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Debbie Peterson

Leadership Readiness Strategist & Keynote Speaker

Getting to Clarity LLC

Consultant

Original Join Date: 2026

Professional Bio

Debbie Peterson is a leadership readiness expert who helps organizations keep and grow the leaders they’re counting on next.
Her work focuses on a challenge many organizations are facing: talented people are being asked to take on greater responsibility while navigating increasing demands, constant change, and limited capacity. Debbie helps rising and established leaders get clear on what matters, make stronger decisions, communicate with intention, and prepare for what leadership requires next.
Through her signature keynote, The Readiness Reset™, Debbie gives audiences practical, clarity-driven strategies they can use immediately to cut through noise, protect their capacity, and lead with greater focus and intention. Her interactive programs are designed to create more than a good hour in the room. Participants leave with a clearer understanding of what needs their attention and a specific next move they can take.
As a keynote speaker and consultant, Debbie works with organizations focused on leadership pipelines, retention, succession, promotion readiness, and developing leaders who are prepared for the demands and context of greater responsibility.
She is the creator of The Clarity Compass™, author of Clarity: How Smart Professionals Create Career Success on Their Terms, and host of the Getting to Clarity podcast. Debbie is also the recipient of the ATHENA Global Servant Leadership Award and SMART Keynote Speaker Award and holds the CSP™ designation, the highest earned credential for professional speakers worldwide.
Credentials
CSP