Dr. Shade Kolade

Dr. Shade Kolade

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Winnipeg, Manitoba

Leadership | Business Strategist | High Performance Coach | Transformation | Author

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  • Business & Corporate
  • Business Growth
  • Innovation & Creativity
  • Marketing & Branding
  • Business Management
  • Business Ethics & Values
  • Change Management
  • Leadership
  • Leadership and Change

DR. SHADE KOLADE BIOGRAPHY

Dr. Shade Kolade is the Founder and CEO of The Leadership Synergy Institute. She is a beacon of inspiration and empowerment in a world where businesses and careers are complex, uncertain, and challenging. Her empowerment journey started early in life and was born to an astute businesswoman who engaged her in entrepreneurship and critical decision-making. Guided by her mother’s resilience and grit, Dr. Shade Kolade embraces a legacy that surpasses professional accomplishments, influencing her approach to personal and professional issues.

Dr. Shade Kolade has expertise as a Research Professor, Leadership Consultant, speaker, and coach. She leverages her extensive knowledge and passion to help individuals and organizations reach their full potential. Her contributions to leadership development, community building, and STEM education position her as an inspiration for success and transformation. Dr. Shade Kolade is recognized and celebrated for her significant contributions to academia, community engagement, and leadership consulting, establishing her as a visionary and catalyst for positive transformation.

As the principal consultant at the Leadership Synergy Institute, Dr. Shade Kolade drives initiatives to foster the growth of individuals as impactful leaders. The institute’s transformative programs, including the “Leadership Accelerator Program” and the “Course Creation Accelerator Program” on their online coaching platform, actively reshape the lives, careers, and businesses of professionals, entrepreneurs, and corporations. These initiatives reshape professionals, entrepreneurs, and corporations’ lives, careers, and businesses. The institute’s core value, “Uplifting Expertise and Cultivating Leadership,” mirrors her dedication to developing influential and dynamic organizations.

Dr. Shade Kolade has multiple advanced degrees, including a PhD in Microbiology. She is a recipient of the distinguished Titular Fellowship, and a certified Leadership Coach, Speaker, and Trainer with the John Maxwell Team, Dr. Shade’s work benefits from her diverse experience as a university professor, scientific researcher, and leader in various corporate and government departments.

Her international and multicultural experiences elevate Dr. Shade Kolade’s corporate and academic skills. As a black Canadian, she deeply understands the intricacies of embracing multiple cultures and the interplay of their values and perceptions. This understanding is the foundation for her approach, inspiring innovation and cultural transformations in the organizations she partners with. Her expertise in communication, leadership development, and thought leadership makes her an exceptional communicator.

Dr. Shade Kolade has received numerous nominations and awards, including the 2024 Corporate Vision’s Canadian Business Awards and the 2024 Global Business Insight Awards, in recognition of her business acumen and thought leadership. Her journey is not just professional; it’s deeply personal, shaped by her unique experiences and their profound impact on her life. Her role in the “Succeeding as a Black Woman in Canada” Project stands out among her initiatives, showcasing her dedication to inclusivity and transformative leadership. This project empowered over 100 immigrant women in Canada, resulting in a remarkable 30% increase in career advancement and a 52% boost in participants’ confidence levels.

Dr. Shade Kolade envisions a future that involves making a significant impact that would influence policies on social inclusivity, transforming workplace cultures, community building, and compassionate leadership. Through keynote speaking engagements focused on transformational leadership principles, she carefully designs topics to encourage, empower, and stimulate transformative thinking. Dr. Shade Kolade is engaging and impactful presentations draw from her diverse experiences in academia, community engagement, and leadership consulting, inspiring audiences to take meaningful action.

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Dr. Shade Kolade Topic Presentations

Silencing the Inner Critic: Mastering Impostor Syndrome for Personal and Professional Excellence: Empowering Self-confidence and Overcoming Impostor Syndrome

Leadership Unleashed: Navigating Complexity With Confidence: Embracing the Challenges of Leadership in A Dynamic World

Cultivating Inclusive Leadership: Shaping the Future of Work: Building Diverse and Empowered Teams for Lasting Success

Mastering Difficult Conversations: Transform Conflicts Into Growth: Navigating Conflict With Grace and Constructive Communication

Effective Remote Team Collaboration: Navigating the Virtual Workspace Together: Building Strong Connections in the Digital Realm for Optimal Team Performance

Stress Management and Well-being at Work: Finding Your Zen in the Workplace: Navigating Workplace Stress for Enhanced Productivity and Well-being

Strategic Excellence: Crafting A Business Strategy for Long-term Success: Unlocking the Power of Purposeful Planning in Today's Competitive Landscape

Career Evolution: Navigating Paths To Professional Growth: Strategies for Advancing Your Career in A Dynamic Landscape

The Art of Connection: Mastering Essence of Meaningful Relationships: Building Authentic Connections for Personal and Professional Success

Dr. Shade Kolade Speaking Testimonials

I would like to thank Dr. Shade Kolade for her excellent workshops. She completed two for our finance staff and both were very informative. She had such a great energy emitting from her, that made both our groups comfortable in getting her message across. We are very privileged to have met her, given how intelligent she is and she is very easy to talk to and approachable in all aspects. The workshops were very informative and easy to comprehend and the material she had given us was wonderful and useful not only in our workplace, but in everyday life and for that we thank her. We would definitely recommend her for public speaking as well as putting on workshops for all walks of life and...

Edward Dysart

Accounts Payable
Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation Family & Community Wellness Centre

Dr. Shade Kolade Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Dr. Shade Kolade Keynote Speaker delivers customized and tailored keynote presentations, workshops, and training sessions on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique and are designed for a variety of audiences, industries, conferences, and event formats.

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