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Thrive Through Change


Real stories, practical tools, meaningful growth for people and organizations

Denise Wozniak

Keynote Speaker,
Communication Coach

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Do you find that...

some people cling to

 "this is the way we've always done it"...

as if it's a life raft..?

Why?

Because comfort feels safe, and anything new feels like
risk, effort, or someone else’s agenda.

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There is a way forward..

Denise equips leaders and teams with
practical tools and clear strategies that 
turn hesitation into momentum,
where CHANGE is embraced.

By shifting outdated habits and opening up new ways of thinking,

organizations begin to see change not as a threat, but

as an opportunity to grow and serve their clients better.

This is how we can

Thrive Through Change.

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Meet Denise Wozniak

In both my Human Resources career and advisory board experience, I've witnessed how divisions often stall progress and collaboration, perpetuating an "Us versus Them" mindset. Overcoming and understanding resistance from those unwilling and fearful of change has been and still is a significant challenge.

After being inspired by Harvard’s Dr. Jonathan Mann’s call toward unity and shared objectives, it became evident that to achieve goals, whether in healthcare, associations, unions, or any organization - even in personal relationships - we need to embrace a mentality which recognizes that change can lead to better outcomes.

I'm committed to empowering individuals and organizations worldwide with transformative tools and communication practices to bridge divisions, cultivate connections, and drive meaningful impact.

Together, let's adopt a THRIVE THROUGH CHANGE mentality and create POSITIVE GROWTH.

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Some people inspired by Denise

Be Ready to

THRIVE THROUGH CHANGE

Create a more united community

with Denise's framework

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Recognize Negative Thinking

Become aware of thinking traps and behaviour in everyday life. What influences are producing a "resistance" mentality? What emotions and narratives can emerge to form bias?


Explore Another Way

View a THRIVE THROUGH CHANGE mindset as a chance to bridge gaps,

and build stronger, more balanced communities and relationships.

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Embrace A New Approach

Make deliberate choices that contribute to a collective future. Promote understanding and empathy, find common ground and shared goals, while respecting differences. Cultivate opportunities for humanity and interconnectedness. Commit to building a THRIVE THROUGH CHANGE universal philosophy.

Denise is a captivating speaker and really gave us a new perspective.

We’ve walked away with full hearts and a lot of reflection that we’ll carry on for the rest of our lives.

Eva Siu

Marketing Manager

How can we work together to achieve your goals?

Different topics through diverse formats for various people

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Thrive Through Change Mindset

Denise Wozniak’s presentation is a call to action for a shift from a biased, resistant mentality, to a unifying “Thrive Through Change” mindset.


Denise’s experience in high revenue corporations, associations, non-profits, and on boards, has proven to her that thinking traps and biases can hinder productivity, mutual respect, and effective team dynamics. Denise provides actionable strategies and tools to build healthier, more vibrant, creative workspaces, where people are respected and understood, feel safe, where  accountability for actions is upheld, and a positive future is collectively envisioned.

This presentation is perfectly suited for leaders and organizations who:

  • Want their team(s) to engage with enthusiasm and a sense of responsibility

  • Need to improve communication, understanding, and mutual respect

  • Want their team(s) to work together toward shared and common goals

  • Seek strategic tools to assist in embracing change

​The audience will leave with:

  • Proactive solutions that shift perspectives and awareness

  • Resources that enhance collaboration and growth

  • An understanding of how meaningful conversations can deepen connections and relationships

  • A new work culture that fosters positivity and productivity

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Available as a:

Keynote

Training

Workshop

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Denise is an engaging speaker able to relate the wisdom from her own personal experiences and learnings with humor, cheerfulness and a unique approach to interacting with an audience.

Jim Brown

Forestry, Lands, Natural Resources Manager

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Beyond The Bounce

Denise Wozniak’s presentation is for leaders and teams who want resilience that goes deeper than “getting through it.” Drawing from her lived experience navigating profound loss, sudden change, and rebuilding life from the ground up, Denise shows that real resilience isn’t about bouncing back — it’s about moving forward with purpose.

Through her work in Human Resources, her leadership in national organizations, and her own journey of navigating invisible challenges, Denise demonstrates how adaptability, strategic thinking, and honest communication can transform a crisis into a turning point.

In this practical and inspiring presentation, audiences discover how to reframe setbacks, make values-led decisions under pressure, and build the emotional stamina to thrive through uncertainty. Denise equips teams with tools they can use immediately, rooted in both lived experience and positive psychology.

This presentation is ideal for leaders, associations and organizations who:

  • Want a practical and human understanding of resilience grounded in lived experience

  • Seek strategies for adapting to unexpected change with clarity and confidence

  • Wish to strengthen team connection, trust, and communication during stressful periods

  • Desire to cultivate a culture where people can be honest about challenges and still feel valued

  • Are ready to move beyond “coping” and toward long-term, purpose-driven growth

Audience Takeaways:

  • A clear understanding of how real resilience is built — not by bouncing back, but by choosing what comes next

  • Practical tools for navigating change, uncertainty, and high-pressure environments

  • Strategies to use invisible struggles (their own or others’) as catalysts for empathy, communication, and smarter planning

  • Real-world examples of how purpose, clarity, and supportive leadership transform setbacks into sustainable success

  • A renewed sense of direction and possibility, grounded in the knowledge that resilience is a learned skill, not a personality trait

In Person

Virtual

Available as a:

Keynote

Training

Workshop

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Effective Communication

With over 25 years of experience as a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, and communications coach, Denise Wozniak highlights the profound impact that speaking, storytelling and listening skills have on leadership, team dynamics, and personal relationships, within and outside times of crisis. Her presentation explores the nuances of communication, demonstrating how our words and listening skills can either build strong bridges or create unintended barriers.

This presentation is tailored for leaders and teams who wish to:

  • Uncover the often-overlooked aspects of dialogue that can undermine effective leadership

  • Foster team input and collaboration through enhanced communication practices

  • Recognize the importance of transparency and its influence on achieving positive outcomes

  • Master the art of storytelling to inspire and motivate others on a deeper level

Participants will leave with:

  • Actionable strategies to elevate communication within their organization/team/personal lives

  • Tools to build respect as leaders, while fostering stronger, more authentic relationships

  • Enhanced skills for communicating effectively in all areas of their lives

  • Practical techniques for storytelling that inspire, connect, and influence

In Person

Virtual

Available as a:

Keynote

Training

Workshop

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