Sonia Layne-Gartside is an accomplished global consultant, coach, author and bungee jumper. A cheerleader of people and ideas, she holds certifications as a DEIA Specialist, Master Trainer™ in Leadership, Advanced Change Manager and Strategist. She has been co-creating with corporations for the past 15 years, helping leaders to champion the behaviors that create a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse culture. As well as facilitate more inclusive, compassionate, and effective communication and action around DEIA. Sonia is an International Speaker and author of the book Workplace Anxiety: How to Refuel and Re-Engage. Her undergraduate degree is in Business Management and her master’s degree is in Education. In acknowledgement of her work and innovative practices, Sonia was recognized as the 2021 “Leader of the Year” by the Pittsburgh Human Resources Association’s (PHRA). She describes herself as full of energy, enthusiasm, and determination, a problem solver and a wide achiever. Her Superpowers are providing clarity and empowering people to act.