Heather Collins, Ph.D.

Heather Collins, Ph.D. is a cognitive neuroscientist and keynote speaker based in Charleston, South Carolina.1 She specializes in transforming neuroscience findings into actionable insights for professional and personal development.1

Professional Background

Dr. Collins holds a Ph.D. in Psychological and Brain Sciences from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Washington.1 Her career spans both academia and public speaking:

Academic Roles::

• Senior Research Scientist & Biostatistician at the Medical University of South Carolina (2012-present)
• Chair of the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Trident Technical College (2012-2017)
• Professor of Psychology at Trident Technical College (2012-2017)
• Research Scientist at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine (2007-2010)
• Cognitive Psychology Research Scientist & Instructor at UC Santa Barbara (2001-2007)1

Public Speaking:: Dr. Collins has been working as a keynote speaker since January 2018.1 She has delivered three TEDx talks and speaks to diverse audiences across various industries.1

Expertise and Focus

Dr. Collins's work focuses on:

• Boosting confidence
• Managing change
• Improving memory
• Igniting innovation
• Sparking creative thinking1

She aims to help professionals and organizations leverage brain science to transform leadership, inspire teams, and create "power thinkers".1 Her approach involves translating complex neuroscience concepts into practical, actionable strategies for personal and professional growth.2

Dr. Collins describes herself as an energetic speaker who enjoys engaging with professionals from various fields, including business, finance, marketing, law, education, healthcare, and technology.1 Her goal is to help individuals and organizations tap into their brain's potential to solve problems and drive success.12