“I have had the privilege of partnering with Lori on several leadership initiatives, and I can confidently say she is one of the most strategic, empathetic, and forward-thinking leaders I have worked with. Lori embodies authentic leadership at every turn. I feel incredibly fortunate to have collaborated with such a remarkable woman.
Her approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and integrity, qualities that are unfortunately rare in corporate leadership. Lori demonstrates that AI can never replace the unique and special impact of human-centered leadership.”
— Rosemarie Gadea, Strategic Business Partner US and Latin America
at Center for Creative Leadership
“Lori is the kind of leader people want to have. Smart, strong, and strategic balanced with kindness, passion, and empathy.”
— Dr. Michael Crane, Director at Radius Global Cities Network
“I’m happy to recommend Lori Adams-Brown, who has done an exceptional job as the Director of Global Talent Development. During the time I worked alongside her, I saw firsthand how she played a key role in rolling out a new leadership training program that received rave reviews from participants all over the world.
Lori’s exceptional listening skills and natural empathetic nature allowed employees at all levels to connect with her. They felt comfortable opening up and sharing their thoughts, which provided us with valuable insights into areas we could target for improvement. Her initiatives not only promoted personal growth but also sparked positive changes throughout our organization.
What really stood out to me was her encouraging and upbeat attitude, which is no small feat in the fast-paced tech world we operate in. Her ability to maintain that positivity made her a true gem in our team.
I genuinely believe that Lori’s expertise and dedication to talent development would make her a fantastic addition to any organization.”
-Dawn Fresquez, Training Supervisor at Hyve Solutions, a TDSynnex Company
“Lori's leadership style is rooted in empathy, compassion, and integrity - values that are uncommonly seen in corporate leadership. She's inspired me to be an advocate for myself, shown me how to be resilient against adversity, and to never exchange my values for anything. Speak up, sponsor, and lead with the heart. So lucky to be led by a wonderful woman who gives me hope for the future of work. Lori proves AI can never trump over something so unique and special as a human-centered leadership.”
-Riana Batistiana, Learning & Development Specialist at Hyve Solutions, a TDSynnex company
“I've had the privilege of serving alongside Lori Adams Brown on the How Women Lead Silicon Valley Executive Board, and she’s the kind of leader every team, boardroom, and organization needs.
Lori brings a powerful mix of global perspective, cultural intelligence, and deep expertise in executive talent strategy, organizational transformation, and the future of work. She’s a clear, empathetic communicator who knows how to navigate complexity and drive meaningful results.
Whether advising executives, shaping culture, or serving in a board capacity, Lori shows up with insight, integrity, and a strong sense of purpose. If you have the opportunity to work with her—don’t hesitate. She elevates everything she’s part of.”
-Jenny Kay Pollock, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Women x AI, Board Member & CMO
“I feel truly fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with Lori, a sincere and inspiring leader who has had a profound and positive impact on my career.
Lori is an exceptional listener. Despite our different cultural and language backgrounds, she consistently demonstrated patience, empathy, and understanding. Because of her, I felt psychologically safe to express my ideas openly and confidently in the workplace.
As a mentor, Lori was always supportive and empowering. During times when I doubted my abilities as a facilitator, she helped me recognize my strengths and generously shared her own experiences to guide me forward. Her mentorship gave me both confidence and clarity during challenging moments.
Lori is also a highly professional and committed talent development expert. She never stops learning and is always open to trying new approaches and technologies—such as exploring the impact of AI on the future of work. Her curiosity and dedication are truly inspiring.
It has been a privilege to work with someone as trustworthy and admirable as Lori. I look forward to staying connected and continuing to learn from her. She is a true role model, and I’m excited to see the positive impact she will bring in her next chapter!”
-Sarah Wu, Training Specialist & Facilitator, Taiwan at Hyve Solutions, a TDSynnex company
“I highly recommend Lori to anyone who wants to start a podcast and needs guidance from someone with real experience and genuine passion for helping others. Lori spent over 3 hours with me in person teaching me every detail about how to start my podcast. She went above and beyond by creating a detailed PDF guide covering everything from podcast tools and equipment to recording platforms and practical tips for getting started. What stood out most was not only her knowledge, but the way she shared it with kindness, encouragement, and patience. With more than 5 years of podcasting experience, Lori gave me insights and confidence that I could not have gained just by researching online or asking AI. Her firsthand experience made a huge difference. She truly cares about helping people bring their stories and ideas into the world, and I’m very grateful for her support as I begin my podcast journey. I highly recommend working with Lori if you are thinking about starting a podcast. Her guidance is absolutely worth it.”
-Nuray Krein Yilmaz, Author, Content Analyst and Founder, What If You Can
“I really enjoyed talking with Lori on her podcast, A World of Difference. She's a thoughtful host with a strong focus on human-centered leadership. She was very prepared for the interview, having read my book beforehand, and her technical expertise with AI tools ensured that her audience got a detailed summary and helpful takeaways when she posted the episode. It was a pleasure working with her!”
-Rachel Radway, CPC, Leadership Coach and Author of Perceptive
“I had the pleasure of connecting with Lori as I was preparing to launch my podcast, Green Shoots & Big Shifts, and I'm so glad I did. Lori brought both practical expertise and genuine generosity to our conversation. She's been podcasting since 2020. She walked me through the real mechanics of launching: when and how to release episodes, how to think about promotion, and the value of building community with fellow podcasters. But what stuck with me most was something simpler: her reminder that skill build with repetition, and that the process gets easier as you do more episodes. Lori has a gift for meeting people where they are and giving them exactly what they need to take the next step. If you're thinking about starting a podcast and want someone who combines real know-how with heartfelt support, Lori is the person to call.”
-Reetu Gupta, Board Director, Global Head of Partnerships & Initiatives
and Podcast Host, Green Shoots & Big Shifts
“I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with Lori in 2020. I was able to quickly see her dedication to her team, her integrity to stakeholders in the Bay Area, and her passion and commitment for immigrant and underrepresented communities. During our team meetings, she made sure all our voices were heard and understood. She puts diversity, equity, and inclusion at the forefront of everything she does in her personal and professional life.”
— Gracia Berrios, Program Manager at One Justice
“Once in a while, you cross paths with people with excellent intuition and I found Lori to be one of these people. This spring, I had the honor of working with Lori as my coach for my personal, business, and volunteer endeavors. It didn't take long for Lori to challenge me based on her outstanding intuition. That challenge led to personal growth that helped me make some needed changes in my perspective and the importance of learning to receive. As we went over each step, Lori asked me several questions and as I answered them, my clarity grew. At the end of our coaching sessions, I had a much better idea of my path moving forward and excitement to reach my goals. I appreciated Lori's encouragement and positive influence!”
— Jennifer McDonald, Bookkeeper at VR Perspectives
“Lori is incredible. She has a depth of experience that's unmatched. One of the few people I've worked with that is willing to hop right into the trenches with you -- but actually has the leadership chops to lead full programs. It was a real pleasure working with Lori on both Echo Compassion during the COVID season and within our local community through Echo.Church. I'd suit up for a mission with her anytime.”
— Darren Allarde, Director Innovation & Product at Echo Compassion
“I worked with Lori when my family relocated to another country for work. Lori was instrumental in helping my family and I adjust to our new culture. She offered insightful assistance with ways to adjust to the new culture and did it in ways where she thought through my family's and my situation. She was able to bring her diverse background to bring some well rounded and objective advice.”
— Scott Portman, General Manager at Bahnson Mechanical Systems
“For 1.5 years, I was under the guidance of Lori in a non-profit organization that I volunteer for. She is an exceptional leader. Her operational skills and expansion mindset immensely helped the overall team growth - both in people and in process. Her relational and communication skills are remarkable, inspiring a culture of leaders and members constantly seeking excellence while maintaining healthy working relationships. The operational and people skills that I learned from Lori have been valuable both personally and professionally.”
— Kevin Bautista, Technical Support Specialist at Randstad RiseSmart
“I met Lori when she joined a group coaching cohort I led earlier this year, and I have listened to numerous episodes of her podcast. Through these connections, I came to appreciate how Lori shows attentive relational skills, along with the ability to navigate cultural and situational differences with sensitivity and integrity. She is a thoughtful communicator and listener. She is also a self-motivated learner with extensive experience in international settings. In leadership and collaboration, Lori is the kind of person you want on your team to go after important goals and see them accomplished.”
— Rebecca Jantz Johnson, ACC, CFRE, Executive Coach, Founder & Principal, Story Solutions
“Lori is a deeply thoughtful, highly organized, and warm podcast host and interviewer. The entire process was smooth as can be, and our conversation was rich and generative for me, as much hopefully for her and listeners!”
-Nell Derick Debevoise Dewey, Subtraction Strategist, Speaker and Writer
“Lori brings exceptional energy, insight, and leadership to every setting. Since joining my Board of Advisors last fall, she has delivered measurable impact through her strategic guidance and thoughtful contributions. Working with Lori is consistently a rewarding and inspiring experience.”
— Julie Castro Abrams, Managing Partner at How Women Invest and CEO of How Women Lead
