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Laure Goubau is a Canadian executive coach, entrepreneur, and speaker specializing in women’s leadership, workplace wellness, and professional 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.

Career

Goubau began her professional career in law, practicing as a litigator at McCarthy Tétrault, where she specialized in class actions and medical malpractice. She later transitioned to professional development and talent management roles within the firm.

She subsequently joined McKinsey & Company as Director of Professional Resources and Professional Development Manager. At McKinsey, she designed maternity leave policies, developed women’s advancement initiatives, and co-facilitated national leadership and equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) programs.

In addition to her corporate roles, Goubau established Gloria Coach, a platform focused on women’s leadership coaching and health advocacy. She also launched the My Imposter Story podcast, featuring conversations about imposter syndrome and leadership growth. As a speaker, she has appeared at leadership panels, women’s health forums, and professional development workshops, and has been featured on platforms such as Websites.ca Talk and FemTech.

Education and Credentials

Goubau holds 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 the Université de Montréal. She later earned a Graduate Degree in Executive Coaching from Royal Roads University and a Systems Thinking Certificate from Cornell University. She also completed the French Baccalauréat at Lycée Claudel.

She is a member of the Quebec Bar (Barreau du Québec) and the Law Society of Ontario. Goubau is a certified coach with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and is affiliated with the Institute of Coaching (IOC).

Coaching Philosophy

Goubau integrates leadership development with wellness and resilience, drawing from her certifications as a Level 2 Ski Instructor and Level 1 Ski Coach. Her approach emphasizes holistic success, blending professional growth with health and personal well-being.

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+| caption     = Laure Goubau, Executive Coach
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+| occupation  = Executive Coach, Entrepreneur
-| nationality = United States
+| nationality = Canadian
-| education   = B.A., Biology/Pre-Dentistry (Biochemistry minor), Augustana College (2006–2010).
+| education   =
+* B.A., Political Science – McGill University (2001–2004)
+* LL.L, Civil Law – University of Ottawa (2004–2007)
+* J.D., Doctor of Law – Université de Montréal (2007–2008)
+* Graduate Degree, Executive Coaching – Royal Roads University (2021)
+* Systems Thinking Certificate – Cornell University
+* French Baccalauréat – Lycée Claudel
+| website     = {{URL|https://www.goubaucoaching.com/}}
+}}
+'''Laure Goubau''' is a Canadian executive coach, entrepreneur, and speaker specializing in women’s leadership, workplace wellness, and professional 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.
-DMD, Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine (2009–2013).
+== Career ==
+Goubau began her professional career in law, practicing as a litigator at [[McCarthy Tétrault]], where she specialized in class actions and medical malpractice. She later transitioned to professional development and talent management roles within the firm.
-MD, University of North Carolina School of Medicine.
+She subsequently joined [[McKinsey & Company]] as Director of Professional Resources and Professional Development Manager. At McKinsey, she designed maternity leave policies, developed women’s advancement initiatives, and co-facilitated national leadership and equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) programs.
-Residency, Oral Medicine, Carolinas Medical Center (Atrium Health).
+In addition to her corporate roles, Goubau established '''Gloria Coach''', a platform focused on women’s leadership coaching and health advocacy. She also launched the '''''My Imposter Story''''' podcast, featuring conversations about imposter syndrome and leadership growth. As a speaker, she has appeared at leadership panels, women’s health forums, and professional development workshops, and has been featured on platforms such as Websites.ca Talk and FemTech.
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-}}
-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.
+== Education and Credentials ==
+Goubau holds 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 the [[Université de Montréal]]. She later earned a Graduate Degree in Executive Coaching from [[Royal Roads University]] and a Systems Thinking Certificate from [[Cornell University]]. She also completed the French Baccalauréat at Lycée Claudel.
-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).
+She is a member of the [[Quebec Bar]] (Barreau du Québec) and the [[Law Society of Ontario]]. Goubau is a certified coach with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and is affiliated with the Institute of Coaching (IOC).
-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.
+== Coaching Philosophy ==
+Goubau integrates leadership development with wellness and resilience, drawing from her certifications as a Level 2 Ski Instructor and Level 1 Ski Coach. Her approach emphasizes holistic success, blending professional growth with health and personal well-being.
-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.
+== External links ==
+* [https://www.goubaucoaching.com/ Official website]
+* [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauregoubau/ Laure Goubau on LinkedIn]
+* [https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q136399315 WikiData profile]
+* [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm16097858/ IMDb profile]
+* [https://www.crunchbase.com/person/laure-goubau Crunchbase profile]
-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.
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-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.
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+[[Category:Canadian women in business]]
+[[Category:Canadian lawyers]]
+[[Category:Canadian businesspeople]]
+[[Category:McGill University alumni]]
+[[Category:University of Ottawa alumni]]
+[[Category:Université de Montréal alumni]]
+[[Category:Royal Roads University alumni]]
+[[Category:Cornell University alumni]]
+[[Category:Canadian podcasters]]
+[[Category:Living people]]