Laureen Knudsen serves as Chief Transformation Officer at Empower Consultant Group, where she leads the firm’s strategic initiatives in helping organizations build resilient, innovative futures. With over 25 years of experience driving successful transformations at Fortune 1000 companies, Laureen brings deep expertise in creating sustainable change within complex, regulated environments.
As a trusted advisor to C-level executives, Laureen specializes in revolutionizing operations to help businesses better respond to market changes while fostering cultures of innovation. Her practical approach combines strategic vision with actionable implementation, enabling organizations to transform while maintaining operational excellence.
Prior to joining Empower Consultant Group, Laureen led major transformation initiatives at four Fortune 1000 companies, where she developed and implemented strategies that drove sustainable growth and innovation. Her insights into organizational change and business transformation are captured in her co-authored book, “Modern Business Management: Creating a Built-to-Change Organization.”
A recognized thought leader in business transformation, Laureen serves as a member of the World Economic Forum Impact Circle for Digital Transformation and the Forbes Technology Council. Her contributions to the field have earned her numerous accolades, including recognition in the Power50 and Top 100 Women in Tech lists.
At Empower Consultant Group, Laureen leads our mission to deliver exceptional consulting services that drive meaningful, lasting change. She works closely with clients to develop practical solutions that address today’s challenges while building the foundation for tomorrow’s success.
Speaking and Thought Leadership:
- Featured speaker on organizational transformation and change management
- Regular contributor to industry publications on business innovation
- Co-author of “Modern Business Management: Creating a Built-to-Change Organization”
Recognition and Industry Leadership:
- Member, World Economic Forum Impact Circle for Digital Transformation
- Member, Forbes Technology Council
- Power50 honoree
- Top 100 Women in Tech