Burnout Expert & Workplace Trainer; Best-Selling Author of "Women Who Ignite"; Executive Presence & Communications Expert at The Corporate Refinery

Anaheim, CA, USA

Colleen Hauk Biography

Colleen Hauk, founder and CEO of The Corporate Refinery, is a sought-after communications expert and keynote speaker with a passion for developing top talent and helping companies grow their leadership pipeline. In 15 years as a corporate executive, she learned first-hand the impact communication can have on individuals, teams and a company’s bottom line when executed well. She also saw the powerful missed opportunities when communication went poorly.

Hauk has a background in education and business development, most notably as a team leader for a shopper intelligence and media company. Today, she focuses on helping global and mid-sized organizations shift how they develop high-performers and leaders to build a solid leadership pipeline, retain top-tier talent, and sustain excellence across the organization through maximizing their skills in communication and executive presence.

Over the past two decades, Hauk has studied human behavior, elite performance, leadership, and communication. Her expansive background coupled with an inspirational approach gives her the unique skillset to produce and deliver custom-tailored programs that give leaders and teams the necessary hardcore, tactical skills along with the soft skills to maximize results.

Hauk is also an executive coach and the co-author of two books, including the bestseller, "Women Who Ignite." She’s the creator of the popular LinkedIn Learning course, Improving Your Leadership Communications. She is a multiple-time contributor to Forbes and delivered her keynotes and trainings to Fortune 500 companies and organizations such as Dell, Pfizer, Panasonic, Merck, and New York Life.

Hauk served on the Advisory Board for University of California, Riverside Women in Leadership Program. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Services from California State University, Fullerton; a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from California Polytechnic University, Pomona; and Certified Professional Coaching certificate from Success Coach Institute.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 07/13/2025.

Colleen Hauk Speaking Topics

  • Turning Intentions Into Outcomes

    Effective communication is the cornerstone to determine organizational performance. Discover the strategies to convert your well-intentioned communication into one that delivers impactful outcomes and drives your organization and business forward.

  • The 5-Star Leader: Become the Manager Who Leaves a Legacy

    Through her own 20-year journey, Colleen Hauk has created a unique framework for leadership that will help you become the confident, effective leader who leaves a legacy that lives beyond their time. You'll discover how to transform yourself, then your team to create a cohesive culture that delivers results, even when the stakes are high.

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Colleen Hauk Videos

Burnout Awareness for High Achievers | Colleen Hauk

Burnout Awareness for High Achievers | Colleen Hauk

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Colleen Hauk, Workplace Expert, Interview

Colleen Hauk, Workplace Expert, Interview

When You're on the Verge of Burnout

When You're on the Verge of Burnout

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Colleen Hauk is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Turning Intentions Into Outcomes, The 5-Star Leader: Become the Manager Who Leaves a Legacy, Breakthrough the Promotional Pipeline and The ‘And’ Life: Beating Burnout Without Quitting Your Job. The estimated speaking fee range to book Colleen Hauk for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Colleen Hauk generally travels from Anaheim, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Laura Putnam, Libby Gill, Kristel Bauer, Cheryl Cran and Amelia Rose Earhart. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Colleen Hauk for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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