Michael O’Bryan is a passionate advocate for human rights and social change. He is the founder and CEO of humanature, a talent and organizational development firm with a mission of putting humanity at the heart of every organization. Michael is a dedicated practitioner and researcher in the fields of community development, organizational culture, and human well-being. His work, fueled by the intersections of developmental science and design, resonates in both the public and private sectors. Notable clients such as Neighborworks America, Campbell Soup Foundation, and The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia have benefited from his human-centered approach. At Drexel University’s Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, he founded and runs a design lab called "The Wealth and Work Futures Lab" focused on the future of economic well-being for historically excluded populations. Michael is also the co-author of "Connected Community: A Trauma Informed Community Engagement Toolkit," and was most recently a lecturer at The Weitzman School of Design at the University of Pennsylvania, sharing insights on community engagement and design research. Beyond his work endeavors, Michael is a sought after keynote speaker, panel moderator, and featured presenter. He has spoken at national conferences and convenings for organizations like Comcast NBCUniversal, The US Conference of Mayors, The Pew Charitable Trust, Jobs For The Future, and The National Skills Coalition. He is proud to serve on the boards of three philanthropic institutions: The Samuel S. Fels Fund, The Union Benevolent Association, and The Philadelphia Cultural Fund. In recognition of his work and service Michael was awarded the Diversity in Business Award from The Philadelphia Business Journal and the Promise Leader Award from Worldmaker International.