Elizabeth Markle

Community as Medicine

Healthcare systems are at a crossroads, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. This dynamic keynote invites participants to reimagine health through the lens of connection, community, and equity. Drawing on her groundbreaking work with Open Source Wellness, Dr. Elizabeth Markle shares powerful stories, proven strategies, and an immersive experience of “Community As Medicine.”

This flagship session is more than a keynote—it’s an experience. Attendees will:

• Generate energy and vitality through interactive activities.
• Engage in meaningful, vulnerable connections with others.
• Pivot toward creation, exploring the big questions about purpose, culture, and transformation.

The result? A room of participants who feel seen, heard, and empowered to create lasting change in their organizations and communities. 

Community Culture: Restoring Joy, Purpose, and Connection at Work

Across industries, professionals are feeling exhausted, disconnected, and disillusioned. The solution isn’t just better policies or wellness initiatives — it’s something deeper and more transformative: Community Culture.

In this powerful and experiential keynote, Dr. Elizabeth Markle reveals how fostering a culture of connection, authenticity, and psychological safety can revitalize teams, reduce burnout, and create workplaces where people thrive. By blending human-centered leadership with actionable strategies, she guides organizations toward a new paradigm — one where joy, purpose, and collective care become the foundation of a healthier, more vibrant workplace.

Key Takeaways:

• How to create a culture of psychological safety and authentic connection
• Strategies to reduce burnout and restore meaning in work
• Designing workplaces that prioritize wellbeing, trust, and collaboration
• Harnessing the power of collective energy and creativity to drive change

This keynote is more than a presentation — it’s an invitation to reimagine what’s possible in your workplace, starting with the people who make it all happen.

The Art of Transformation: The Science and Soul of Human Change

What truly sparks transformation in individuals, teams, and organizations? Is it knowledge? Inspiration? Willpower? Research shows that lasting change doesn’t come from information alone — it comes from experience.

In this compelling and deeply insightful keynote, Dr. Elizabeth Markle unpacks the active ingredients of transformation — the fundamental forces that move people beyond insight and intention into meaningful, sustained change. Blending psychology, behavioral science, and real-world wisdom, she reveals what actually works when it comes to personal growth, leadership, and culture change.

Key Takeaways:

• The essential elements that drive real transformation in individuals and teams
• Why most change efforts fall short—and what makes the difference
• The role of connection, vulnerability, and purpose in catalyzing change
• How to move beyond inspiration and into sustained action

This keynote isn’t just about talking about transformation — it’s about understanding what truly makes it happen. Audiences will leave with a clearer vision and tangible insights into how to create meaningful change in their own lives, teams, and organizations.