In this episode, Emily Carlson sits down with Carrie Gallant, founder of the Gallant Leader Institute, for a deep and thoughtful conversation on human design, leadership, and negotiating with authenticity.
Carrie shares her journey from Vancouver, BC to launching her company focused on empowering women executives to lead boldly and negotiate with confidence—both in the boardroom and beyond.
Together, Emily and Carrie explore:
- What human design is and how it can influence your leadership style
- Why understanding your energetic blueprint can lead to more authentic decision-making
- The connection between self-awareness, negotiation, and empowered leadership
- Carrie’s personal story of reinvention and creating a business with purpose
Despite a few tech hiccups in previous attempts (third time’s the charm!), this conversation is full of meaningful takeaways, laughs, and the kind of real talk you can expect from Powered by Authenticity.
About Carrie:
Carrie Gallant is an author, lawyer turned strategic advisor, and the CEO of The Gallant Leader™ Institute, where C-Suite and executive women leaders navigate high-stakes conversations and negotiations, transform impostor feelings and elevate their executive presence, so they can confidently own their seat at the boardroom table without compromising their values, authenticity or personal life.
Carrie is coauthor of Conversation Secrets for Tomorrow’s Leaders: 21 Obvious Secrets Leaders Do Not Use Enough, an Amazon #1 Hot New Release in Business Leadership.
She is certified in Conversational Intelligence®, Authentic Leadership Conversations™ and Authentic Leadership for Teams™ and a certified Imposter Syndrome Informed Coach™.
A former lawyer and executive, Carrie was adjunct professor at the University of British Columbia for nine years, and taught previously at the Universities of Toronto and Windsor, and York University.
She was invited by The White House to speak about pay equity at a national conference on women’s equality.
You can reach Carrie at carrie@gallantsolutionsinc.com.
You can also find her at www.GallantLeader.com, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram (@GallantLeader).
Emily Carlson is a trailblazing executive, mentor, and international #1 best-selling author in the Healthcare IT and technology consulting industry. With a 30-year career spanning Information Technology, Project Management, and Digital Transformation, Emily has been at the forefront of leveraging technology to drive innovation, optimize healthcare operations, and enhance patient outcomes. She is recognized for her expertise in leading complex IT initiatives, delivering best-in-class solutions, and helping organizations achieve strategic growth through technology-driven transformation.
Beyond her executive leadership, Emily is a passionate advocate for equity and inclusion in technology. She is the creator and host of Powered by Authenticity, a podcast on a mission to elevate equity and inclusion for women everywhere. Each episode delivers insightful, inspiring conversations with remarkable individuals who are redefining success on their own terms. The show dives into their stories, shares valuable resources for those ready to start or re-start their professional journeys, and explores the unique challenges and triumphs they’ve encountered along the way. Join us for empowering stories and actionable insights that remind you that your path forward is as bold as you make it.
Emily’s thought leadership extends beyond the microphone—she is a highly sought-after keynote speaker at national and international technology and leadership conferences. Her keynote topics address not only emerging tech trends, digital transformation, and mentorship, but also the broader needs for leaders in every career vertical. She provides valuable insights into adaptive leadership, workplace innovation, and strategies for driving inclusion, engagement, and long-term success across industries. Her ability to connect with diverse audiences and inspire action makes her a transformative voice in leadership conversations.
Among her many accolades, Emily was honored as one of Consulting Magazine’s Top Women Leaders in Technology, Excellence, and Innovation in 2021. In 2022, she was named Mentor of the Year, recognizing her unwavering commitment to supporting and uplifting women in technology. She is also an international #1 best-selling author, further solidifying her role as a thought leader and advocate for meaningful change.
When she’s not leading in the tech space, Emily channels her creative innovation into crafting wildly inventive cocktails, extreme charcuterie boards, and outlandish pies. A lifelong Buffalo Bills fan, she cherishes every moment spent with her family.
