What the best leaders and organizations in the world understand is that adversity is a powerful force that can refine our character, wisdom is not automatically gained from challenges, and individuals that can identify and articulate lessons learned and then apply them in real-world scenarios gain the leading edge. And in this session, Amanda Lindhout shares exactly how to cultivate a resilient mindset to effectively see challenges as assets and navigate the uncertainty we’re faced with every day of the week.

Amanda’s Adversity Unlock reflects on the 460 days she spent as a hostage, enduring unimaginable hardships and being kept in the dark, to overcoming the challenges of a PTSD diagnosis. She has trained herself to look for inherent growth opportunities despite unimaginable struggle and has built the framework we can all apply to navigate change, adversity, and uncertainty around us. 

Today, Amanda is recognized as an expert in trauma recovery and healing. A New York
Times bestselling author and sought-after speaker, she shares powerful insights that
bridge science, lived experience, alternative therapies, and practical healing strategies.
Her story is not just about surviving trauma—it’s about understanding it, moving beyond it, and finding the tools to truly thrive.

Sharing wisdom gained from the challenges she has over enhances teamwork and leadership within the complex teams and systems we work in. By embracing the lessons of the Adversity Unlock, leaders can better create a culture of resilience that not only benefits their personal development but also strengthens their teams and organizations.