Carmen Van Kerckhove is an author and keynote speaker who sees what's hiding in plain sight: everyone's talking about the future of work, but no one's considering the human cost.

Her upcoming book, The Slingshot Effect (Crown Currency), reveals why the most powerful career moves often look like retreats—and how pulling back strategically creates the tension needed to launch forward with purpose.

Carmen's authority comes from repeatedly making moves that looked like steps down but turned out to be breakthroughs. From leaving prestigious roles to scaling back successful platforms, she's learned that sometimes the bravest thing you can do is stop. Her frameworks help high-performers navigate transformation without losing their sense of self.

In a world where AI is reshaping every industry and traditional career paths are crumbling, her work offers something essential: the emotional intelligence to change course without losing your way.