Based on science and lived experience, this keynote explores what truly makes people happy at work—and why happiness is a strategic advantage, not a soft metric. Elisa Juárez unpacks how happiness connects to retention, innovation, and performance, and shares actionable practices to embed well-being into daily workflows. Drawing from her work at SXSW, WOHASU, and with global companies, she guides leaders to create cultures where people feel safe, seen, and supported—without burning out in the process.
Elisa Juárez introduces her SPARKLE framework—a roadmap for embedding equity, purpose, and measurable impact into any organization. Through real-world stories and practical tools, she empowers leaders and teams to Start with people, Plan with purpose, Act on data, Resource to scale, Keep equity at the center, Listen & adapt, and Empower legacy. Perfect for audiences seeking to move beyond good intentions and toward real, lasting culture change.
In today’s remote and fast-paced world, relationships are often the first thing sacrificed—but they are the cornerstone of belonging and performance. In this heartfelt and research-backed session, Elisa Juárez helps teams rediscover the power of showing up for one another. Attendees leave with tools to build trust, foster inclusion, and create a culture where people feel connected and committed.
Elisa Juárez shares her journey as a Mexican-American woman navigating leadership in corporate spaces and global stages. Blending personal storytelling with professional insight, she explores how leaders can embrace intersectionality, lead with authenticity, and unlock the power of diverse lived experiences. A powerful session for affinity groups, leadership summits, or teams seeking to deepen cultural competence and empathy.
What if well-being wasn’t an add-on—but the foundation of your business success? Elisa Juárez makes the business case for happiness and inclusion, showing how employee well-being drives retention, trust, and bottom-line results. Through real data and real stories, she guides leaders to create workplaces that care for people and performance—especially in uncertain or high-change environments.
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