Elia Gourgouris Ph.D.

“I had the absolute pleasure of hosting Dr. Elia Gourgouris on my show "One World in a New World." From our deep and engaging conversation, it became evident that Dr. Gourgouris is not only a Happiness and Corporate Wellness Expert and a sought-after global speaker but also a profoundly impactful author and coach. His personal mantra, "Happiness is a choice," truly encapsulates his approach to life and work, and it resonated deeply with me. Dr. Gourgouris's commitment to enhancing the well-being of individuals and organizations is rooted in his extensive experience as a Clinical Psychologist, Executive Coach, and Leadership Consultant. His books, "7 Paths to Lasting Happiness" and "7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis," co-authored with Kon Apostolopoulos, are testaments to his practical and accessible approach to facing life's challenges head-on while maintaining one's well-being. During our conversation, Dr. Gourgouris shared personal stories and insights that highlighted his journey and the profound impact of his Greek heritage, including a pivotal life lesson from his grandfather. This personal touch added depth to his professional accomplishments and philosophies, making his guidance even more relatable and powerful. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Gourgouris to anyone looking to inject a robust dose of happiness and health into their lives or workplaces. His ability to blend deep wisdom with practical action steps makes him a beacon for those navigating the complexities of modern professional and personal life. If you're seeking to elevate your environment's energy and effectiveness, Dr. Gourgouris has both the expertise and the personal experience to make a significant impact.”

“Elia's passion for creating a better and happier world is contagious. Elia's book, "7 Paths to Lasting Happiness," is a true gem that has touched the lives of countless individuals worldwide (myself included). By providing powerful insights and effective exercises, Elia empowers readers to create and sustain a more fulfilling and joyful life. He is also the Executive Producer & Co-Host of the new reality TV show called "The Kindness Factor." This showcases Elia's commitment to promoting kindness and compassion, not only in the workplace but also in society as a whole. By shining a spotlight on acts of kindness, Elia inspires others to embrace empathy and create a positive impact on the world. I wholeheartedly recommend Elia Gourgouris as an exceptional professional who possesses the unique ability to empower individuals, transform organizations, and spread happiness wherever they go. Thank you, Elia, for your unwavering dedication to making this world a better place, one smile at a time.”

“Elia is a #1 best-selling author, international keynote speaker, and Executive Producer & President of the Happiness Center. Elia brings enthusiasm and energy to every endeavor. If you’re looking for a great speaker/presenter to draw attention to human resources and corporate happiness he’s your guide.”

“Elia, is one of the most professional people I have ever worked with. I had the pleasure of interviewing him on my Podcast. He is a true gentleman! Everyone needs to connect with him. ”

“Sometimes it can be difficult to find the right words to say to someone who means so much to you. I strongly recommend Dr Elia as a great Mentor, Executive Coach and Game changer for any organizations. I have been in touch with Dr Elia for Leadership Coaching and Happiness Programs for organizations in India. It would be impossible to count all the ways that he has helped numerous entrepreneurs and organizations in India and across Globe. He is not only a great Coach and fantastic mentor, but also he has taught me how to mentor other people. He is a great author as well. His both books 7 Paths to Lasting Happiness and 7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis can work as beacon of Joy and Happiness in anyone's life. I strongly recommend both books also He has been an exemplary and visionary mentor ,a great leader who has dedicated his life to the service of humanity for spreading Happiness in the world. I appreciate and treasure everything you have taught me. He is truly a great inspiration for me. Accept my heartfelt gratitude for your time, support, and patience.Thank you for being such a great role model. Best Regards Abhinav Sharma”

“Elia and Randy are wonderful podcast hosts! They are both warm, kind, genuine, and personable gentlemen who create a really enjoyable podcast guest experience! I highly recommend that if Elia and Randy invite you to be a guest on their show, you should absolutely accept! In the meantime, check out their The Kindness & Happiness Connection Show podcast at: https://www.randymcneely.com/podcast-1 Thank you for a really amazing conversation, and for your very kind invitation for me to be a guest on your podcast show, Elia and Randy! You both are appreciated. ”

“Dr. Gourgouris has been an intricate and key contributor for our leadership team over the last 5 years. His focus on organizational Vision and Mission clarification helped our company grow stronger in leadership and size, 500 to 1200 in as many years. Leadership coaching and individual personality assessment, as I have had the pleasure to co-facilitate his The Best Year Yet curriculum with team, and learned so much. A great presenter, who brings in from the heart every time. ”

“Dr. Elia has been a trusted colleague and mentor. Every conversation I have with Elia includes many innovative ideas and dynamic thinking, and I'm uplifted by his expert ability to empower me to live a more happy & intentional life. Elia is also an incredible speaker, he can speak to thousands of people- yet everyone in the room feels like his message was directed towards them. He has a unique ability to inspire, elevate, and influence everyone around him. Whether it be consulting, speaking, or coaching, I highly recommend Dr. Elia! ”

“As the CIO of a $3.8 billion company, I brought Dr. Gourgouris on board to assist us in our leadership transformation journey. What I learned along the way was that true success can not be measured in merely dollars and cents or tasks accomplished, it must also be measured in the intangible ability to truly lead and inspire people to accomplish the mission or objectives of the organization and its leadership. To accomplish this, leadership must be applied at every level of an organization, people must be trained, educated, coached and mentored to perform at their peak level of collaboration and contribution. Very rarely do the stars align and this level of synergy occur on its own. It requires months, if not years of development and focus on the parts of leaders and their organizations to build a true team, capable of achieving amazing things. This journey requires a guide, who has the tools and interpersonal skills to coach an organization along this path to synergy and success. In my experience of over 20 years of senior leadership with fortune 500 companies, I have met only a few select individuals who possessed the insight and skill sets to provide the leadership to achieve this level of transformation; Dr. Gourgouris is one of those individuals. He brings equal parts of coach, mentor and educator, serving as an organizational Sherpa to guide your team to new levels of collaboration and success. With his even handed demeanor and deep interpersonal skill sets, I have seen him transform people and organizations that were deemed unsalvageable. Navigating the complexities of organizational politics and interpersonal issues, Dr. Gourgouris demonstrated time and time again his skill set and experience in creating high performance organizations and cultures. I would welcome the opportunity to partner with him again in any of my leadership and organizational development endeavors, he is the consummate professional.”

“Dr. Elia Gougouris is a man who is committed to your success. He has touched the lives of many with his talents in writing, speaking, coaching, and as a therapist. I highly recommend Dr. Gourgouris to you, your company and/or your group/organization.”

“It has been my privilege to work with Elia in various volunteer efforts. He sincerely cares about others and has a talent for helping people catch the vision of their potential. He is an excellent public speaker and writer. His optimistic outlook and personable manner have a positive impact on those with whom he associates.”

“Elia - has a personality that is easy to relate to and share thoughts with. He is able to ask the kinds of questions that help individuals feel at ease, open up, and share their thoughts, leading to outcomes important to the person being coached.”

“Elia helped us focus on what was important from a human resource perspective and helped us understand how to get maximum effort out of our people. I would highly recommend him to others looking to focus their efforts.”

“Elia's warmth and humor put clients and colleages at ease from the first meeting. Whether it's face to face encounters or through his writing, Elia's professional insights are delivered with passion and compassion setting him apart from other relationship coaches.”