MKR Development’s CEO, Dr. Mechelle Roberthon, will be speaking at an upcoming New Orleans SHRM chapter meeting. If you are looking for a dynamic keynote speaker or facilitator for your next conference, retreat, or leadership event, we would love to partner with you.

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This is an invitation-only engagement delivered exclusively for a current MKR Development client. These private sessions are designed to meet the specific needs of the organization and are not open to public registration. Our work is intentionally tailored, confidential, and aligned to the realities leaders and teams are navigating in real time.

Interested in on-site leadership development, organizational consulting, or a keynote experience for your team? We would love to explore what’s possible.

ILERA Holistic Healthcare: Monthly Lunch & Learn

Each month, Dr. Mechelle Roberthon joins ILERA Holistic Healthcare’s leadership team for a powerful and practical Lunch & Learn session. These gatherings are designed to spark meaningful conversations, offer leadership development insights, and support personal and professional growth within the organization. Dr. Roberthon creates a welcoming space where ILERA leaders can reflect, learn, and apply fresh strategies to their everyday work. Each session is tailored to meet the team’s evolving needs, helping strengthen leadership mindset, communication, and culture across the company.

The 9 Box Model Remix

In this session, Dr. Mechelle Roberthon reintroduces the classic 9 Box Model with a modern and practical twist. Leaders will learn how to use the model not only as a performance and potential assessment tool but as a framework for real conversations about growth, readiness, and development. Dr. Roberthon will guide participants in rethinking how talent is evaluated, ensuring that the process supports equity, clarity, and long-term organizational success.

Level 2 Strategic Planning: Crafting Mission, Vision, and Values for Strategic Success (IWTP)

In this Level 2 Strategic Planning session, participants will explore how to define and align their organization’s mission, vision, and core values to support long-term strategic success. This interactive session is designed to help leaders and teams craft meaningful statements that reflect their purpose, future direction, and guiding principles. Through guided exercises and collaborative discussions, attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how these foundational elements shape organizational culture, decision-making, and goal-setting. This session builds on the groundwork from Level 1 and supports deeper alignment between strategy and identity.

ILERA Holistic Healthcare: Monthly Lunch & Learn

Each month, Dr. Mechelle Roberthon joins ILERA Holistic Healthcare’s leadership team for a powerful and practical Lunch & Learn session. These gatherings are designed to spark meaningful conversations, offer leadership development insights, and support personal and professional growth within the organization. Dr. Roberthon creates a welcoming space where ILERA leaders can reflect, learn, and apply fresh strategies to their everyday work. Each session is tailored to meet the team’s evolving needs, helping strengthen leadership mindset, communication, and culture across the company.

Executive Forum: Leading with Clarity and Accountability

Dr. Mechelle Roberthon’s Executive Forum is designed exclusively for executives and senior leaders with real decision-making authority. This session focuses on closing the gaps leaders often encounter when managing performance and provides practical strategies to strengthen accountability, set clear expectations, and maintain engagement among top talent. Participants will gain actionable insights they can apply immediately to drive results, build stronger teams, and lead with confidence in today’s fast-paced business environment.

The Leader’s Role in Building and Sustaining Culture in the Workplace

Culture is built and sustained by what leaders say, do, and allow. In this session, Dr. Mechelle Roberthon explores how leadership behaviors directly influence trust, accountability, and engagement across teams. Participants will learn practical ways to strengthen organizational culture, align daily actions with core values, and create an environment where people feel connected, motivated, and empowered to thrive.

Leadership Evolve Training – NOLA Public Schools

Dr. Mechelle Roberthon will lead the Leadership Evolve Training for NOLA Public Schools, a professional development experience created to support current and emerging leaders. This training is part of Dr. Roberthon’s ongoing commitment to equipping leaders with the skills, mindset, and tools needed to navigate today’s evolving workplace. Through engaging dialogue and practical learning, participants will explore strategies that strengthen leadership effectiveness and drive positive organizational outcomes.

Better Business Bureau (BBB) Torch Awards – Keynote
Dr. Mechelle Roberthon will be the keynote speaker at the Better Business Bureau’s prestigious Torch Awards, delivering a powerful message titled “Being a Business People Trust.” In alignment with the BBB’s mission to advance marketplace trust, Dr. Roberthon will explore what it truly means to lead with integrity, build credibility, and foster ethical business practices. Through real-world insights and practical strategies, her keynote will challenge leaders to consider how trust is built, maintained, and reflected in every interaction. This inspiring session will highlight the value of transparency, accountability, and purpose-driven leadership in today’s business environment.

Executive Forum: Leading with Clarity and Accountability

Dr. Mechelle Roberthon’s Executive Forum is designed exclusively for executives and senior leaders with real decision-making authority. This session focuses on closing the gaps leaders often encounter when managing performance and provides practical strategies to strengthen accountability, set clear expectations, and maintain engagement among top talent. Participants will gain actionable insights they can apply immediately to drive results, build stronger teams, and lead with confidence in today’s fast-paced business environment.

GBRSHRM Chapter Meeting – Featured Speaker
Dr. Mechelle Roberthon will be the featured speaker at the upcoming Greater Baton Rouge Society for Human Resource Management (GBRSHRM) Chapter Meeting. With her deep expertise in leadership, employee development, and organizational culture, Dr. Roberthon will offer fresh perspective on timely HR challenges and strategic practices that support workforce success. Attendees can expect a dynamic and engaging presentation that blends real-world application with forward-thinking insights tailored for today’s HR professionals. Her message will leave attendees with practical takeaways to enhance their impact and effectiveness in the workplace.

Dr. Mechelle Roberthon will be featured as a speaker in the LEDA Business Cycle Speaker Series, an event that brings together leaders, innovators, and professionals from across the region to discuss the evolving dynamics of business and economic development. During this session, Dr. Roberthon will share insights on organizational leadership, workforce strategy, and the importance of adaptability in today’s changing business landscape. Her contribution to the series reflects her ongoing commitment to empowering leaders, strengthening communities, and supporting sustainable business growth throughout Acadiana.

ILERA Holistic Healthcare: Monthly Lunch & Learn
Each month, Dr. Mechelle Roberthon joins ILERA Holistic Healthcare’s leadership team for a powerful and practical Lunch & Learn session. These gatherings are designed to spark meaningful conversations, offer leadership development insights, and support personal and professional growth within the organization. Dr. Roberthon creates a welcoming space where ILERA leaders can reflect, learn, and apply fresh strategies to their everyday work. Each session is tailored to meet the team’s evolving needs, helping strengthen leadership mindset, communication, and culture across the company.

LSU's Professional Day featuring Dr. Mechelle Roberthon

LSU’s Professional Day is a dynamic event designed to inspire and prepare students and emerging professionals for future success. This year’s program features Dr. Mechelle Roberthon as the motivational speaker. With her impactful message on leadership, purpose, and professional growth, Dr. Roberthon will empower attendees to take bold steps toward their goals and navigate their career paths with confidence and clarity.

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Level 1 Strategic Planning: Mapping Your Strategic Path
This session is designed to help teams align around a clear and actionable strategic direction. Participants work through the foundations of strategic planning by identifying core goals, clarifying priorities, and mapping out the steps needed to move their organization forward with purpose.

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Private Client Event: The Red Thread: The Tie-In to Company Collaboration
This 4-hour workshop helps teams identify key connections across departments to boost collaboration and improve overall performance. Designed for sales teams and support staff, the session blends real-time exercises, team insights, and strategic planning to strengthen trust, align goals, and drive unified results

Each month, Dr. Mechelle Roberthon joins ILERA Holistic Healthcare’s leadership team for a powerful and practical Lunch & Learn session. These gatherings are designed to spark meaningful conversations, offer leadership development insights, and support personal and professional growth within the organization. Dr. Roberthon creates a welcoming space where ILERA leaders can reflect, learn, and apply fresh strategies to their everyday work. Each session is tailored to meet the team’s evolving needs, helping strengthen leadership mindset, communication, and culture across the company.

Dr. Mechelle Roberthon will be speaking at the upcoming Bayou SHRM Conference. Known for her dynamic presence and expertise in organizational development and human resources, Dr. Roberthon will bring valuable insights and practical strategies to this year’s attendees. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from one of Louisiana’s impactful voices in HR leadership!

Dr. Mechelle Roberthon is slated to speak at the Louisiana Bankers Association’s HR & IT Conference, where she will deliver an insightful session designed to bridge the gap between human resources and technology in today’s evolving workplace. With her deep expertise in strategic operations and workforce engagement, Dr. Roberthon will explore innovative HR practices, the role of tech in talent development, and how banks can position themselves as employers of choice in a competitive market.

Attendees can expect to walk away with practical strategies, forward-thinking solutions, and a renewed perspective on the intersection of people, process, and performance.

ILERA Holistic Healthcare: Monthly Lunch & Learn
Each month, Dr. Mechelle Roberthon joins ILERA Holistic Healthcare’s leadership team for a powerful and practical Lunch & Learn session. These gatherings are designed to spark meaningful conversations, offer leadership development insights, and support personal and professional growth within the organization. Dr. Roberthon creates a welcoming space where ILERA leaders can reflect, learn, and apply fresh strategies to their everyday work. Each session is tailored to meet the team’s evolving needs, helping strengthen leadership mindset, communication, and culture across the company.

How To Attract and Retain Employees Using Benefits 

Dr. Mechelle Roberthon will be the featured speaker at the upcoming Acadiana Society for Human Resource Management (ASHRM) chapter meeting. Her presentation, titled "How to Attract and Retain Employees Using Benefits,"will offer practical insights into how organizations can strategically use their benefits packages to not only bring in top talent but also keep them engaged and loyal long-term. Drawing from her experience in operations and workforce development, Dr. Roberthon will explore current trends, real-world examples, and actionable strategies that HR professionals can implement right away.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain fresh perspectives on building a competitive edge through employee benefits!

Private Client Event: The Collective Power of Your Workplace Culture
Culture isn’t defined by posters or policies—it’s shaped by people. This session dives into the real behaviors, choices, and patterns that make or break a workplace. Leaders walk away with a clearer lens on how their actions shape the employee experience—and how to build a culture people want to be part of.

Are you ready to join an exclusive circle of executive leaders committed to transforming their organizations?

This invitation-only group is designed for professionals who lead, support, or influence talent development efforts within their organizations. Our goal is simple: Provide a space to sharpen your skills, exchange best practices, and learn about opportunities to elevate development across your teams.