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"Passionate, inquisitive, authentic, personable, professional… "
This embodies Samantha in our work with her as we collaborated on building and facilitating the key training for our virtual women’s empowerment program for 60 young professionals in Palestine in March 2022. Samantha worked closely with us to understand our participants and the cultural aspects that are unique to their experience of gender and empowerment; this was critical to implementing an effective training and she went above and beyond to assure her understanding and content were culturally relevant.
Samantha also adjusted her language so our non-native English speaking audience could more easily comprehend and engage. The participants highly rated her training as one of their favorite aspects of the program. They not only learned a lot about women’s empowerment but they gained a great deal of inspiration, especially through Samantha’s authentic self. Samantha’s content covered women’s empowerment globally as well as in the MENA region and Palestine. She did her homework and delivered! We highly recommend Samantha and Empower Global and look forward to partnering again.
Katie Curiel
Project Director | International Exchange Programs | LEGACY INTERNATIONAL
"I would absolutely recommend Samantha Karlin and Empower Global. "
I got so much out of the women’s workshop series (i.e., Women’s Leadership Accelerator) Samantha facilitated for my company. I happen to be passionate about DE&I, and workshops like this help us discover our intersectional diversity within our larger identity groups (in this case, women). It was truly eye-opening learning more about my female colleagues and the experiences that shaped their views on the world, the workplace and themselves.
Being able to do self-discovery work was very meaningful to me, as well. As a company, we value self-development and growth; as people, growth takes self-reflection and Samantha’s workshop series guided us in that as working women who want to be more empowered in our lives and careers.
Being in a (virtual) room with other professional women dealing with similar situations and feelings gave me a huge sense of support. And it opened up some amazing doors, and now I’m collaborating on projects with women colleagues I wouldn’t have known otherwise.
Samantha tailored the workshop series to our needs and was very flexible. Her energy during was amazing, and I think all the attendees were inspired by her. I’d absolutely work with her again!
Kathleen Hager
Project Director | International Exchange Programs | LEGACY INTERNATIONAL
"I would absolutely recommend Samantha Karlin and Empower Global. "
Samantha led a Women’s Empowerment virtual event for our women’s initiative called RENEW (Real Estate Network of Empowered Women) and the event was a success!
She is such a professional and did a great job on the presentation, the conversations, the breakout rooms and was very engaging with everyone the whole time.
She customized our workshop to the real estate industry, which was great since our audience is mostly in the real estate space.
She takes the time to do the research on specific things that relate to your industry and topic.
I would definitely have Samantha host another workshop!
Aileen Romero
Event Marketing Lead for RentSpree & RENEW
"Passionate, inquisitive, authentic, personable, professional… "
Graham Packaging was so pleased with the three part Women’s Leadership Accelerator Workshop designed and facilitated by Samantha. We had roughly 100 female participants from all over the world, split into two co-horts that participated in three working sessions – “Deconstructing your inner patriarchy”, Self-Esteem, Self-Confidence, and well-being” and “Your Intrinsic Power Map”. Our employees reported back that they gained a better understanding of who they are and increased confidence. Graham was really excited to find a workshop that went beyond workplace development, and focused more on personal development. Thank you Samantha for your partnership on creating a great , opportunity to empower our employees!
Lauren B. Bovard
Strategic Human Resources Partner
"I would absolutely recommend Samantha Karlin and Empower Global. "
Samantha is an inspirational leader and speaker who is passionate and knowledgeable on the subject of biases and disparities that women in the technology industry face every day.
She led a collaborative workshop for our team that allowed for a safe space for us to learn, share our experiences, and discuss how we can better support and advocate for our success, work/life balance, and professional development.
Caitlin Anderson
Sr. Sales Leader - US Commercial Sales @ AWS
"I loved every second of it."
I had the privilege of attending a Network Creation session hosted by Samantha last week.
I loved every second of it, Samantha managed to thoughtfully and clearly educate an extremely diverse and global audience while maintaining a relaxed and open atmosphere. Samantha is a socially conscious and thought-provoking leader who I would recommend for any training/ workshop you may be considering.
Thank you Samantha, I hope to attend many more in the future!
Simone Toureiro
Program Manager: South Africa & Diversity Specialist - Emzingo|U; Founder & CEO - WMC
"Samantha’s session was instrumental in empowering our cohort."
We had the pleasure of working with Samantha during her facilitation of a “How to create a network in a new sector” session for the Changemakers Program.
Samantha’s in-depth knowledge of the topic, her experience and her ability to convey concepts in a clear and engaging manner really stood out.
We were impressed with Samantha’s knack for fostering an interactive and engaging environment, specially in an online setting, which can be hard. Throughout the session, our 31 participants were engaged, and their questions and discussions flowed seamlessly.
Samantha’s session was instrumental in empowering our cohort of Changemakers in their network journey which is really important for their project development in this particular stage of the program.
Thank you Samatha and we hope to have your beautiful sessions part of our program in the future!
Telma Teixeira de Almeida
Customer Experience Design Lead at Emzingo
"Samantha’s workshop ignited a powerful movement at Slalom South Florida. "
Empowerment of under-served voices is a responsibility that lands on each of our shoulders. How we engage, and the decisions we make leave trickling and lasting impacts on those around us. To stray from using a gendered sports analogy – each drop in the ocean has the potential to contribute to a wave.
Shifting a culture isn’t easy, and maintaining one can prove just as challenging. Samantha Karlin helped us take these first steps in becoming better mentors and colleagues by facilitating a corporate workshop on Gender Equity at Slalom’s South Florida Office.
Following her workshop, participants and allies met to take actionable steps towards making our office more gender equitable. We are continuing to amplify our efforts in D&I recruitment and are considering larger internal initiatives to ensure that candidates and employees are not subject to implicit racial and gender biases. We are holding each other accountable to produce more gender neutral team outings, and to refrain from using gendered language and analogies in our discussions, among others.
Samantha’s workshop ignited a powerful movement at Slalom South Florida, and we are greatly appreciative of her services, and of her continued impact on gender equity in the workplace.
Thank you Sam and Slalom South Florida!
Lauren Cardenas
Technology Strategist at Accenture
"Thank you for the collaborative, thought provoking and educational workshop!"
Samantha conducted a Gender Equity workshop for Slalom’s Women’s Leadership Network.
I found the session to be very insightful and valuable and I am eager to put the learnings into practice with my team.
Thank you for the collaborative, thought provoking and educational workshop!
Brian Ringley
VP, Business Unit Head - Florida & Carolinas
"Sarah consistently delivers results for our clients and is a joy to work with."
“Sarah is a remarkable and competent leader who possesses a rare ability to quickly capture, understand, dissect and solve business problems; as well as provide tailored professional advice to executives, professionals and graduates who are seeking to expand their business or career…
Sarah consistently delivers results for our clients and is a joy to work with; the feedback from my Career Oracle customers is overwhelmingly positive, with many reflecting that Sarah goes above and beyond to meet robust client deadlines.
I highly recommend Sarah and her business for any organisation or individual looking to expand on their strategic capability or progress in their career.”
Kate Middleton
Multi Award-Winning Leader, Insurance & Construction
"Samantha has fantastic communicating and teaching skills "
As a former high school teacher with 18 years’ experience before I changed careers, recognizing good teaching is something that comes somewhat naturally to me.
So it was that within the first three hours of our first session of the Preparing to Lead program, of which I was a participant, that I came to see the fantastic communicating and teaching skills of Samantha. From the beginning of our session Samantha exuded not just confidence, but also a clear and concise ability to communicate ideas, recognize and process ideas, and to draw out participation of the members of the class. In short, Samantha demonstrated a mastery of all the skills needed to lead and coach others.
She also showed a passion for, and expertise in, her subject matter. It was clear from the start that Samantha lived and breathed a deep and abiding interest in leadership and the principles and values that make an effective leader. Whether she was explaining scientific concepts and theories or giving personal examples from her own experiences to illustrate ideas, Samantha showed a care and diligence in her work that excited others and made our class a dynamic and enjoyable experience
Mark Bingham
Award Winning Former High School Social Studies Educator with Discussion and Group Leading/facilitating Skills
"Thank you, Samantha, for the preparation of such a great program"
Samantha was our guest speaker for an inclusive communication webinar and women empowerment workshop.
It was an insightful experience for me, it raises awareness on topics that I live and experience nowadays but couldn’t find the words to express them.
Thank you, Samantha, for the preparation of such a great program; both inclusive communication and women’s empowerment provided structure and strategies on how to tackle and move forward on working with multicultural teams and supporting women.
Nadxieli Paulina Sanchez Martinez
PMP | DE&I Advocate | MSc Energy Economics & Finances
"The Session Was Amazing."
It was an amazing session (Inclusive Communication) with significant information about different cultures & how to come over problems which may accrue due to cultural differences.
The 2nd session (Women’s Empowerment) was only for women, where we spoke really form hear & raise problems from real life.
Thanks @Samantha Karlin for being with us & looking forward to see you in other sessions.
Hoda Ayad
Team Lead Information and Digitalisation
"I absolutely recommend Samantha to any organization."
Thanks to Samantha for a great presentation and workshops for our organization.
I thought it brought so much value to our group and was a great catalyst for us to keep working to improve. Events like this help us to define our values and set standards for how we want to work – but also just give us a chance to come together to learn as a community.
I absolutely recommend Samantha to any organization looking to move forward on how to communicate in a realistic, multinational setting and to actively empower all employees!
Kyla Bishop
Principal Engineer - Low Carbon Solutions
"Samantha was instrumental in the successful launch of my consulting practice."
I never thought I’d work with a coach but am so glad I connected with Samantha. Not only does she have a wealth of valuable insights to share, she is skilled at helping me find my own wisdom and leadership skills.
As a more experienced executive, I have benefitted from a coach who has her finger firmly on the pulse of changing workplace culture and how to channel my natural leadership skills more effectively whether as a team leader, engaging with a board of directors or serving as a director for an organization.
She was instrumental in the successful launch of my consulting practice and consistently supports my growth–personal and professional. I highly recommend Samantha as a coach, trainer and colleaugue.
Jill Nowak
Non Profit Executive committed to excellence through intention, experience and commitment
"Working with Samantha Karlin has been an incredibly transformative experience."
Her knowledge as a leadership trainer is evident in every session, and her dedication to my growth has made a profound impact on my professional journey.
From the very beginning, Samantha took the time to understand my unique challenges and aspirations. She possesses a remarkable ability to pinpoint areas of growth while simultaneously highlighting strengths I hadn’t fully recognized. This personalized approach made me feel supported and empowered to tackle my obstacles.
Samantha’s insightful feedback and practical strategies have significantly enhanced my leadership skills. I have learned effective techniques for decision-making, communication, and team management, all of which have translated into tangible improvements in my workplace performance. Her ability to provide actionable advice and real-world examples has been invaluable, helping me apply new skills with confidence.
Beyond the technical aspects of leadership, Samantha has also been a source of unwavering encouragement and motivation through our coaching sessions. Her belief in my potential has inspired me to push beyond my comfort zone and strive for excellence in my current and future aspirations. Her passion for leadership development is infectious, and it has reignited my own passion for growth and continuous learning.
I am now more confident in my abilities as a leader and feel equipped to handle the complexities of my role with greater ease and effectiveness. The progress I have made with her assistance has exceeded my expectations, and I am incredibly grateful for the positive impact she has had on my career.
I wholeheartedly recommend Samantha Karlin to anyone looking to elevate their leadership capabilities. Her exceptional skills as a trainer, coupled with a genuine commitment to her team’s success, make her an invaluable asset to anyone seeking to enhance their leadership journey.
Angel Torres
Program Analyst at U.S. Department of State
"Samantha genuinely cares about her clients' success and well-being"
With pleasure I would like to recommend Samantha Karlin as a leadership coach. Samantha possesses a rare combination of qualities that make her exceptionally effective in her role. As a coach, Samantha is not only a good listener but also genuinely cares about her clients’ success and well-being. She creates a supportive and empowering environment where emerging women leaders can thrive.
Samantha’s dedication to her craft is evident in her personalized approach to coaching. She goes above and beyond to understand her clients’ needs and challenges, allowing her to tailor her coaching sessions accordingly. Samantha doesn’t just offer generic advice; she provides practical tips and tools that are specifically geared towards the unique experiences and aspirations of women in leadership roles.
I have personally experienced Samantha’s impact on her clients when I worked with her at the Partnership for Public Service where she served as a coach and mentor. I witnessed participants consistently praise her ability to create a safe space where she inspired confidence and facilitated meaningful growth by teaching practical skills to create personal and professional growth. Samantha’s deep commitment to empowering women in leadership is commendable and serves as a supportive guide for those navigating their career paths and work challenges.
In conclusion, Samantha Karlin is not just a leadership coach but a trusted advisor and advocate for emerging women leaders. I am confident that anyone who has the opportunity to work with Samantha will benefit greatly from her expertise, empathy, and dedicated support.
Meryn Perryman
ER Specialist
"This was one of the most well-received talks we've ever had."
Verniesa Allen
DEI Head, DC Bar
"Samantha is MAGIC. In one event, people shared that she actually changed the course of their lives."
Leslie Scofield
Investor
"Samantha's event was the highlight of my weekend at Summit."
Arleen Van London
Experiential Event Producer
"Samantha is incredibly engaging. She kept our leaders on their toes."
Eva Majersczik
EVP and Head of People, Genesys
"Samantha's energy is UNMATCHED."
