Lacy Dicharry, MS, MBA, CDTLF

Lacy Dicharry, MS, MBA, CDTLF, is a speaker, author, coach, consultant, and an internationally known expert in stakeholder engagement, change management, and leadership and organizational development. Over the past 19 years, her work has impacted more than 250,000+ individuals in more than 45+ countries across 6 continents, across industries including corporate, small business, government, non-profit, healthcare, and education sectors.

Lacy is a Certified Dare to Lead Facilitator, based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown, the President of the International Foster Care Organisation, and the Secretary/Treasurer of Mental Health America. She was a 2014 VOICE Award winner for her advocacy efforts to promote mental health and was named the National Association of Professional Women VIP Woman of the Year in 2016. Lacy also serves as the President for the International Foster Care Organization, and Secretary/Treasurer for Mental Health America.. Currently, Lacy is writing a book "Lived Experience Leadership: How we gain leadership skills through overcoming adversity,", and is pursuing her Ph.D. in Leadership and Human Resource Development.