Inspiring Health and Productivity with "Lighten Up for Good"
Roslyn Franken's personal journey is a powerful testament to resilience and transformation. At 29, she triumphed over cancer, and at 39, she successfully addressed and managed her struggles with food, weight, and stress. Her firsthand experiences haves given her deep insights into how poor health, negative attitudes, and ineffective lifestyle management can undermine personal well-being and, in turn, impact workplace dynamics and productivity. Roslyn’s story underscores the importance of holistic health and its profound impact on both individual lives and organizational success.

Her corporate speaking engagements feature her acclaimed program, "Lighten Up for Good," which is based on the principles from her internationally recognized book, The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living. This engaging program is designed to educate and inspire corporate leaders and employees at all levels. By promoting healthier living and mindset practices, Roslyn helps organizations foster a culture of wellness that boosts overall productivity and well-being. Her practical "Lighten Up for Good" strategies and motivational insights, "Lighten Up for Good" empowers leaders and their teams to embrace positive lifestyle changes that benefit both their personal lives and professional lives.
Why Healthy Employees Matter
Organizations that prioritize wellness recognize that healthy, happy employees contribute to increased productivity, reduced absenteeism, and lower turnover. By fostering positive living and effective stress management, Roslyn helps create a more vibrant work environment that ultimately improves the bottom line.
Integrating Wellness and Resilience
Building on the principles from The A List, Roslyn also offers a presentation inspired by her book Meant to Be: A True Story of Might, Miracles, and Triumph of the Human Spirit. This program focuses on resilience and equips employees and leaders with the courage and determination needed to navigate workplace challenges, ensuring both personal health and professional success. 
Expertise and Background
Roslyn's approach is grounded in her robust educational background and professional experience. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a minor in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management, a Master’s degree in Human Systems Intervention and certifications in Organizational Psychology with a focus on Executive Coaching. Her diverse expertise empowers her to design and implement effective wellness interventions tailored to organizational needs. She is also available for Executive Coaching services.
What Clients are Saying
"It was the team’s first offsite meeting and hearing that the members appreciated management taking the time to understand general well being and overall wellness in their staff was the best compliment we could have asked for. Sometimes having a neutral party review what is most common in our daily lives can be an eye opening experience.  Roslyn’s down to earth approach of open dialogue and not a directive attitude only goes to show us all that our experiences are often very similar and if time taken how much more stressed our daily activities could be. Hope to have another session with Roslyn in the future."
~ Angela Stacey, Inside Sales Manager, Neutronics Components Ltd.  ​

"Thank you for the presentation “From Wish I to Watch Me” that you made to a group of our employees on June 19th. Your enthusiasm and positive energy was inspiring and you have facilitated our group to recognize stressors in their life that they weren’t even aware of. One of our employees has even made the decision to quit smoking! Your caring and concern is genuine, and it is apparent that you truly want your clients to achieve their full potential. Thank you again for the excellent presentation!"
- Tara Sevigny, Manager, Administration, GRAND & TOY LTD.

"We truly enjoyed our day with Roslyn. The 'Lighten Up for Good' session was very interactive, informative and refreshingly fun and humorous. Roslyn was inspiring and empowering and offered excellent reflection on self-care triggers and recognition. Everyone fully enjoyed themselves but also understood the full meaning of the session. We look forward to having her come back and speak at one of our conferences in the near future.
~ Christine Lalonde-Page, Vice-Chair, ONTARIO MUNICIPAL SOCIAL SERVICES ASSOCIATION zone 7

"Roslyn, I would like to thank you for presenting your Healthy Living presentation to our Health and Safety Conference in October. Many of our 160 participants noted that it was a very appropriate and positive way to end the conference, they also feel that what they gained from your presentation will be very useful as we all strive to maintain a healthy living regime. Your positive, upbeat presentation was inspirational and kept everyone very much focused on the message. Once again I want to thank you for your presentation."
~ Chris Aylward, Regional Vice President, National Capital, Union of Taxation Employees

"Roslyn’s presentations were entertaining, uplifting, and thought-provoking. Her message that, adjustments to even the littlest things can result in a huge difference in someone’s happiness and well-being, resonated with the audience. Roslyn’s presentation empowered staff to identify triggers in their lives that cause unnecessary stress and provided simple solutions."
~ Lynn Godding, CHRP, Senior Manager, Human Resources & Total Rewards, Champlain Community Care Access Centre

"Just a quick note to thank you for the excellent presentation you gave to The NRCan Women’s Network. Over 45 women sat enthralled and delighted with the honest and sensitive material you presented. Influencing others to take action in self care is a noble undertaking. Your warmth and down to earth examples gave many the impetus to start! Thank you!"
- Susan Laing, President, Senderlea Communications Inc., Facilitator, Natural Resources Canada's WOMEN'S NETWORK

"It is with great pleasure that I recommend Ms. Roslyn Franken as an exceptional facilitator. She has provided sessions on Healthy Eating and Positive Living to Health Canada employees for the past year, which were well received by all participants. Ms. Franken has demonstrated the excellent interpersonal and professional skills that make her an outstanding presenter. She is very proficient in dealing and guiding people in difficult and stressful situations and ensures that all clients are provided an opportunity to express their needs for healthy eating habits. We are very pleased to offer services provided by Ms. Franken who supports our unit's mandate of improving well-being amongst our employees."
- Sandra Benoit, Manager, Centre for Workplace Well-Being, HEALTH CANADA

"Roslyn’s presentation ‘Stop Stressing and Start Living’ was uplifting, and a lesson in being good to ourselves. Her interaction with the audience and focus was refreshing, and her own personal life story empowering. As women we’re often at the bottom of the list, and this was a gentle reminder to take time for us, even in the midst of our hectic lives."
~ Melanie Murphy, International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) 
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Transform Your Work Environment
Roslyn Franken's innovative programs are more than just presentations—they are transformative experiences that foster a culture of wellness and resilience within the workplace.