
Dr. Kandi Wiens
Researcher. Change Expert. Soccer Mom.
I am a researcher, speaker, executive coach, and organizational change consultant. I’m also a Senior Fellow at The University of Pennsylvania, where I teach in the PennCLO Executive Doctoral Program and co-lead the Penn Master’s in Medical Education Program. All of my work is deeply rooted in the latest positive psychology, emotional intelligence, and mindset research.
I bring a unique combination of education and extensive experience to my work, including:
- 23 years of experience consulting for organizations experiencing change
- A doctorate degree from The University of Pennsylvania – awarded triple distinctions for proposal hearing, final defense hearing, and dissertation research
- An MBA from The University of Oregon
- A bachelor’s degree from Montana State University
I’m honored to work with leaders who grace these halls

















