Embrace authenticity. Empower well-being.
Evolve your workplace.
Partnering with forward-thinking organizations to cultivate psychologically safe, human-centered leaders and cultures where authenticity, belonging, and well-being drive sustainable performance.
Meet Maggie Thompson
Founder & Principal Workplace Strategist
“I believe we spend far too many hours at work to not like what we’re doing, and who we’re doing it with.”
I’m an Industrial-Organizational Psychologist and Leadership Studies practitioner with over a decade of experience shaping leadership programs, organizational culture strategies, and workplace well-being initiatives. Through Inclusive Spaces Consulting, I help leaders and organizations design cultures that are psychologically safe, authentically led, and grounded in evidence—not buzzwords.
My approach blends research, reflection, and real-world application. Every partnership is rooted in data, empathy, and continuous learning—because culture work is human work.
Credentials & Certifications
Hogan Assessment Certification
DDI Certified Facilitator
DEI in the Workplace Certificate (University of South Florida)
M.S., Industrial-Organizational Psychology | Ph.D.-level Graduate Studies, Leadership Studies
Values at the Core
Safety
Authenticity
Belonging
Well-being
Growth
The I.M.P.A.C.T. Framework:
A Research-Informed Approach to Leadership and Culture Transformation
Identify → Measure → Plan → Apply → Check → Transform
At Inclusive Spaces, every engagement—from keynotes to culture consulting—follows the I.M.P.A.C.T. framework, a research-informed process designed to create measurable, sustainable change.
Identify: Listen deeply to uncover challenges, needs, and goals.
Measure: Assess systems, behaviors, and cultural dynamics using data and dialogue.
Plan: Co-design evidence-informed strategies and interventions.
Apply: Pilot and implement in real contexts with ongoing support.
Check: Evaluate outcomes and gather feedback for learning.
Transform: Refine, embed, and evolve successful practices.
Whether you’re developing leaders, rebuilding trust, or redefining team culture, I.M.P.A.C.T. ensures that growth isn’t accidental—it’s intentional, trackable, and transformative.
Speaking & Thought Leadership
Keynotes that Inspire Real Change
As a keynote speaker and facilitator, I deliver engaging, evidence-informed talks that spark reflection and practical action at the intersection of leadership, inclusion, and well-being. Every keynote begins with listening to your audience, challenges, and goals so the message resonates, not generalizes.
Topics include:
The Power of Self-Awareness – The foundation of authentic leadership.
The Shadow of a Leader – Understanding your influence on culture.
Psychological Safety in Practice – What it looks like in applied settings.
Professional Authenticity – Aligning who you are with how you lead
Neurodiversity 101 – Leading with curiosity, compassion, and inclusion.
Leadership Evolution Journeys
Leadership Development that Evolves with You
Designed for leaders ready to lead with authenticity and courage, the Leadership Evolution Journeys combine assessments, coaching, and practice within the I.M.P.A.C.T. framework.
Embracing Leadership Journey
(3 months – Leading Self)
Strengthen leadership identity, communication, and emotional awareness.
Empowered Leader Journey
(6 months – Leading Others)
Deepen skills in delegation, coaching, and healthy team boundaries.
Evolved Leader Journey
(12 months – Leading Systems) Shape inclusive, values-driven cultures that sustain engagement and growth.
Unlike traditional leadership coaching, these journeys integrate validated assessments, reflection tools, and applied learning—helping leaders evolve in ways that are both measurable and meaningful.
Workshops, Retreats, & Team Development
Transforming Connection into Capability
From half-day intensives to immersive leadership retreats and team building experiences, Inclusive Spaces designs experiences that help teams build trust, strengthen communication, and sustain well-being.
Research consistently links authentic communication and psychological safety to higher engagement, innovation, and retention. These sessions translate those insights into daily behaviors—so teams don’t just learn; they live the culture they want to create.
Culture & Workplace Strategy
Where Strategy Meets Humanity
Inclusive Spaces partners with organizations to assess, design, and sustain cultures through organizational development consulting that prioritizes authenticity, belonging, and well-being.
Each phase of the I.M.P.A.C.T. framework comes to life here — from identifying root causes to transforming daily behaviors into lasting culture change.
We blend qualitative insights, stakeholder feedback, and research-based tools — from needs and root-cause analyses to culture audits and focus groups — to uncover opportunities and embed long-term impact.
Culture transformation isn’t a one-time project; it’s a practice of listening, learning, and evolving together.
Grounded in Research
Evidence Behind the Evolution
Inclusive Spaces Consulting is built on decades of research in industrial-organizational psychology, organizational development, and leadership science.
Selected Meta-Analyses & Foundational Studies
Grounded doesn’t mean rigid—it means research-informed and continually evolving.
Testimonials
Their Words. Their Impact.
Explore what clients and collaborators say about our leadership development and culture transformation work.
“Maggie brings a rare blend of head and heart weaving culture, leadership, and wellbeing into something deeply meaningful and impactful. She’s a fierce champion of inclusive leadership and has helped so many of us see that wellbeing and culture aren’t separate threads; that they must be fully integrated for organizations to thrive. She leads with authenticity and isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo. She listens deeply, connects meaningfully, and brings out the best in others."
— Sr. Wellbeing Coordinator, Healthcare.
“Working with Maggie has been an inspiring experience. She has an ability to create spaces where everyone feels they belong, have a voice, and can grow without judgment. Her leadership and mentorship foster trust, authenticity, and collaboration - qualities that truly elevate each person and team. Maggie transforms how people see themselves and each other. Her dedication not only drives meaningful change but also reminds us of the power of empathy and belonging in every interaction.”
— Director of Assessment, Higher Education.
“I am grateful to have worked with Maggie at multiple organizations over the years. She skillfully combines thoughtful attention to detail with big picture strategic thinking, ensuring useful, high-quality outcomes. She’s an engaging presenter, advocate for diversity & inclusion, and an effective communicator across audiences, from the C-suite to frontline staff. She inspires others by leading with authenticity and exudes positive, forward-thinking energy.”
— Workforce & Research Specialist, Child Welfare.
“I had the pleasure of working with Maggie through our Physician Leadership Academy, where she led a phenomenal workshop on psychological safety. She developed an original, evidence-based framework that blended insights from multiple sources in the literature, and it deeply resonated with our physician leaders. Beyond her expertise as a facilitator, Maggie brings remarkable skill in program evaluation — she helped us design thoughtful tools to measure the impact of our leadership development efforts. She’s collaborative, energetic, and always elevates the work of those around her.”
— Physician, Academic Healthcare.
“What makes Maggie truly different is her unassuming power: she influences with grace, positivity, and deep understanding rather than force. Her energy is contagious, her presence deeply engaging, and her expertise in neurodiversity and organizational psychology unparalleled. She has a rare talent for translating complex human dynamics into meaningful, actionable strategies that transform teams and leaders alike. Her expertise truly resides in advocating for environments where inclusivity, belonging, and psychological safety are not just ideals, but lived experiences. Simply put: Maggie doesn’t just consult; she catalyzes growth, authenticity, and lasting change wherever she goes.”
— Heart & Vascular Quality/Accreditation Manager, Academic Healthcare.
Embrace authenticity. Empower well-being. Evolve your workplace.
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