How to Become More Resilient

CPA Women in Business Discussion Group

Tuesday 27 November 2012 | 6pm – 8pm | CPA Centre

We live in stressful times. More is being asked of fewer people. The threat of job-loss is ever present. We are required to be available through electronic gadgetry on an almost 24/7 basis. How can people become or remain resilient under these circumstances?

Alicia Fortinberry, PhD (Organisational Psychology) has gained international acclaim as a keynote speaker, author and consultant for her powerful, lasting impact on organisation, leaders and individuals over two decades

Ground-breaking experts on resilience and optimism, Alicia and colleague Dr Bob Murray received the 2012 American Award for Scientific Achievement. They advise both organisations and governments on issues regarding psychology and mental health.

A principal of Fortinberry Murray, Alicia enables organisations to achieve their strategic goals through enhancing trust, leadership and culture. Fortinberry Murray works globally with top-tier clients such as PwC, KPMG, Deloitte, Bain & Company, Macquarie, Wesfarmers, McDonald’s, PepsiCo, Ford Motor Co and numerous leading law firms.

Alicia combines a clear, engaging and practical communication style with a proven evidence-based approach and strategic acumen. She has presented her work with Bob at academic institutions such as Duke University Medical Center, Tufts University Medical Center, University of South Florida and Sydney University.

An award-winning health writer and former editor, she worked in New York for Time Warner and The Mount Sinai Medical Center.  Alicia is the author, with Bob, of two international bestsellers Creating Optimism and Raising an Optimistic Child (NY: McGraw-Hill).Her interview-based CBS TV series on social and business issues will be aired in 2013.

Alicia is a member of the American Psychological Association, the American Association for the Advancement of Science and the American Society of Journalists and Authors.