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== Summary ==
Laure Goubau is a Canadian executive coach, entrepreneur, and thought leader in women’s leadership, wellness, and workplace development. She is the founder of Gloria Coach, North America’s first women’s leadership coaching and health advocacy platform, and the creator of the My Imposter Story podcast, which explores imposter syndrome and leadership challenges through candid conversations.

Laure’s professional journey began in law, where she practiced as a litigator specializing in class action and medical malpractice at McCarthy Tétrault, one of Canada’s leading law firms. She transitioned into professional development and talent management roles at McCarthy Tétrault before joining McKinsey & Company, where she served as Director of Professional Resources and Professional Development Manager. At McKinsey, she designed and implemented national maternity leave policies, women’s advancement initiatives, and leadership training programs, reinforcing her expertise in executive development and equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI).

Her academic achievements include a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from McGill University, a Civil Law degree (LL.L) from the University of Ottawa, and a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Université de Montréal. She later expanded her expertise with a Graduate Degree in Executive Coaching from Royal Roads University and a Systems Thinking Certificate from Cornell University. She also holds the French Baccalauréat from Lycée Claudel.

Laure is a member of both the Quebec Bar (Barreau du Québec) and the Law Society of Ontario, and she is a certified coach with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and affiliated with the Institute of Coaching (IOC). Her credibility is further supported by endorsements from directors, chief mission officers, and senior consultants who have experienced the transformative impact of her coaching.

Beyond her executive coaching practice, Laure is a frequent speaker at leadership panels, women’s health forums, and professional development workshops. She has been featured on platforms such as Websites.ca Talk and FemTech, and collaborates with global coaches and wellness experts. Her dedication to leadership extends to her role as co-faculty for McKinsey’s national leadership training and EDI programs.

With certifications as a Level 2 Ski Instructor and Level 1 Ski Coach, Laure also integrates wellness and resilience into her coaching philosophy, emphasizing holistic success for leaders. Through Gloria Coach, her podcast, and her extensive speaking engagements, Laure Goubau continues to advance the dialogue on leadership, equity, and professional growth.