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Unlocking Creative Leadership: Redefining What It Means to Be Creative in HR
Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026 Beginning at 9:30 AM
Session Duration
1.0

Session Description
When many people think of creativity, they picture painters, musicians, or inventors. But in HR, creativity is something much broader—and far more essential. Creativity shows up in how HR professionals navigate complexity, foster belonging, coach leaders, address conflict, and design environments where people can thrive. This session challenges the narrow stereotype of creativity and highlights the practical, everyday creative strengths that are core to effective HR leadership. Participants will explore skills such as adaptation, organization, hospitality, curiosity, and improvisation—abilities that shape culture, strengthen relationships, and enable teams to grow and innovate.

Through reflection and discussion, HR professionals will identify the unique creative strengths they bring to their work and learn how to leverage those strengths to inspire others and lead with greater clarity and impact. The session also examines how creative leadership supports growth, helps teams respond to feedback, and opens new opportunities for engagement and development across the organization. Whether you naturally see yourself as creative or have never claimed the label, you’ll leave with tools to apply creativity intentionally and confidently to your HR practice.

Session Speaker

More About Michael O'Donnell

Mike O’Donnell, Vice President and Executive Coach at Integrated Leadership Systems, is a passionate advocate for helping people discover their true purpose and identity. With over 20 years of experience as a teacher, mentor, and coach, Mike has dedicated his career to unlocking potential within leaders at every level.

An artist at heart, Mike brings creativity and depth to his approach – guiding others to see leadership not just as a skill, but as an expression of who they are. He thrives on creating space for people to uncover the truth and power of their own story, leading with authenticity, vision, and courage.

A gifted speaker, presenter, and trainer, Mike is known for his engaging presence and transformative insights. He is also a published author whose work inspires others to integrate faith, purpose, and creativity into their personal and professional lives.

Married for over 20 years, Mike and his wife are together raising six incredible kids.