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Brené Brown

Researcher, Storyteller, and Courage-builder at University of Houston & University of Texas

Dr. Brené Brown is a prominent researcher, author, and speaker known for her work on vulnerability, courage, empathy, and leadership. She currently serves as a Visiting Professor of Management at the Red McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin, a position she has held since January 2020.1

In addition to her role at UT Austin, Dr. Brown is a Huffington Endowed Chair and Research Professor at the University of Houston, where she has been since 2001. She is also the Founder and CEO of the Brené Brown Education and Research Group, established in 2016.1

Dr. Brown's research focuses on the intersection of social work and psychology, particularly how vulnerability can be a source of strength in leadership and personal development. She has authored several best-selling books, including Dare to Lead, which emphasizes the importance of courage in leadership roles.1

Through her work, Dr. Brown has gained recognition as a thought leader in her field, often engaging audiences through TED Talks and various media appearances. Her contributions to understanding human connection and emotional intelligence continue to influence both academic and professional communities.

Highlights

Sep 13 · linkedin

One of my favorite books on trust is “The Thin Book of Trust,” by Charles Feltman. His definitions so beautifully capture what emerged from our data on trust. The third edition of the book is available now — very much worth the read!

Sep 12 · linkedin

A new “Unlocking Us” episode just dropped! It’s the first of eight podcasts in a series I’m calling, “On my heart and mind!”

Grab a cup of tea and join me and the wonderful Valarie Kaur for a conversation about her new book, “Sage Warrior.” Valarie is building a movement to reclaim love as a force for justice, healing, and transformation in America.

She believes the love ethic is essential to birthing a multi-racial democracy and a sustainable future.

I love this quote from her: “Revolutionary Love is the call of our times — the choice to leave no one outside our circle of care.”

It’s not just a book — it’s an invitation! ❤️

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Experience

Visiting Professor of Management at The University of Texas at Austin - Red McCombs School of Business since Jan 2020
Founder + CEO at Brené Brown Education and Research Group since 2016

Education

Ph.D. in Social Work from University of Houston; Master's Degree in Social Work from University of Houston; Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from The University of Texas at Austin

Location

Houston, Texas, United States