Lisa Carter-Bawa, PhD, MPH, APRN, ANP-C, FAAN, speaks on leadership, authenticity, and what it means to lead from your soul—not just your role.

Her talks blend behavioral science with personal story, offering audiences both the research and the lived experience behind transformational leadership.

Her keynote "Lost in Translation: The Gap Between What We Say and What Patients Hear" challenged the audience to change how we talk and change the public discourse in lung cancer.

Watch: Lost in Translation

Delivered at the 9th Annual ACS National Lung Cancer Roundtable Meeting in Atlanta, GA (12.09.2025)

Speaking Topics

  • Soul to Soul Leadership: Leading with Authenticity and Presence

    What happens when leaders stop performing and start being present? This talk explores the shift from role-based leadership to soul-centered leadership—and why it changes everything.

  • Lost in Translation: Bridging Research and Real-World Impact

    How do we close the gap between what science knows and what communities experience? Lisa shares the barriers, the breakthroughs, and what it takes to truly reach people.

  • Finding Gold in the Cracks: Turning Wounds into Wisdom

    Inspired by the Japanese art of kintsugi, this talk explores how our struggles become our credibility—and why the leaders we trust most are often the ones who've been broken open.

  • The Quiet Art of Realignment: Reconnecting with Yourself to Lead Others

    For leaders who feel successful on paper but disconnected from their sense of purpose. A reflection on slowing down, listening inward, and leading from alignment.

About Dr. Lisa Carter-Bawa

Lisa Carter-Bawa, PhD, MPH, APRN, ANP-C, FAAN, is a behavioral scientist, national thought leader, and creator of Soul to Soul Leadership. Dr. Carter-Bawa brings both scientific rigor and soulful presence to the stage—helping audiences rethink what it means to lead with authenticity and purpose.

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