I’m a Policy and Compliance Consultant, Speaker, Author, and Mental Health Advocate/Educator aiming to help organizations build a workplace that’s both compliant and compassionate!

My background includes a B.Sc. (Psychology) and B.Com. (Marketing) and over 18 years of combined corporate and consulting experience in HR, policy, compliance and ethics, keynote speaking, and facilitation of corporate sessions on mental health and resiliency.

My policy and compliance experience extends across 16 countries throughout North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Australia, with a clear understanding of country specific legislative requirements; allowing me to offer comprehensive solutions with a unique global perspective.

I’ve also spoken to audiences around the world, at corporate events, summits/conferences, fundraising events, and been featured on multiple TV, radio, podcasts and publications where I share strategies and tips from my book and lived experience to provide an all-encompassing approach to mental health and wellness.

This multifaceted experience helps me achieve a deeper understanding of an organization’s complexities and needs; allowing me to provide targeted and impactful solutions with long-term benefits.

I look forward to connecting with you and discussing how I can best support your organization’s needs.I’m a Policy, Ethics, and Compliance Consultant with over 18 years of combined corporate and consulting experience across policy, compliance, ethics, and HR, helping organizations strengthen governance, reduce risk, and move from assumed compliance to real compliance. 

Protect your organization by knowing where you truly stand. Let’s connect!

YALDA KAZEMI

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  • University of Calgary, Bachelor of Science - Psychology and Bachelor of Commerce- Marketing.

  • Former Board Member and Fund Allocation Committee Chair, Mental Health Foundation of Alberta

  • Co-Chair of the Mental Health Employee Resource Group at STEMCELL Technologies

  • Lived Experience and Patient Advisory Group Member for the Strategies for Postpartum Wellness research project in collaboration with the University of Calgary, University of British Columbia, and British Columbia’s Provincial Health Services Authority

  • Consulting Mental Health Facilitator with Telus Health (North American EAP provider).

Credentials & Leadership

Publications

Testimonials

  • "I am totally speechless! Words can't describe how excellent a session that was!"

    — Session Attendee

  • "Yalda’s presentation was a powerful and honest experience described by employees as humbling, intelligent, relatable, empowering and caring. Her book, “UNAPOLOGETIC TRUTHS” is also a highly recommended read for some practical tips and advice that will help in your everyday life."

    — ChampionX

  • “Yalda was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was professional, timely, and has a keen eye for detail. She went above and beyond, delivering more than expected. I was curious how it would be working with someone outside of the field of education but she was extremely skilled and well versed in all of our needs. I'm grateful for her support and guidance and would not hesitate to recommend Yalda's policy writing services to anyone.”

    — Carley Mendes, Director, Oh Baby School of Holistic Nutrition  

  • "Yalda's story is unique and she presents a perspective that I have never heard from anyone else before. Yalda is an engaging speaker - the hour session did not feel like an hour, time flew by."

    — Session Attendee

  • "What stood out to me was realizing that no one chooses to have a mental illness. I never thought of it that way.

    — Session Attendee

  • "I did believe that there was no way to get better and that treatments would not be effective. This presentation challenged my beliefs and I’m glad that I was wrong."

    — Session Attendee

  • "Big, big thank you, it was one of the best session I have been to!"

    — Session Attendee

  • "Thank you for this inspiring wake up. Valued it very much."

    — Session Attendee

  • "One of the best, should have more of these."

    — Session Attendee

  • "Yalda’s message of “no shame” for what you cannot control really resonated with me."

    — Session Attendee

  • "Very powerful session, thank you so much!"

    — Session Attendee

  • "For me it was not only educational but also very motivating and refreshing."

    — Session Attendee

  • "Fantastic session! Thank you for your openness and the wisdom shared by you."

    — Session Attendee

  • "Great session! Such an inspiration!"

    — Session Attendee