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Siobhan Calderbank Selected as IAOTP’s Woman of the Year for 2024

Digital Journal - September 2023

While inclusion with the International Association of Top Professionals is an honor, only one female professional is selected as Woman of the Year. The Woman of the Year Award signifies IAOTP’s most outstanding female member who has exceeded excellence in her field, demonstrated professional and personal success, and has been a leader in her community. This woman has impacted people’s lives, and for 2024, IAOTP is thrilled to present this award to Siobhan.

Siobhan Calderbank selected as Top Female Visionary of the Year by IAOTP

Digital Journal - January 2023

Siobhan Calderbank, MA, CMP, PMP, CTDP, is a speaker, award-winning author, and an HR Executive for Talent Management and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. She was recently selected as Female Visionary of the Year for 2023 by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP).

Siobhan Calderbank - Female Entrepreneur to Watch

Women Entrepreneur - December 2021

Siobhan Calderbank is a dynamic speaker. an award-winning published author. recognized learning leader, an expert in change management and leadership, a DEI (Diversity. Equity & Inclusion) practitioner, and a project management professional. Siobhan has over 20 years of progressive experience in transforming businesses. leading change and developing leaders. She is an international speaker and has engaged audiences from over 70 countries at conferences, events, seminars, and planning sessions to motivate individuals to work more collaboratively.

Most Influential Female Entrepreneur 2021

Women Entrepreneur - September 2021

Siobhan has been praised for her award-winning programs. She has delivered training to raise awareness of disadvantaged groups while working with Executives to develop programs for women. 2SLGBTQ+, BIPOC. persons with disabilities, and allies. She is a member of the Inclusion Leadership Council at LCBO, serves as a Founding Member of the DEI Board at Board.org, and is a Diversity Champion for the Women’s Executive Network.

Siobhan Calderbank #BOSSLADY

Women Entrepreneur - December 2019

Siobhan began her career delivering key programs to audiences in large organizations. She then transitioned into a consulting role where she was integral in assisting senior management teams to identify performance gaps develop key leadership competencies, initiate culture change and improve overall employee engagement.

Siobhan’s many years of experience enabled her to fuse together her love of teaching and her passion for change management to become a sought-after speaker that inspires professionals and entrepreneurs to improve performance outcomes.

Celebrating Black excellence

Royal Road University - January 2023

Master of Arts in Leadership grad Siobhan Calderbank is an example to follow, especially among Black women in business.

Siobhan Calderbank: A Renowned Author, Change Management Professional, and Diversity Leader

Success Pitchers - June 2022

With over 20 years of experience transforming businesses, leading change, and developing leaders, Siobhan Calderbank has spoken internationally to diverse groups from over 70 countries at conferences, events, seminars, and planning sessions to motivate individuals to work more collaboratively and build inspirational leaders.

Fresh Starts: 5 strategies for re-evaluating your DEI program

Lifespeak - September 2022

The fall is a wonderful time of the year that generally signals a shift in our work environment and attitudes. For organizations that want to retain current talent and attract much needed diverse talent, this is a great time to re-evaluate the effectiveness of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs and identify gaps that may need to be filled.

LCBO director of talent: 'This year is all about inclusion'

Human Resources Director - May 2021

The fall is a wonderful time of the year that generally signals a shift in our work environment and attitudes. For organizations that want to retain current talent and attract much needed diverse talent, this is a great time to re-evaluate the effectiveness of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs and identify gaps that may need to be filled.

Woman of Influence | Interview with Siobhan Calderbank

Change Management Institute - November 2020

We are proud to feature our interview with Siobhan Calderbank, a woman of valour and tenacity who is elevating the field of change management and the role of Black women in leadership.

Siobhan Calderbank: Committed to help develop the careers of women and youth

Business View Magazine - October 2020

Siobhan Calderbank is an Inspirational Leader, Global Mentor, Catalyst for Change. She has over 20 years of progressive experience in transforming businesses, leading change and developing leaders. She has spoken internationally to diverse groups and to thousands of people from over 70 countries at conferences, events, and seminars, and planning sessions to motivate individuals to work more collaboratively.

Siobhan Calderbank: Leadership and Talent Development through ‘Her’ Eyes

Insights Success - June 2020

In an interview with Insights Success, Siobhan Calderbank, an experienced Director of Talent Management at LCBO shares her leadership insights, personal journey, career challenges and passion for learning. In parallel to her key role in the organization, she is also a keynote speaker, recognized Learning Leader, consultant, and award-winning author.

Siobhan Calderbank - How Leaders Influence & Lead

Woman Entrepreneur - July 2019

Siobhan began her career delivering key programs to audiences in large organizations. She then transitioned into a consulting role where she was integral in assisting senior management teams to identify performance gaps, develop key leadership competencies, initiate culture change and improve overall employee engagement.

5 Ways to Respond Effectively to Change Reactions

Masbo News - 2017

Whenever change occurs, there are always going to be various reactions. For some, change can cause fear, doubt anxiety, insecurity, or perhaps ambivalence. While for others, change means excitement, anticipating opportunities, and looking forward to a new future.

Leading Change with Resilience

Training Industry Magazine - Spring 2015

A leader’s ability to demonstrate personal resilience is arguably the most important factor when coping well during stressful situations and times of change. Since we live in a world that is constantly evolving and changing, being able to manage our own reactions to change, as well as lead others through it, is critical.

Changes that "Stick" - How to Integrate Change Management Strategies to Improve Project Success

Municipal World - November 2016

When managing projects, leaders are often tasked to implement them with little time, tight budgets and limited resources. Many time, they are asked to deliver the impossible, and yet, despite all barriers, still manage to produce a product, service or result to meet the needs of their stakeholders. Months later…

Thinking Beyond Change and Innovation Engaging People to Drive Performance During Change

Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association - Spring 2017

 Change, change and change again. For many organizations, constant change is the new reality. To remain competitive, organizations need to consistently innovate. According to studies conducted by Tech Pro Research (2015), 92% of companies recognize…

Are You the Enemy of Change?

Training Industry Magazine - November 2016

 Whenever a new training initiative launches, change occurs, resulting in various reactions. For some, change can cause fear, doubt anxiety, insecurity, or perhaps ambivalence. While for others, change means excitement, anticipating opportunities, and looking forward to a new future.

Create a Learning and Development Strategy

McLean & Company - May 2019

Delivering effective learning and development (L&D) to employees is a key driver of bottom-line results; organizations with strong L&D programs are more profitable, more productive, and have greater customer satisfaction.

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What Makes a Great Change Leader?

 To quote Heraclitus “The only constant is change”. The ability to implement change successfully is contingent on how effective the leaders in the organization are at effectively leading change. Change leadership, simply put, is the process of leading individuals through a change as seamlessly as possible. 

Sustaining Change by Achieving Critical Mass

 Most change initiatives are not simply one-time events that have a defined beginning, middle and end, but rather individual and organizational change is inherently dynamic. The reality is that most change initiatives fail. John Kotter, leading guru of change management, research suggested that only 30 percent of change programs are successful.

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These unprecedented times of change offer leaders a great opportunity to shift from directing and managing to delivering strategic value. Leaders can have an incredibly powerful impact on employee engagement, productivity and retention. Learn how to be a transformational leader and a champion for change.

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