Colleen Hauk

Colleen Hauk

Keynote Speaker: Burnout Expert & Workplace Trainer; Best-Selling Author of "Women Who Ignite"; Executive Presence & Communications Expert at The Corporate Refinery

Colleen Hauk Biography

Colleen Hauk, founder and CEO of The Corporate Refinery, is a sought-after communications expert and keynote speaker with a passion for developing top talent and helping companies grow their leadership pipeline. In 15 years as a corporate executive, she learned first-hand the impact communication can have on individuals, teams and a company’s bottom line when executed well. She also saw the powerful missed opportunities when communication went poorly.

Hauk has a background in education and business development, most notably as a team leader for a shopper intelligence and media company. Today, she focuses on helping global and mid-sized organizations shift how they develop high-performers and leaders to build a solid leadership pipeline, retain top-tier talent, and sustain excellence across the organization through maximizing their skills in communication and executive presence. Over the past two decades, Hauk has studied human behavior, elite performance, leadership, and communication. Her expansive background coupled with an inspirational approach gives her the unique skillset to produce and deliver custom-tailored programs that give leaders and teams the necessary hardcore, tactical skills along with the soft skills to maximize results.

Hauk is also an executive coach and the co-author of two books, including the bestseller, Women Who Ignite. She’s the creator of the popular LinkedIn Learning course, Improving Your Leadership Communications. She is a multiple-time contributor to Forbes and delivered her keynotes and trainings to Fortune 500 companies and organizations such as Dell, Pfizer, Panasonic, Merck, and New York Life. Hauk recently served on the Advisory Board for University of California, Riverside Women in Leadership Program. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Services from California State University, Fullerton, a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from California Polytechnic University, Pomona, and Certified Professional Coaching certificate from Success Coach Institute.

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Colleen Hauk Speaking Topics

Beating Burnout Without Quitting Your Job

Women left the workforce at a 27% higher attrition rate than men in 2020 due to the increased challenges of balancing career and personal life. In this session, you will learn to meet life's demands and beat burnout.

Now What? A 'Start Where You Are' Framework for Leading with Impact

Through her own 15-year personal leadership journey, Colleen has created a unique framework for leadership that will help you become the confident, effective leader you were meant to be. You'll discover how to transform yourself, then your team to create a cohesive culture that delivers results, even when the stakes are high.

Engaging Virtually: How to Influence Others When You're On Video

More than half of workers are doing other things during virtual meetings so how do you keep them engaged softhey listen to your message? You'll learn how to immediately create real connection, demonstrate your professionalism, and create a distraction-free environment.

Colleen Hauk Videos

Burnout Awareness for High Achievers | Colleen Hauk
Colleen Hauk, Workplace Expert, Interview
When You're on the Verge of Burnout

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How much does it cost to book Colleen Hauk for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Colleen Hauk, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Colleen Hauk are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Colleen Hauk, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Colleen Hauk speak about?

Colleen Hauk is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Human Resources, Work-Life Balance, Leadership, Female Leadership, Business Leadership, Consulting, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Women's Empowerment, Future of Work, Futurism, Innovation and Corporate Culture.

Where does Colleen Hauk travel from?

Colleen Hauk generally travels from Anaheim, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Colleen Hauk?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Colleen Hauk for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Colleen Hauk for your next private or corporate function.

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Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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Colleen Hauk is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Human Resources, Work-Life Balance and Leadership. The estimated speaking fee range to book Colleen Hauk for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Colleen Hauk generally travels from Anaheim, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Cheryl Cran, Libby Gill and Laura Putnam. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Colleen Hauk for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Colleen Hauk Speaking Topics

  • Beating Burnout Without Quitting Your Job

    Women left the workforce at a 27% higher attrition rate than men in 2020 due to the increased challenges of balancing career and personal life. In this session, you will learn to meet life's demands and beat burnout.

  • Now What? A 'Start Where You Are' Framework for Leading with Impact

    Through her own 15-year personal leadership journey, Colleen has created a unique framework for leadership that will help you become the confident, effective leader you were meant to be. You'll discover how to transform yourself, then your team to create a cohesive culture that delivers results, even when the stakes are high.

  • Engaging Virtually: How to Influence Others When You're On Video

    More than half of workers are doing other things during virtual meetings so how do you keep them engaged softhey listen to your message? You'll learn how to immediately create real connection, demonstrate your professionalism, and create a distraction-free environment.

Colleen Hauk Videos

Burnout Awareness for High Achievers | Colleen Hauk
Colleen Hauk, Workplace Expert, Interview
When You're on the Verge of Burnout
Story Strategy Expert: Colleen Hauk
Colleen Hauk Speaker Reel
  • How do I book Colleen Hauk to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Colleen Hauk for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Colleen Hauk, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Colleen Hauk or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Colleen Hauk for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Colleen Hauk, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Colleen Hauk are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Colleen Hauk, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Colleen Hauk speak about?

    Colleen Hauk is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Human Resources, Work-Life Balance, Leadership, Female Leadership, Business Leadership, Consulting, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Women's Empowerment, Future of Work, Futurism, Innovation and Corporate Culture.
  • Where does Colleen Hauk travel from?

    Colleen Hauk generally travels from Anaheim, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Colleen Hauk?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Colleen Hauk for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Colleen Hauk for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Colleen Hauk or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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