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About Emily

Emily Goodson believes that building a world where everyone belongs starts with changing the stories we tell ourselves.

As a storyteller, author, and former HR leader, Emily serves as a powerful roadmap for individuals and organizations looking to find their voice and build cultures rooted in authentic confidence.

Her work sits at the intersection of lived experience and organizational insight. After a childhood brain injury resulted in physical disability, Emily developed a lifelong commitment to helping others move past the desire to "fit in" and into the courage of truly belonging. She helps audiences understand disability not as an obstacle, but as a lived experience that shapes identity, mental wellbeing, and leadership.

Today, Emily partners with global companies and educational institutions to spark the conversations that matter most. She works alongside leadership teams, educators, and communications professionals to foster more inclusive environments while elevating authentic narratives around belonging and disability.

Her work helps organizations strengthen human connection, build deep trust, and communicate more meaningfully about identity and the human experience.

Emily is the author of Dating Disability, a memoir that explores confidence, intimacy, and emotional resilience. Her voice and writing have been featured in the Los Angeles Times and other national outlets. Recognized as a 2024 Top 25 Emerging Workplace Culture Creator by Culture Amp, Emily is known for her unique ability to spark dialogues that resonate across leadership teams and broader audiences alike.