Beth Kaplan Biography

Dr. Beth Kaplan, Ed.D., is a Philadelphia-based keynote speaker, researcher, and global expert in workplace belonging and leadership development, recognized by the University of Pennsylvania. With an M.S.Ed. and Ed. D. in Learning and Leadership Strategy from Penn, she has over 15 years of experience in fostering inclusive workplace cultures. At Medidata Solutions, she delivers keynotes and masterclasses, blending neuroscience, storytelling, and practical strategies to enhance employee engagement, retention, and productivity. Her book, "Braving the Workplace: Belonging at the Breaking Point" (2025), offers a framework for cultivating belonging, emphasizing its distinction from inclusion. Kaplan is pioneering a belonging measurement tool with Penn to predict workplace thriving. Her work, featured in HRD Connect and SUCCESS, addresses workplace trauma, mental health, and post-traumatic growth, impacting organizations like Salesforce and Georgetown University.

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