Wendy
Gates Corbett
Be real. Be you. Belong.
Why Belonging?
Belonging:
be·long·ing | \ bi-ˈlȯŋ-iŋ , bē- \
I spotlight belonging because employees who feel included, welcome, and psychologically safe are happier, more productive, more creative, and they don’t leave!
Everyone deserves to work in a place where they know to their soul that they are connected to and respected by their colleagues and protected by a caring work environment where they are safe to express themselves fully.
To feel like we belong, we need to be:
Connected
to others and to something bigger than us
Respected
Protected
Leaders have the responsibility to make sure those they lead know to their soul that they belong.
Most Requested Topics
All topics can be delivered in person and virtually.
You Don’t Belong Here, You’re Different!
The Energy of Belonging
Building Belonging in the Workplace
Creating a Culture that Cares
Creating the Culture They Crave
7 Ways to Promote Emotional Safety
The Resilience Playbook: Strategies for Building Your Flex-Ability
7 Secrets For Making Yourself Memorable
Powerful Professional Presence
What Audiences Say
What I liked most about the program was that you showed us we all have something to share. I found the tips and the handouts most helpful. I’ve even shared them back at the office!
I had the pleasure of working with Wendy to share her perspectives on Belonging to kick off a new era of our employee resource groups and it was a true success. One employee said “Finally, I feel like someone gets me.” Her style is genuine. Her heart is compassionate. And her insights are timely. I feel fortunate to know her, and highly recommend her to any organization interested in true progress for Inclusion and Belonging.
Wendy spoke at our recent conference and it was a huge hit with the participants! She is an extremely engaging speaker, who not only effectively communicates her information, but also models the behaviors and gets participants to think about how to incorporate the skills in their future. In the time I have been attending and organizing this conference, which consists of both academics and professionals, I don’t think I’ve ever seen so many laughs, nods of agreement, and hands shoot up for questions. On top of all that, she was great to work with.
Recent Presentations
Where’s Wendy?
Select 2025-2023 Speaking Engagements
Leadership Summit
Kenco
03/25/2025
Leadership Dev Institute
Illinois College of Medicine
02/07/2025
Closing Keynote
Marriott Emerging Leaders
10/24/2024
The Energy of Belonging Keynote
Marriott Emerging Leaders
10/17/2024
Board of Directors Meeting
BCBS of RI
09/26/2024
Diversity Summit
Greater Baltimore County Medical Center
09/19/2024
ODN 9+ Research Based Practices
09ODN 9+ Research Based Practices
09/12/2024
Belonging for Senior Leaders
RTI
09/10/2024
Persuasive Presentations
Kenco
08/23/2024
Duke Engineering: Student Orientation
Duke
08/22/2024
All Hands Meeting
Blue Cross NC
08/20/2024
Slide School
Kenco
08/16/2024
Strategies to Amplify Belonging
Blinkist/Go1
08/07/2024
The Energy of Belonging
PBGC
07/31/2024
The Energy of Belonging: 9 Research-Based Ideas to Spark Workplace Community
Training Industry Conference & Expo
06/04/2024
The Energy of Belonging Keynote
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
06/03/2024
Owning A Business
ATD International Conference: Panel
05/21/2024
The Energy of Belonging
ATD International Conference
05/20/2024
The Power of "Us": 9+ Ideas to Harness the Energy of Belonging in Your Workplace
Training Officers’ Consortium Annual Institute
04/30/2024
Energizing Belonging in Your Organization
ATD Charlotte – Full Day Workshop
04/19/2024
The Energy of Belonging
ATD Charlotte – Monthly Program
04/18/2024
The Energy of Belonging - Keynote
PRIDE Life Expo
04/13/2024
The Energy of Belonging
Carolina PRIDE Business Summit
03/09/2024
The Energy of Belonging - Keynote
International Women’s Day, Aptiv
03/08/2024
The Energy of Belonging
ERG Leader Summit, Aptiv
03/04/2024
I Don't Belong Here
Marriott Emerging Leaders
02/28/2024
The Energy of Belonging
RTI Executive Team
01/03/2024
Leading Through Uncertainty
Information Security Conference Leadership Series
10/20/2023
The Energy of Belonging
Private Program: ASTM’s DEI Ambassadors
09/21/2023
Keynote: The Energy of Belonging
University of Lynchburg
08/30/2023
AM Keynote: The Energy of Belonging
Brandon Hall’s DEI Excellence Conference
06/29/2023
Keynote: Creating the Culture They Crave
Project Management Institute of NC
06/22/2023
Women as Entreprenurs: Navigating Challenges as a Business Owner
ATD International Conference
05/22/2023
The Energy of Belonging
ATD International Conference
05/22/2023
The Energy of Belonging
Clayton State University College of Health Faculty Retreat
05/10/2023
Conference Keynote: The Energy of Belonging at Work
SIM-RTP Tech Connect Conference
04/19/2023
Keynote: The Energy of Belonging at Work
LexisNexis Women L.E.A.D.ers Summit
03/21/2023
The Energy of Belonging
ATD Suncoast (Tampa, FL)
02/23/2023
Slide School: 5 Rules for Making Slides Make Sense
Sigma Nursing: Creating Healthy Work Environments Nursing Leaders Conference
02/09/2023
Conference Keynote: The Energy of Belonging at Work
Sigma Nursing: Creating Health Work Environments Nursing Leaders Conference
02/09/2023
The Energy of Belonging
CareerPro Executive Series
02/01/2023
Telling Your Leadership Story
LexisNexis Women L.E.A.D.ers Program
01/17/2023