Dr Jeanne Hardacre is the founder of BeTheCultureChange™ and author of The Culture Trap.

Most workplace culture problems aren’t caused by “problematic” people, but by unhealthy power dynamics. Jeanne helps leaders and teams understand how well-intentioned people often find themselves in troubled, tense or toxic workplace dynamics. She coaches them in how to jointly create more trusting, innovative, effective and human workplace cultures.

With over 30 years of experience across management, research and organisational consulting, Jeanne has supported tens of thousands of leaders, managers and team members, across business, industrial, public and not-for-profit sectors.

Her work is also shaped by first-hand insight into the consequences of harmful power dynamics — including situations where whistleblowing becomes the only ethical option. Her dismay at the human harm in so many workplaces - and her insights into how this can be avoided - led her to develop the H.U.M.A.N. Culture Change Compass™ and write The Culture Trap.

Jeanne’s approach is known for being incisive, warm, candid and down-to-earth. She works independently, which provides the freedom and autonomy to offer clear, honest insights, supporting people to work and lead with greater confidence, integrity and positive impact.

• 30+ years’ experience in leadership, culture and organisational change

• Supported tens of thousands of leaders and teams, UK & internationally

• Founder of BeTheCultureChange™ and creator of the H.U.M.A.N. Culture Change™ approach

• Communications, leadership and academic roles in UK and Europe

• MSc (by research) from University of Birmingham and PhD from University of Warwick, UK

• Conflict Resolution & Dialogue Facilitator

Based in Sheffield, Jeanne is a volunteer supporter of MumsUnited Sheffield, a charity tackling youth violence and gang exploitation. Outside work, she can often be found on a bike, in hiking boots, on a dancefloor or performing improvised comedy in front of a live audience.

Also find Jeanne on BeTheCultureChange YouTube Channel and LinkedIn