Laura Goodrich

About Laura Goodrich

Top Global Thought Leader in the Future of Work, Organizational Change, Culture, and Technology. Nominee for America’s Best Business Coaches Pioneer in scalable digital learning—co-led design, production & global distribution of 14+ acclaimed virtual programs.I help leaders and organizations navigate uncertainty and accelerate adoption by driving behavioral change at scale. Creating a Mindset for Change—our AI-augmented coaching system—combines neuroscience-backed stories, reflection, accountability, and performance frameworks that deliver measurable transformation.Future Dynamics - Strategic Transformation ConsultancyFounder | Transformation Strategist | Executive CoachI serve as a guide and partner to senior leaders through inflection points, acquisitions, and high-stakes change, aligning vision, values, and strategy to reduce resistance, stabilize culture, and create forward momentum where ambiguity is costly.GWT Next - Distribution OrganizationCo-Founder, Author, ProducerAt GWT Next, we license customizable transformation solutions. Creating a Mindset for Change, used by leaders in 126 countries, now AI-augmented and relied on by EY, IBM, Cognizant, and Tata Consultancy to proactively prepare leaders and teams for change.Stimulyst - Transformation Strategist & Senior Executive CoachAt Stimulyst, I was an executive partner to senior leaders and entrepreneurs navigating inflection points and critical initiatives. Consistently the platform’s most-requested executive coach, guiding 120+ leaders and entrepreneurs and driving transformative revenue growth, strong client retention, and elevated brand reputation through strategic, outcome-focused coaching.Facilitated proposal clinics, storytelling labs, and strategic working sessions, helping participants refine pitches and align on growth plans.Delivered Al masterclasses helping leaders identify opportunities and adapt strategy in volatile markets. Why it matters:35% of the transformation value is lost at launchAnother 20% disappears in Phase 2Top-performing companies capture 74% in Year 1 (McKinsey)Our AI-Augmented system delivers:🧩 Cinematic microlearning stories🧩 Reflection prompts🧩 Accountability tools🧩 Strategic action steps🧩 Measurable progress trackingKey outcomes: Accelerate adoption Foster innovation Secure enterprise buy-in Scale critical initiatives efficientlyLet’s connect if you’re ready to build transformation from the inside out. l••••@gwtnext.com | 95••••••16

Experience

1. Certified Coach

   Aqai - Adaptability Assessments & Coaching

   Dec 2021 — Present · London, GB

   As a Foundation Certified Practitioner with AQai, I am committed to their mission: to inspire & empower every human with the skills to adapt and thrive. Ensuring no one is left behind in the fastest period of change in history. Transforming the way employees, teams and organizations thrive in change. AQai is a pioneer in organizational adaptability to support the development of highly adaptable employees, safeguarding careers, unleashing potential, and protecting the future of their organizations.#CreatingAMindsetForChange-EmbracingAdaptability #RemoteLeadershift-EmbracingAdaptability#FutureOfWork #Transformation #WorkforceTransformation #Culture #Change #EmergingTech #ReSkilling #Upskilling #ExplosivelyFastBusinessTransformation #ai

Education

• Corporate Coach U

  Corporate Coaching Certificate, Corporate and Executive Coaching

  1999 — 2000

• AQAI

  AQ Foundation Coach Practitioner, AQai - Adaptability Assessments & Coaching

• Corporate Coach U

  Advanced Corporate Coaching Skills Certificate, Corporate Coaching

  2000 — 2000

• Crisis Text Line

  Crisis Counselor Certificate , Crisis Counseling

  2017

• Positive Intellience

  Positive Intelligence Coach Training

• University of Minnesota

  Bachelor of Science Degree, Training/ Organizational Development

  1983 — 1988

Skills

• Culture Change
• Leadership
• Social Networking
• Management Development
• Managing Change
• Training
• Management Consulting
• Change Leadership
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Talent Management
• Video
• Change Management
• Leadership Development
• Future Trends
• Team Building
• Management
• Strategy
• Global Strategy
• Strategic Planning
• Human Resources
• Thought Leadership
• Motivational Speaking
• Workshop Facilitation
• Instructional Design
• Staff Development
• Public Speaking
• Employee Engagement
• Presentation Coaching
• Executive Development
• Performance Improvement
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Creative Direction
• Coaching
• Emotional Intelligence
• Personal Development
• Career Development
• Entrepreneurship
• Organizational Change
• Executive Coaching