Lana Penley
Speaker | Author | Coach
Trusted by Forward-Thinking Schools and
Impact-Driven Organizations
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Signature Session
KEYNOTE #1
Transform from
Burnout to Balance™
Leadership lessons forged in crisis — tools for today’s burnout era.
PAST AUDIENCES INCLUDE:
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Los Angeles School District, CA
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Oregon Department of Education
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Portland Public Schools, OR
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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, NC
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Vancouver Public Schools , WA
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North Clackamas School District, OR
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David Douglas School District, OR
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Marshall County School, WV
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Hawaii DOE
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Ector Co, TX
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And thousands of leaders across 10+ states.
SESSION DESCRIPTION:
The Burnout to Balance™ isn’t a one-off keynote or another PD that fades by Friday.
It’s a one hour inspirational journey where Lana leads high-achievers navigating the nonstop demands of modern work, burnout isn’t a weakness — it’s a signal. A signal that your current pace, patterns, and nervous system are no longer aligned with the life you’re trying to lead.I learned this the hard way.
As a former principal, I led my school through a devastating fire that destroyed our building and forced us to rebuild everything from the ground up — including the way I led, lived, and cared for myself.
What I discovered in that season became the foundation of my R.E.S.T. Method™ — a practical, science-backed approach that helps leaders interrupt the burnout cycle and create habits of balance that actually last.
Through powerful storytelling, emotional intelligence, and easy-to-implement practices, this keynote shows leaders how to regulate their stress, reclaim their clarity, and lead with greater steadiness, joy, and impact.
AUDIENCE TAKEAWAYS:
✔ A clear understanding of the burnout cycle — and the early warning signs most high-performers miss
✔ The R.E.S.T. Method™ — a simple, repeatable framework to regulate stress and restore clarity quickly
✔ Tools to shift from reactive to intentional leadership, improving school or team culture immediately
Why This
Work Matters
Behind the scenes, leaders are carrying more than anyone realizes — managing constant demands, supporting others, and trying to stay steady while quietly running on empty. Burnout isn’t just exhaustion; it’s a signal that something has to change.
And here’s the truth most leaders never hear:
You don’t have to wait until retirement to feel well.
You deserve a life that feels steady and meaningful now.
When leaders reclaim their clarity and regulate their nervous system, everything improves — their teams, their culture, and their own sense of purpose. This work matters because healthier leaders create healthier workplaces.
You deserve a great life today, not someday.
"Lana's session was the best I have ever had. It was the training I had been waiting on."
-Principal, Oregon
Delivery Options
Both Keynotes & Workshops include in-person, hybrid or virtual presentation options.
IN-PERSON
No matter the size of your audience, Lanais just as at home in front of small, intimate audiences of 10 as she is in front of large conference audience of 1,000+,
HYBRID
Are you hosting an in person event that’s being simulcast to multiple different locations? Lana has experience engaging in person and virtual audiences at the same time.
VIRTUAL
Between Lana's 5 years experience as a virtual speaker and trainer, and her state of the art studio technology, your audience will be engaged in a way they’ve never experienced online before.
Hi, I’m Lana.
I’m a former award-winning principal turned keynote speaker and leadership coach helping high achievers step out of the burnout cycle and into a better life.
I know what it feels like to lead through chaos — literally. When my school burned down during the school day, I had to rebuild everything from scratch: our systems, our culture, and myself.
That experience completely reshaped how I think about healing in community, stress, resilience, nervous system regulation, and habits of sustainable leadership.
It’s why I created Burnout to Balance™, a transformational keynote and framework that gives leaders the tools they need to stay calm under pressure, lead with intention, and build balance that lasts.
Today, I’ve supported thousands of educators and professionals across the country in creating calmer, healthier, more connected environments for themselves and the people they lead.
Ready to Get Started?
Step 1 - Send Inquiry
Fill out the form below and click “Let’s Chat!” to send us some basic information about your event so we can get an idea of what you are looking for and ensure there are no date or travel conflicts.
Step 2 - Meet with Lana on Zoom
Granted there are no date conflicts, we’ll reach out to set up a good day and time for a quick, 15 minute zoom call to discuss your event objectives and determine if Lana's sessions are a good fit.
Step 3 - Reserve and Prepare
A 50% deposit will be due to reserve the date and our team will be in constant contact from then, until the event date to ensure your event runs smoothly. The remaining 50% is due the day of the event.
Step 4 - The Big Day
Lana travels to your event and motivates your audience to transform their overwhelm into extraordinary action. It’s her priority your audience feels seen, heard, and empowered following your session.
Book Lana to Speak
Submit inquiry below or send an email to lana@unlockingsel.com and someone from my team will be in touch shortly.
