Michelle Smeby

About the author

Transform Change from a Disruption to Your Greatest Competitive Advantage

With over 25 years of experience leading business and technology transformations across more than 70 countries on 6 continents, Michelle Smeby is a powerful voice in change management, leadership, and transformation. As an international author, trainer, public speaker, and consultant, she is known for her ability to overcome resistance, align people, and deliver meaningful, lasting results.

Michelle has worked across highly regulated industries including banking, health insurance, and finance, as well as global brands in retail and manufacturing. Her expertise lies in streamlining operations, creating sustainable organizational practices, and helping leaders navigate complexity with clarity and confidence.

As the founder of wHolistic Change, Michelle is on a mission to teach others how to lead successful change. She equips leaders and teams with the skills to influence, adapt, and create real impact, ensuring change is not just implemented, but sustained.

Through her global work and speaking, Michelle empowers individuals to embrace change as an opportunity, not a challenge, building cultures that are agile, resilient, and future-focused.