World Flourishing Organization

Denver Executive Flourishing Forum (April 29, 2026)

WFO Admin — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:37:07 +0000

Join us at the Executive Flourishing Forum on April 29, 2026 in Denver, Colorado.

This dynamic gathering is centered around how to create thriving and flourishing workplaces. This will be a bright light for executives during a time when employee disengagement, quiet quitting, and burnout are on the rise. Inspired by the science^{[1][1] Harvard’s Human Flourishing Program}behind what makes humans live a good life, the World Flourishing Organization is hosting a one-of-a-kind executive forum to share tools, insights, and best practices. Facilitated by LuminUS Group, this one-day event empowers leaders to proactively shift organizational culture using evidence-based approaches at three levels: oneself as a leader, the leader at work, and the organization they lead.

The Denver Executive Flourishing Forum is a special initiative designed and curated by Eleanor Allen, CEO of The World Flourishing Organization, and Annyse Balkwill, CEO of the LuminUS Group.

Throughout the day, participants will:

Gain insights through the WFO’s Flourishing at Work Survey, the WFO’s Organizational Flourishing Blueprint Framework, and principles from leading research on human flourishing.
Learn actionable strategies rooted in brain science and purpose-driven leadership, empowering leaders to begin crafting their unique organizational flourishing blueprint.
Walk away with tangible outputs and tools to support next steps for creating resilient, connected, and thriving organizations. In doing so, leaders will gain insights on how to position flourishing as both a strategic asset and a measurement of organizational success.
Will experience an inspiring learning environment that they can replicate in their workplaces.

The forum is the ideal setting for those seeking proven methods to build strong cultures, measure wellbeing impact and return on investment, and enhance performance while elevating their own leadership impact in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the main goal of the WFO Denver Flourishing Forum?

The event aims to equip leaders with research-backed frameworks and practical tools to proactively elevate workplace wellbeing at individual, team, and organizational levels. It also will inform leaders on their individual journeys to greater flourishing.

Who should attend this event?

CEOs, board members, executives, and HR professionals. Leaders who have decision-making authority and/or influence organizational strategy, culture, and performance initiatives.

What can I expect to learn or accomplish?

Participants will:

Assess their leadership blind spots as well as their level of personal and workplace flourishing
Understand brain science as it relates to human behaviors at work
Start building a customized organizational flourishing blueprint
Receive practical, evidence-backed strategies for leading positive change

How is the forum structured?

The morning session centers on individual flourishing using self-assessments, while the afternoon guides leaders in applying their insights to develop organizational flourishing blueprints, culminating in concrete action planning for their organizations. This day will be highly interactive and hands-on. You can expect to have meaningful conversations, discover and learn from one another, and have tangible outputs at the end of the day. This will be a unique experience that will facilitate profound learning. It will not be a typical conference. As a will not be talked at by panels and keynote speakers - you will converse and share with other participants and the facilitators.

Is the content applicable to any industry?

Yes, the Forum’s frameworks and strategies are designed for cross-industry application (and across business, nonprofit, and government) and can be adapted by organizations of any size or sector to enhance culture and performance.

What is the registration cost?

Registration for Flourishing Forums = $895 (through April 24, 2026)

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Impact Through Flourishing Event with Harvard University Professor Dr. Tyler VanderWeele

WFO Admin — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:05:03 +0000

November 10, 2025, Hong Kong

What a great honor to host Dr. Tyler VanderWeele—Harvard University Professor from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Founding Director of the Human Flourishing Program (HFP)—for a captivating session on the science and practice of human flourishing.

This special event, in collaboration with the Harvard Club of Hong Kong, the Harvard Business School Association of Hong Kong, and the Harvard Club of Hong Kong Education Fund, was generously hosted by Latham & Watkins.

With a full house of deeply engaged leaders, Dr. VanderWeele shared groundbreaking insights drawn from nearly a decade shaping the HFP at Harvard. His globally recognized research has fundamentally advanced our understanding of flourishing—demonstrating that genuine success goes far beyond health and wealth. Flourishing encompasses purpose, meaning, emotional and social well-being, character, and strong relationships.

Dr. VanderWeele emphasized that measuring flourishing is essential for organizations seeking to elevate well-being and performance. The results speak for themselves: when flourishing is prioritized, organizations experience higher engagement, less distraction and turnover, and stronger, high-performing teams.

We often say “people are our greatest asset,” but the real opportunity lies in helping people truly flourish—not just perform. Imagine a workplace built on trust, clarity, and belonging, where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully. That’s the essence of flourishing.

At the World Flourishing Organization (WFO), our mission is to translate these insights into real-world impact. We connect a global community of researchers, practitioners, and leaders, and guide organizations to assess, understand, and take action to foster flourishing at every level.

If you’re ready to join this movement and unlock the best in your people and organization, get in touch to learn about:

Practical steps you can take now to enhance flourishing
How to create a blueprint for measuring and embedding flourishing in your workplace in our WFO Executive Flourishing Blueprint Program
Becoming a WFO Certified Flourishing Professional to help bring this science into practice
oining our community

Let’s work together to build a flourishing future—driving better lives, better business, and thriving societies.

Grateful to partner with Philo A., Ian Mok, Anne Chiou, and Michele Ruby to bring this inspirational event to life.

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Karen Seymour speaking at the Impact Through Flourishing Event

Participants at the Impact Through Flourishing Event

Impact Through Flourishing Event

Gordon Watson and Karen Seymour at the Impact Through Flourishing Event

Participants at the Impact Through Flourishing Event

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The WFO launches its inaugural Executive Flourishing Blueprint Program to support organizational success

WFO Admin — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 08:42:52 +0000

July 9, 2025 – Today’s workplaces face a productivity crisis. Only 21% of employees are engaged, burnout rates are at an all-time high, and there’s massive value left on the table – to the tune of up to $9.6 trillion globally, or 9% of GDP, according to Gallup. In response, the World Flourishing Organization (WFO) has launched their flagship Executive Flourishing Blueprint Program, guiding leaders to build flourishing organizations.

This Program goes beyond a focus on wellbeing and engagement. Backed by science, measurement, and fundamentally transformative actions, executives will design a blueprint for enhancing their organizational flourishing, with the goal of boosting productivity, igniting innovation, and delivering sustainable growth.

The Blueprint Program will be delivered by renowned experts from around the globe, including researchers from Harvard and Baylor Universities, strategic alignment practitioners from Australia, and WFO leadership. The first cohort includes senior leaders from a wide range of industries, locations, and roles.

“Our goal is to guide executives to chart the course for their organization’s flourishing journey, creating a place where Monday mornings energize employees instead of draining them, where the best people stay, and the best prospects want in.” said Eleanor Allen, CEO of the WFO

This 6-month program draws upon research, tools and frameworks and combines expert insights, peer learning, and practical application to ensure executives leave with actionable strategies. A key benefit for participants will be developing a strong peer network through collaborative problem solving, group learning and experience sharing.

Why Flourishing? Why Now? Flourishing is a multi-dimensional state of human strength, encompassing happiness, health, meaning, character, relationships, and financial stability. It bridges what matters to people with what drives organizational success.

Flourishing is a Strategic Business Asset. According to Wellhub, 82% of CEOs surveyed reported a positive return on investment (ROI) from flourishing programs. CEOs see flourishing as a business imperative because it directly impacts their bottom line through higher productivity, lower turnover, and reduced healthcare costs.

“Flourishing helps unlock potential and performance. It’s not feel-good fluff, it’s serious business, with science-backed strategies that drive measurable change.”— Gordon Watson, Chair, WFO

This program supports Executives to understand the science of human flourishing, advance what it means for people to flourish at work and lead by example to inspire the global movement towards flourishing, to help elevate the lives of 1 billion people by 2035.

About the World Flourishing Organization

The World Flourishing Organization (WFO) is leading a global movement embracing flourishing at work, through innovative programs, partnerships and advisory services, so that flourishing is the new measure of success. We help people and organizations reach their full potential and boost performance with science, speed, and simplicity – at scale.

Learn more: staging.worldflourishing.com

Media Contact:
Karen Seymour, Chief Impact Officer, karen@staging.worldflourishing.com

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Flourishing Takes Center Stage with WFO, Harvard, Baylor, and Gallup

WFO Admin — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:46:00 +0000

Washington, D.C., USA – April 30, 2025 - As burnout rises and organizations struggle to deliver real human value, the World Flourishing Organization (WFO) introduces a bold new benchmark: flourishing as the future of human performance. On April 30, Gallup HQ will unveil the first year results of the Global Flourishing Study, the largest and most rigorous research effort of its kind. Backed by Harvard University and Baylor University, this event marks a pivotal moment for understanding the science behind human flourishing and its impact on work. WFO CEO Eleanor Allen will join Professors Tyler VanderWeele, Byron Johnson, and Matt Lee to explore how flourishing is being activated at scale, with implications for global policy and workplace culture. “Our goal is to make flourishing practical, measurable, and scalable—so every organization can unlock the full potential of their people and achieve peak performance,” said Eleanor Allen, CEO of the WFO.

“Our goal is to make flourishing practical, measurable, and scalable–so every organization can unlock the full potential of their people and achieve peak performance,” said Eleanor Allen, CEO of the WFO.

In 16 years of Gallup’s global study, engagement has never dropped twice — until now. In 2024, it fell from 23% to 21%, costing an estimated $438 billion in lost productivity. Europe and MENA remain lowest at 13% and 14%. Business as usual won’t fix it; a new standard built on flourishing is needed.

Key Initiatives Announced:

F-Org™ Trustmark – Global recognition for organizations designing the best journeys for their people.
Flourishing at Work Index – A rapid 14-question diagnostic adapted from the global research to assess workplace flourishing.
Flourishing Bootcamp – A six-week online leadership program.
Flourishing Blueprint – A six-month transformation program to elevate human potential.

WFO also supports the rollout of Harvard’s 12-question flourishing measure, offering personal reports for employees and organizational insights. Participating organizations are recognized as Rising F-Orgs™.

“Flourishing is serious business. It’s an asset on your balance sheet. It warrants focus and attention from the board and management committees.” said Gordon Watson, Chair of the WFO.

Why Flourishing? Why Now?

Flourishing is a multi-dimensional state of human strength, encompassing happiness, health, meaning, character, relationships, and financial stability. It bridges what matters to people with what drives organizational success.

This event is a call to action. Join WFO’s mission: 1 billion people flourishing by 2035.

About the World Flourishing Organization

The World Flourishing Organization (WFO) is a global platform redefining great work. Co-developed with leading academic institutions and powered by science, the WFO helps organizations measure, activate, and scale flourishing to unlock performance, retention, and resilience.

About the Global Flourishing Study

Led by Harvard University’s Human Flourishing Program, Baylor University’s Institute for Studies of Religion, and Gallup, the Global Flourishing Study tracks 240,000 people across 22 countries over five years, providing unprecedented insights into human flourishing worldwide.

Learn more: globalflourishingstudy.com
Media Contact: Karen Seymour, Chief Impact Officer, karen@wforflourishing.org

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