Dr. Debra Clary

Curiosity is your competitive edge

Dr. Debra Clary helps Fortune 500 leaders and teams improve decision quality in the AI era by asking better questions, measuring curiosity, and building the cultures that make both possible.

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"One of the top five curiosity experts in the world.

Trusted by leaders at

Frito-Lay · Coca-Cola · Johnson & Johnson · Humana · Morgan Stanley

Dr. Debra Clary

"One of the top five curiosity experts in the world.

Author Keynote Speaker Executive Coach Doctor of Leadership Curiosity Evangelist Author Keynote Speaker Executive Coach Doctor of Leadership Curiosity Evangelist
30+
Years Leadership Experience
F100
Companies Served
500+
Leaders Transformed
100+
Keynotes Delivered
What Debra Offers

Curiosity unlocks better leadership

Three ways to bring Debra's frameworks into your organization, plus a flagship resource to start with.

01

Keynote Speaking

Energize your audience with keynotes that change how leaders think, not just how they feel, on decision quality in the AI era.

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02

Executive Team Coaching

Elevate team performance to the Zone of Excellence. Teamwork is not merely a virtue, it's an intentional and strategic choice.

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03

Assessments & Consulting

Harness the power of curiosity to drive innovation, collaboration, and organizational transformation using proven assessment tools.

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The Book

The Curiosity Curve

Replace certainty with inquiry. Build the clarity, connection, and courage leaders need.

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Debra in Action

Where curiosity meets the main stage.

From keynote stages to broadcast studios, Debra brings decision quality and curiosity to the rooms where it matters most.

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    "As a master storyteller, Dr. Deb inspires, educates and entertains her audiences. C-Suite executives rely on her to curate insights from the current thought leaders in a practical framework of her own hard-won wisdom."

    — Bonnie St. John

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    "In the presence of Debra, the atmosphere is infused with an undeniable sense of curiosity that becomes utterly contagious. In her company, curiosity isn't merely a characteristic; it's a transformative experience that leaves a lasting impression on anyone fortunate enough to share the space with her."

    — Ron Ricci

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    "As a leadership educator, Deb Clary’s expertise and knowledge about leader development is impressive and extremely relevant in the 21st Century. Deb’s practical experience has allowed her to support F100 organizations in transforming their leadership models and mindsets to align with the demands of today’s market place and business environment."

    — Rebecca Shambaugh

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    “Debra is a captivating speaker, inviting people into an experience of humor, storytelling, and extraordinary insight. Her careful awareness of what is truly important to her audience allows her to craft unique, transformative experiences that make a lasting, memorable impact. Debra is a smart, enthralling, fun difference-maker.”

    — Mickey Connelly