Talk by Advantage Partner Selen Turner connects research to real-world issues for women in leadership roles

Advantage Partner Selen Turner is leading a session at 12pm Tuesday, July 15, for the Women's Mastery Institute that connects  her doctoral research on inclusion to real-world issues for women in leadership roles.

Selen is a seasoned HR executive with more than 20 years of experience driving talent strategies across Fortune 500 companies in industries such as cruise lines, technology, manufacturing, and financial services. She is passionate about fostering inclusive workplaces, leading culture transformations, and sharing her expertise as a global advisor and speaker.

A partner at Advantage Performance Group since August of 2024, Selen advises individuals and organizations through strategic solutions that accelerate talent development, culture change, strategic HR, sales enablement, and inclusion initiatives.

She is completing her PhD in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at Grand Canyon University, contributing research on how DEI is affecting African-American women in the workplace.

Session description:

Lead With Heart and Courage: Empowered Leadership for Women Who Want to Belong and Be Bold

Too often, women leaders feel torn between two powerful needs—fitting in and standing out. The pressure to conform can quietly dim your voice, while pushing too hard to be seen can risk disconnection. But what if you didn’t have to choose?

In this transformative 60-minute experience, you’ll learn how to lead from a place of authentic power, where connection and individuality fuel each other. Grounded in Optimal Distinctiveness Theory, this session explores the invisible tension many women experience in leadership—and provides a clear path to balance.

You’ll walk away with practical tools to deepen trust, foster innovation, and express your unique voice—without sacrificing your relationships or your influence.

This isn’t about changing who you are. It’s about reclaiming the strength of who you’ve always been.

Key Takeaways:
✔ Discover the hidden dynamics of inclusion vs. authenticity that many women face.
✔ Gain confidence to express your full self while building stronger team alignment.
✔ Learn actionable strategies to cultivate team belonging and unleash bold innovation.
✔ Identify how your unique leadership style can become a catalyst for lasting impact.

This is for you if you’re ready to stop shrinking, start shining—and lead with both heart and courage.

Tuesday, July 15, at 12pm Eastern, $45 registration
Register here to attend