Shiyen Shu

As an acclaimed Speaker, certified Executive Coach, and trusted advisor, Shiyen Shu is committed to helping great people become extraordinary healthcare leaders. Recognized as one of the Top 200 Biggest Voices in Leadership by leadersHum, alongside luminaries such as Simon Sinek, Adam Grant, and Marshall Goldsmith, Shiyen’s thought leadership has made a global impact. She has also been celebrated as a Top 75 Canadian Immigrant and awarded the prestigious Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Award for her contributions. With a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from McMaster University, Shiyen began her career as a frontline clinician before shifting her focus to Organizational Development. Through her work across the healthcare system, she saw firsthand the leadership challenges that impacted teams and organizational outcomes. Her passion for developing leaders led her to establish Dream Dare Lead Inc., a firm dedicated to supporting individuals and organizations achieve greater levels of success and excellence in healthcare and beyond. Shiyen extends her impact as an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Toronto and Board Chair for a not-for-profit organization. Born in Mumbai, and now based in Mississauga, she finds joy as a devoted mother of three, blending family life with her mission to transform the future of leadership.