Dr. Rafael Chiuzi

Keynote Speaker | Toronto, Ontario

Organizational Psychologist
Assistant Professor & Organizational Behavior Expert

Dr. Rafael Chiuzi Expertise Business & Corporate, Business Growth, Business Management, Employee Engagement, Employee Management, Leadership and Change, Strategic Thinking, Consultants & Coaches and Higher Education, Campus & University.

Dr. Rafael Chiuzi

About Dr. Rafael Chiuzi

Dr. Rafael Chiuzi is an organizational psychologist, researcher, and educator specializing in leadership, organizational behaviour, and change management. He serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto Mississauga and teaches in the Global Leadership Development Program. With more than 15 years of international experience, Dr. Chiuzi has advised Fortune 500 companies in implementing effective human resource and organizational development strategies. A two-time TEDx speaker, published author, and member of the University of Toronto Mississauga Campus Council, Dr. Chiuzi is recognized for advancing the practical application of psychological contracts and leadership identity in corporate and academic contexts.

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DR. RAFAEL CHIUZI BIOGRAPHY

Dr. Rafael Chiuzi is an organizational psychologist, educator, and researcher whose work focuses on leadership, organizational behaviour, and change management.

He currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto Mississauga, where he teaches organizational behaviour, leadership, and global business. His teaching emphasizes how behavioural science and psychology can help organizations achieve long-term sustainability, resilience, and engagement.

Dr. Chiuzi also teaches in the Global Leadership Development Program at UTM and serves as a guest professor at FDC Business School in Brazil, one of Latin America’s leading executive education institutions.

His research explores the science behind human behaviour in organizations, particularly through the concept of psychological contracts — the implicit agreements that define mutual expectations between leaders and employees.

Dr. Rafael Chiuzi’s doctoral thesis at the University of São Paulo examined the application of psychological contracts to leadership and team dynamics, highlighting how trust, identity, and commitment influence performance and retention.

He also holds a master’s degree in health psychology from Methodist University of São Paulo, along with certifications in Advanced Leadership and Change Management from the London School of Business and Finance and PROSCI certification in Change Management.

Dr. Chiuzi’s academic background is complemented by over 15 years of practical experience as a management consultant for organizations across North America, Europe, and South America.

He has advised Fortune 500 companies and public institutions on leadership succession, organizational design, and change management initiatives that align people strategy with business performance.

His consulting work focuses on helping organizations navigate transformation by fostering trust, collaboration, and psychological safety within teams.

Dr. Chiuzi is a published author and researcher in the fields of organizational behaviour, human resources, and leadership development. His work has contributed to the advancement of leadership identity theory and the understanding of behavioural dynamics in complex environments.

He is also a two-time TEDx speaker, recognized for translating scientific research into practical tools that leaders can apply to inspire performance and engagement.

As a member of the University of Toronto Mississauga Campus Council and vice-chair of the Campus Affairs Committee, Dr. Chiuzi contributes to governance, academic policy, and institutional development within the university.

He regularly delivers sessions for corporations, universities, and associations worldwide on leadership, change management, and human behaviour in the workplace.

Dr. Rafael Chiuzi’s teaching and consulting are grounded in evidence-based practice, bridging the gap between academic research and real-world business application.

He has become a trusted voice in organizational psychology and leadership development, offering actionable insights for teams and leaders adapting to the modern workplace.

His passion for combining theory with practice continues to influence leaders who seek to create purpose-driven, resilient, and high-performing organizations across the globe.

Dr. Rafael Chiuzi Topic Presentations

Dr. Rafael Chiuzi Toronto, Ontario, Canada delivers keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A, and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences and event formats.

Unlocking Innovation: The Critical Role of Psychological Safety in High-performance Teams

Navigating the New Era of Work: The Science Behind Engagement, Alignment, and Talent Retention in Today's Workforce

Mastering the Art of Transformation: A Behavioral Approach to Change Management

Leading Change in Turbulent Times: Strategies for Resilient and Adaptive Organizations

Building Disruption-proof Organizations: Strategies for Employee Retention and Organizational Resilience

Forging the Future: Leadership Development Across Generations

Capitalizing on Talent: Transforming Human Capital into a Competitive Edge

Shaping the Future: Cultivating an Adaptive and Welcoming Workplace Culture for Enhanced Stakeholder Engagement

Mentoring Masters: Elevating Organizational Performance

Dr. Rafael Chiuzi Books & Articles

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Dr. Rafael Chiuzi Speaking Testimonials

"Dr Rafael Chiuzi has a solid understanding of organizational psychology and is very skilled in applying this knowledge in real-time to create positive change. His methodical, yet flexible approach allows him to analyze challenges from multiple angles and provide insightful solutions. Rafael is a great communicator, a talented coach, and a true professional. It is a pleasure to have to opportunity to work with him."

Paul Di Ginosa [CHRP]

HR Director
Canadian Bearings

"My daily interaction with Dr Rafael Chiuzi is enriching. I see a very organized, methodical and knowledgeable professional who has set clear objectives for himself and his family. He is an example to those who want to drive and grow their horizons in a new world or even in the next! He is very reliable, and honest and has excellent people assessment aptitudes. Rafael is an expert in Organizational Development!"

Vikash Bungsy, M.A. HRM CHRP, CHRL

Vice President Human Resources
Telos Touch

"I had the opportunity to work with Dr Rafael Chiuzi for about two years, during a talent training program at Itaú bank. Rafael helped us to better think about our careers, giving us advice and making us reflect on how to build our map of professional goals. Dr Rafael Chiuzi is a very competent professional, has great skills to deal with people, good communication and has great competence for career guidance. He is one of the better professionals that I worked with."

Bruno Sant’Ana

IT Manager
Itau Bank

"Dr Rafael Chiuzi was my executive coach in the talent management program sponsored by Sabesp (The largest Sanitation Company in Brazil). Rafael displayed a lot of knowledge during our interactions in the executive coaching process. He demonstrated competence in bringing up sensitive issues without being rude, and most important: always had the ability and respect to talk about professional situations in that I used to have difficulties. Particularly, I will never forget how he actively helped me realize my career priorities and set the goals for my professional future. To summarize, I would not hesitate if I had the opportunity to work with him again."

Daliana Lucena

Manager
Sabesp

"I had the fortunate pleasure of meeting Rafael during a Leadership Development Programme in London. What struck me about Rafael, was his deep passion for psychology and how this can be applied in a meaningful way to bring about changes for aspiring leaders. We had many insightful conversations about some of the pitfalls of psychological theory as well as what contemporary (positive) psychology can offer leadership development programmes. Dr Rafael Chiuzi has huge amounts of academic and practical input to these kinds of conversations."

Luke Minshall

Organizational Development
Arimo Consulting LTD

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