across North America and Asia, Lena is sought after by visionary entrepreneurs, corporations and top-tier academic institutions for her ability to drive transformational results and cultivate inclusive leadership, excellence and resiliency.

With a multidisciplinary background spanning the public sector, corporate world, and beyond, Dr. Lena brings a rare blend of depth, heart, and strategy - empowering people and organizations to unlock their full potential. She is known for delivering powerful keynotes and dynamic learning experiences globally. Additionally, she brings a unique blend of insight, strategy, and practical tools that empower individuals and organizations to thrive.

A leading authority in education and training, Dr. Lena specializes in the design and delivery of high-impact, results-driven programs from executive coaching and team development to mindset mastery and organizational culture. Her approach is both holistic and deeply practical, rooted in science, strategy, and lived experience.

With extensive knowledge in mental health, wellness and resiliency building, Dr. Lena is a trusted voice in the global conversation on equity, diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing. She works with clients to build psychologically safe workplaces and implement strategies that supports both employee well-being and peak performance. Her passion lies in fostering collaboration and empowering individuals and organizations to thrive, while creating sustainable growth and positive outcomes.

Specialties:

✔️ Inclusive & Psychologically Safe Leadership

✔️ Mental Fitness & Resiliency

✔️ Organizational Wellness & Culture (include Employee Mental Health)

✔️ Transformational Learning, Training Design and Evaluation

✔️ Equity & Inclusion Strategies

✔️ Team Development & High-Performance Strategies

✔️ Mindset & Change Leadership

Current position (3)

Health and Wellness Educator

Freelance

High Performance Mindset Coach

Freelance

Senior Leadership Advisor

Ontario Public Service

Degrees (4)
Doctorate, Education
University of Toronto
2012 to 2020
Master of Social Work
University of Toronto
2008 to 2009
Psychology
McMaster University
2000 to 2005
Social Work
McMaster University
2000 to 2005

Presentations

Presentations (1)
Numerous Presentations Available. See description for more information.

✔️ Inclusive & Psychologically Safe Leadership
✔️ Mental Fitness & Resiliency
✔️ Organizational Wellness & Culture (include Employee Mental Health)
✔️ Transformational Learning, Training Design and Evaluation
✔️ Equity & Inclusion Strategies
✔️ Team Development & High-Performance Strategies
✔️ Mindset & Change Leadership

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Expertise (37)

Leadership
Health & Well-being
Education
Business
Other
Effective Leadership Psychologically Safe Leadership Mental Fitness Resiliency Organizational Wellness employee mental health Adult Learning Asynchronous Learning Blended Learning Training Activity Based Learning Building a meaningful curriculum Curriculum Design Evaluation Methods Program Evaluation Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Evidence-Based Research Executive Team Building Build Effective Teams Brain-based Performance Breaking Mental Performance Barriers Confidence-Driven Performance Drivers that Optimize Brain Performance Hack your body to peak performance High Performance Coaching High Performance Mindset High Performance leader High performance teams Change Management Organizational Change Management Humanizing Change Management Empowering Women

Clients

City of Hamilton
University of Toronto
McMaster University
Mohawk College of Applied Arts & Technology
Conestoga College
Hamilton Police Services
Hamilton Centre for Civic Inclusion
No Hate in the Hammer
Burlington Public Library
YMCA India
University of Faisalabad
Barbara Schlifer Commemorative Clinic
Hamilton Community Legal Clinic
The Well
Public Health Services
Leer Solutions

Awards & certifications (7)

Mental Health First Aid Certification
Mental Health Commission of Canada
2023
Fitness Instructor Specialist Certification
Canfitpro
2023
Healthy Eating & Lifestyle Certificate
Canadian School of Natural Nutrition
2024
Mindfulness-Based Wellness and Resiliency Certificate
Centre for Mindfulness in Public Policy
2023
Trauma Informed Somatic Practitioner - Level 1
Trauma Informed Practice Institute
2024
Trauma Informed Somatic Practitioner - Level 2
Trauma Informed Practice Institute
2024
Foundations of Professional Coaching
Human Kinetics
2025

Reviews

Testimonials (2)
  • We brought Lena in as a speaker to lead a session on leadership development, and the impact was immediate. Her deep understanding of leadership principles, coupled with engaging presentation style, made the session both insightful and practical. Lena not only helped our team gain a better understanding of effective leadership, but also provided actionable strategies that we could implement right away. The way she linked mental performance, wellness, and leadership was truly unique, and it resonated with everyone in the room. If you're looking for a speaker who can elevate leadership skills within your organization, we highly recommend Lena.
    Miriam
  • Dr. Lena spoke at one of our events on the power of mindfulness and how it impacted performance. It was a defining moment for our team. Her approach was both refreshing and practical, equipping our staff with tools to manage stress and stay focused in high-pressure situations. We were able to take what we learned and improve productivity, collaborate better, and have a renewed sense of balance. Dr. Lena delivers real value in a way that resonates long after the session ends.
    Jordan Mitchell
    Leer Solutions
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