Dancing Through Change Keynote & live flamenco showcase
Flamenco keynote performance
Not a dance class. Not just a talk. The world is shifting, and organizations need to implement change faster every day. But conventional approaches—such as planning, pushing, and control—no longer work. Instead, leaders need to anticipate the…
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Description
Not a dance class. Not just a talk.
The world is shifting, and organizations need to implement change faster every day. But conventional approaches—such as planning, pushing, and control—no longer work. Instead, leaders need to anticipate the unknown, be adaptable to the unexpected, and move people in synchrony — just like a dancer.
Drawing on her 20 years of international experience as a corporate leader, as well as her background in flamenco, Ana Lucia shares the art and science of leading with rhythm, harmony, and authenticity.
During this keynote, you will:
- hear real-life examples of applying the energy of flamenco to business
- learn how to be a leader who is trusted, and who is remembered
- understand the true power that leading with rhythm can unlock in you as a leader
Topics covered in this keynote include
- Leading organisations through transformational change
- The science of decision-making with mind and body
- The role of rhythm and synchrony in leadership
- Leading with vulnerability and authenticity
This is a 45 minute interactive keynote and live flamenco and music performance with 15 minutes of q&a with artists and Ana Lucia at the end. Ana Lucia is on stage with a guitarist and a singer, and they put on an unrehearsed performance. Throughout the talk Ana Lucia reveals science and business cases from successfully applying the principles of live flamenco to organizational change. The audience is invited to participate in the performance learning the principles through visceral experience and compelling real life stories.
Benefits
• Learn the three secrets of applying an artist’s mindset for more innovation, harmony and flow in organizational change
• Learn how to be an authentic leader who is trusted and who is remembered
• Understand how to use rhythm to unlock transformation in your company
• Experience the transformational energy of flamenco in real-time, unrehearsed, and learn how to translate that into your own work with real-life examples of applying that in business
• Interact and dialogue with Ana Lucia and her musicians to understand the true power that leading with an artist’s mindset can unlock in you as a leader.
• Awaken the artist that lies inside you by interacting with flamenco artists in a psychologically safe, judgement-free environment
Hosted by Ana Lucia Jardim
About the Host
Ana Lucia is a Portuguese-American leadership coach with 20 years of experience in healthcare, finance, and central banking, including roles as a consultant with BCG, a leader at Genentech and Roche, and a key contributor at the European Central Bank. She has built and led high-performing teams, transformed organizational cultures, and coached executives through complex changes. Ana Lucia played a pivotal role in the launch of the euro, the development of life-saving medicines, and the transformation of traditional hierarchies into agile, innovative organizations, demonstrating a proven track record of driving impactful results. With an MBA from Stanford and a background in economics, Ana Lucia combines her sharp business acumen with a unique, human-centered approach to leadership. Her diverse training in business, dance, and human development, alongside her multicultural roots, enable her to guide leaders through change with creativity, agility, and grace. Her perspective is deeply enriched by her experience studying at a professional flamenco arts school in Spain and obtaining a postgraduate degree in dance movement therapy. Now based in Portugal, Ana Lucia runs a leadership coaching practice where she helps leaders discover the artistry within themselves to navigate change with harmony, not control. A dynamic speaker and passionate flamenco dancer, she creates unforgettable experiences that demonstrate how leaders can embody rhythm and flow in the face of complexity, leaving audiences inspired to rethink leadership and transformation.
Focus Areas
Creative/CultureDevelopment/Coaching
Location
Lisbon, Portugal
Languages
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Travel Locations
United States, European Union.
Corporate Experience
Significant
Certifications & Credentials
https://www.linkedin.com/in/analuciajardim/details/education/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/analuciajardim/details/certifications/
Session Types Offered
Interactive & Passive
Past Experience Doing Sessions
Yes - Interactive
Client Requirements
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lsWjquoFp3ubpPyDc85fzIr-6G0fXMyyetoG7VC6SGU/edit?tab=t.0
Past Clients
Genentech, Roche, Bayer, Sanofi, University of California San Francisco.
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