Leaders come from every walk of life. When honing your own leadership style, learning from others is powerful. Join leadership consultant and coach Michele Kawamoto Perry in conversation with a variety of leaders—from the start-up CEO breaking new technology ground, to the teacher challenging the status quo, to the doctor caring for patients, to the artist creating innovative work. She’ll delve into styles, explore philosophies, and uncover stand-out practices. Get inspired by new perspectives and ways to lead more effectively from those who make it happen.
Michele Kawamoto Perry founded The Forward Project, a leadership development and cultural transformation consultancy. As a corporate coach dedicated to transforming organizations by fostering stronger foundational leadership skills, she helps those ready to make a change bring out their own leadership abilities. Michele knows the impact each individual can make and is on a mission to use leadership development to build a more engaging, inclusive, and creative world.
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Leaders come from every walk of life. When honing your own leadership style, learning from others is powerful. Join leadership consultant and coach Michele Kawamoto Perry in conversation with a variety of leaders—from the start-up CEO breaking new technology ground, to the teacher challenging the status quo, to the doctor caring for patients, to the artist creating innovative work. She’ll delve into styles, explore philosophies, and uncover stand-out practices. Get inspired by new perspectives and ways to lead more effectively from those who make it happen.
Michele Kawamoto Perry founded The Forward Project, a leadership development and cultural transformation consultancy. As a corporate coach dedicated to transforming organizations by fostering stronger foundational leadership skills, she helps those ready to make a change bring out their own leadership abilities. Michele knows the impact each individual can make and is on a mission to use leadership development to build a more engaging, inclusive, and creative world.
Look for new episodes every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube @ExpressionsOfLeadership.
Leading Through Rest and Rebellion: Laurie Hang on Redefining Leadership
Expressions of Leadership
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1 month ago
Leading Through Rest and Rebellion: Laurie Hang on Redefining Leadership
In this episode, Michele Kawamoto Perry speaks with Lori Hang, founder of Hike to Yoga, about her journey from a refugee camp to community leader, yoga therapist, and creative director. Lori shares how her immigrant upbringing, personal healing, and a passion for nature shaped a leadership style rooted in rest, creativity, and collective care.
Laurie offers candid insights about navigating burnout and growth, teaching mindful movement, and why slowing down can be a radical act of leadership. She also provides practical practices for getting unstuck and paints a vision for expanding community wellness through nature-based gatherings across Los Angeles County and beyond.
Join us for this conversation about leading with intention, honoring rest, and building community in ways that challenge productivity culture and celebrate belonging.Learn more about Laurie Hang and Hike to Yoga:
Fall 2025 Yoga Therapy Enrollment Now Open
Align with autumn’s rhythm, nurture your nervous system, and grow stronger with each breath.
www.lauriehang.com
Saturday, October 4th Mini Urban Retreat in Los Angeles
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Expressions of Leadership
Leaders come from every walk of life. When honing your own leadership style, learning from others is powerful. Join leadership consultant and coach Michele Kawamoto Perry in conversation with a variety of leaders—from the start-up CEO breaking new technology ground, to the teacher challenging the status quo, to the doctor caring for patients, to the artist creating innovative work. She’ll delve into styles, explore philosophies, and uncover stand-out practices. Get inspired by new perspectives and ways to lead more effectively from those who make it happen.
Michele Kawamoto Perry founded The Forward Project, a leadership development and cultural transformation consultancy. As a corporate coach dedicated to transforming organizations by fostering stronger foundational leadership skills, she helps those ready to make a change bring out their own leadership abilities. Michele knows the impact each individual can make and is on a mission to use leadership development to build a more engaging, inclusive, and creative world.
Look for new episodes every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube @ExpressionsOfLeadership.
