Rob McKenna

Dr. Rob McKenna, Founder and CEO of WiLD Leaders, is a globally recognized expert in leadership development, known for his pioneering work in building trust, driving performance, and aligning business strategy with the human side of leadership. Ranked among the top 30 most influential Industrial-Organizational Psychologists alive today and named one of the top 30 organizational culture professionals, Dr. McKenna brings decades of research and real-world experience to his work as a thought leader in developing sustainable, people-centered organizations. His innovative approaches bridge the gap between strategic objectives and the emotional and relational needs of leaders, teams, and individuals—fostering cultures where people thrive and organizations deliver results. He is also the author of two previous books: Dying to Lead: Sacrificial Leadership in a Self-Centered World and Composed: The Heart and Science of Leading Under Pressure, both of which explore the complexity and cost of leadership, offering a deeply intentional path toward wholeness.