ABOUT US

Advancing identity equity in leadership.

We are shaping a vibrant leadership landscape where everyone is empowered to contribute.

Did you know only 30% of people see themselves as leaders?

We’re here to change that.

OUR MISSION

We believe everyone has the capacity to lead.

By redefining what it means to be a leader, we create environments where authenticity and belonging thrive. Our programs guide participants to connect with their unique strengths, understand others, and emerge feeling empowered, capable, and valued.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

With a track record of empowering thousands,

our Spectrum of Leadership Empowerment™ celebrates diverse and inclusive leadership styles, inviting fresh perspectives into leadership. This approach builds personal leadership brands that strengthen team dynamics, foster belonging, and create psychological safety across groups.

OUR APPROACH

We’ve transformed leadership development

into a journey of self and collective discovery, moving beyond traditional assessments to help people embrace their authentic leadership identity—often for the first time. Our programs offer a supportive space where everyone can explore their unique way of leading.

Whether you’re an HR Director seeking meaningful leadership solutions or a People Experience Expert looking to elevate engagement, BREAKTHRU delivers transformative experiences for individuals, teams, and organizations.

Founded to shift the leadership landscape.

The genesis of BREAKTHRU wasn’t merely an idea—it was the result of lived experiences and an unshakeable belief that the leadership landscape needed transformation.

After decades of climbing the corporate ladder, Founder Laura Barnard encountered leadership stereotypes and discrimination firsthand. Even as she broke through to those executive tables, she quickly realized the environment lacked true inclusivity. Determined to change the leadership landscape, Laura set out to build a team of equity-minded leaders dedicated to contributing to cultures of belonging where everyone was empowered to lead as their authentic selves.

meet our founder