Andrea Johnson
Andrea keeps it real—with spunk, humor, and clarity, she inspires leaders to show up with confidence, communicate with purpose, and lead from who they truly are.
Andrea Johnson delivers leadership development that is equal parts practical, powerful, and personal. With spunk, humor, and unshakable clarity, she equips leaders to stop performing and start leading with conviction—rooted in who they are. As a certified Maxwell Leadership Executive Program Speaker, DISC Behavioral Analysis Consultant, and the creator of the Intentional Optimism growth framework, Andrea brings both high-level strategy and deeply human insight to every stage, training, or workshop.
Whether she’s guiding teams through The Leadership Game, facilitating DISC-based communication workshops, or delivering keynotes on resilience, confidence, and personal leadership, Andrea creates experiences that transform the way people see themselves—and each other. Her work helps executives, founders, and team leaders elevate their communication, improve collaboration, and lead with greater authenticity and impact.
At the heart of her message is the transformative power of Core Values. Andrea teaches that honoring your Core Values is not just a nice leadership ideal—it’s the key to consistent, confident decision-making, strong culture, and sustainable impact. Her clients learn to identify the beliefs that have shaped them, challenge old assumptions, and build a leadership identity rooted in personal clarity and intentional growth.
With a professional background in graduate-level university administration, operations, and research management, Andrea brings real-world leadership experience into every room she enters—bridging strategy with empathy to foster cultures of trust and growth. Her time in complex, high-pressure environments shaped her belief that clear communication and aligned values aren’t optional—they’re essential for strong, resilient leadership.
Raised in Seoul, Korea, as a Third Culture Kid, Andrea is no stranger to navigating complexity and cultural nuance. Her global upbringing shaped her perspective, while her personal journey through adoption, family, and health forged a deep belief: emotional resilience must be earned. That belief—along with 30+ years of uncovering and honoring her own Core Values—is the foundation of her work today.
Andrea is also the host of the Stand Tall & Own It podcast, where she equips purpose-driven women to lead with confidence, clarity, and authenticity—helping listeners integrate leadership principles into everyday life.
Signature Topics & Programs Include:
- Leading from Who You Are: How Core Values Shape Confident, Impactful Leadership
- How Resilience Shapes Leadership Confidence
- The ABCs of Personal Growth: Challenging Your Assumptions, Beliefs & Conditioning
- Beyond SMART Goals: A Values-Driven Approach to Strategic Leadership
- Communication, Collaboration, & High Performance Team Development: DISC Workshop
- The Leadership Game: Strengthening Team Culture through Connection & Conversation
Andrea Johnson delivers leadership development that is equal parts practical, powerful, and personal. With spunk, humor, and unshakable clarity, she equips leaders to stop performing and start leading with conviction—rooted in who they are. As a certified Maxwell Leadership Executive Program Speaker, DISC Behavioral Analysis Consultant, and the creator of the Intentional Optimism growth framework, Andrea brings both high-level strategy and deeply human insight to every stage, training, or workshop.
Whether she’s guiding teams through The Leadership Game, facilitating DISC-based communication workshops, or delivering keynotes on resilience, confidence, and personal leadership, Andrea creates experiences that transform the way people see themselves—and each other. Her work helps executives, founders, and team leaders elevate their communication, improve collaboration, and lead with greater authenticity and impact.
At the heart of her message is the transformative power of Core Values. Andrea teaches that honoring your Core Values is not just a nice leadership ideal—it’s the key to consistent, confident decision-making, strong culture, and sustainable impact. Her clients learn to identify the beliefs that have shaped them, challenge old assumptions, and build a leadership identity rooted in personal clarity and intentional growth.
With a professional background in graduate-level university administration, operations, and research management, Andrea brings real-world leadership experience into every room she enters—bridging strategy with empathy to foster cultures of trust and growth. Her time in complex, high-pressure environments shaped her belief that clear communication and aligned values aren’t optional—they’re essential for strong, resilient leadership.
Raised in Seoul, Korea, as a Third Culture Kid, Andrea is no stranger to navigating complexity and cultural nuance. Her global upbringing shaped her perspective, while her personal journey through adoption, family, and health forged a deep belief: emotional resilience must be earned. That belief—along with 30+ years of uncovering and honoring her own Core Values—is the foundation of her work today.
Andrea is also the host of the Stand Tall & Own It podcast, where she equips purpose-driven women to lead with confidence, clarity, and authenticity—helping listeners integrate leadership principles into everyday life.
Signature Topics & Programs Include:
- Leading from Who You Are: How Core Values Shape Confident, Impactful Leadership
- How Resilience Shapes Leadership Confidence
- The ABCs of Personal Growth: Challenging Your Assumptions, Beliefs & Conditioning
- Beyond SMART Goals: A Values-Driven Approach to Strategic Leadership
- Communication, Collaboration, & High Performance Team Development: DISC Workshop
- The Leadership Game: Strengthening Team Culture through Connection & Conversation
Magnetic Leadership: Integrating Core Values for Maximum Impact
Format: 60-90 minute keynote/workshop
Summary
You’ve heard all the buzzwords before: increase engagement, create team cohesion, be an agent for change, and build a mission and vision. All are worthy goals, and there’s an endless supply of leadership books full of “how to” checklists and success principles. But how do you clear the clutter, and become the exceptional leader you were meant to be? Discover the transformative power of defining and...
Third Culture Communication - Louder Isn't Better
The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place. G. B. Shaw
What if you could tap into your greatest motivations and dramatically improve your relationships and accelerate your results?
Your individual personality affects every aspect of your life. That's why one of the bet things you can do to grow yourself and others is to understand your personality and what naturally drives you. When you recognize your...
"Beyond SMART Goals: A Values-Driven Approach to HR Strategy"
Format: 60 min Workshop
This program is perfect for:
- HR Professionals, Managers
The audience will leave with the ability to:
- Define Core Values as the beliefs and principles that define what matters most, and understand how these values shape both personal and organizational decision-making.
- Identify the connection between...
How Resilience Shapes Leadership Confidence
Format: 60-minute keynote (adaptable for workshop or breakout)
This program is perfect for:
• Emerging or mid-level leaders navigating change or uncertainty
• Executives or teams recovering from setbacks, burnout, or high-stress seasons
The audience will leave with:
• A new framework for understanding and developing emotional resilience
• Practical strategies to rebuild...
The ABCs of Personal Growth: Challenging Your Assumptions, Beliefs & Conditioning
Format: 60-minute keynote or 90-minute workshop
This program is perfect for:
• High-achieving professionals feeling stuck or unfulfilled despite success
• Teams or individuals facing mindset blocks, change resistance, or self-doubt
The audience will leave with:
• A deeper awareness of how unconscious patterns shape their leadership
• Tools to challenge limiting beliefs and...
Communication, Collaboration, & High Performance Team Development: DISC Workshop
Format: Half-day or full-day interactive workshop
This program is perfect for:
• Teams seeking to improve collaboration, communication, and morale
• Leaders aiming to strengthen team dynamics and reduce workplace conflict
The audience will leave with:
• A clear understanding of their own communication and behavioral style
• Practical strategies to adapt to and collaborate...
Leading from the Core: How Values-Based Leadership Builds Stronger Teams and Sustainable Results
Format: 45–60 minute keynote
This program is perfect for:
• Leadership retreats or strategic planning sessions
• Anniversary celebrations or organizational milestones
• Corporate teams undergoing change, growth, or restructuring
• Nonprofits seeking cultural alignment or leadership clarity
• Rural leadership programs focused on local impact and personal ownership
The audience...
Unshakable: Leading as Women Who Know What Matters
Format: 45–60 minute keynote
This program is perfect for:
• Women’s leadership events focused on clarity, confidence, and identity
• Conferences designed to inspire bold personal and professional growth
• Audiences seeking purpose-driven leadership without losing their voice
The audience will leave with:
• A clearer sense of how Core Values shape confident, grounded...
Certifications & Awards
