Nataly Kogan

A leading expert on emotional fitness, Nataly Kogan is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, and keynote speaker on a mission to help millions of people embrace their Awesome Human, struggle less and thrive more in work and life!

Nataly immigrated to the US as a refugee from the former Soviet Union when she was 13 years old. Starting her American life in the projects and on welfare, she learned English by watching “Who’s the Boss?” on repeat.

She went on to reach the highest levels of success at McKinsey and Microsoft, as a Managing Director at a venture capital fund, and as founder or executive at 5 startups and tech companies.

But after years of chasing a non-existent state of nirvana, Nataly suffered a debilitating burnout that led her to find a new way to live and work.

Today, she helps Awesome Humans break free from daily burnout, unleash their full human potential, and experience more joy and meaning by sharing her unboring science-backed Happier MethodTM – and her signature positive energy!

Nataly is a sought-after international keynote speaker and has appeared in hundreds of media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, The New York Times, TEDx Boston and SXSW.

She is the founder of Happier, Inc. and has worked with hundreds of top companies, teams, and leaders through her Happier @ Work and leadership programs.

Nataly is the author of HAPPIER NOW, GRATITUDE DAILY, and THE AWESOME HUMAN PROJECT and hosts The Awesome Human Podcast that people call their “best-self hour”.

Nataly began painting when she turned 40 and is a self-taught abstract artist. She loves bright colors, overuses the word “awesome”, and is the funniest person in her family. (Just can ask her husband and daughter, her favorite Awesome Humans.)

Nataly was the perfect keynote speaker and her ability to connect with our employees – in the room or by video from across the globe – was amazing. Every employee who attended took away a ‘nugget’ that stayed with them long after her session was over.

– Stacey Hoin, CHRO, GE Capital

Nataly was the perfect keynote speaker as we invest in Sleep Number's top performers. As a purpose-driven brand, we strive to always be our best for our customers. Nataly shared tools to be more productive and innovative, while finding more joy everyday.

– Shelly Ibach, CEO, Sleep Number

Nataly’s story inspired our organization and energized our employees. Her enthusiasm was contagious and action provoking - we could have listened to her speak for hours.

– Ann M. Powell, CHRO, Bristol-Myers Squibb

When Nataly speaks about happiness as a skill, you can hear perspectives shifting around the room. Her message is powerful, actionable, and so crucial right now.

– Carolyn Gan, Program Director, Watermark Conference for Women

Nataly’s humor, professionalism, and partnership had a positive impact on our attendees. She moved people and made them think differently – that is no easy feat.

– Cynthia Keeshan, VP of Strategic Events, Ceridian

Nataly brings a rare combination of authenticity and vibrancy to any stage. She showcases a plethora of life-changing insights for leaders and surrounds them with her amazing personal journey. I would highly recommend her to any event or company.

– Kevin Mullins, VP of Global Communications, Workhuman

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