Health. Leadership. Transformation
Optimizing Health for Leaders, Systems, and Communities
Coaching i Consulting i Research
Coaching & Leadership Development
Support for leaders navigating complexity, growth, burnout, and transition — grounded in evidence, systems, thinking, and real-world evidence.
Keynote Speaking & Workshops
Thought-provoking, evidence-informed talks that connect leadership, health, and humanity — designed to challenge assumptions and catalyze change.
Research Consultation & Strategy
Expert guidance on study design, stakeholder engagement, mixed methods, and funding strategy — especially in health, disability, and systems research.
Michelle Scotton Franklin
I’m Michelle —a health scientist, dual-certified nurse practitioner, and systems thinker working at the intersection of health, leadership, and systems design. I’ve spent my career partnering with individuals, families, and leaders to navigate complex challenges and optimize health outcomes.
As Founder of Optimizing Health Collaborative, PLLC, I work with leaders, organizations, and research teams to navigate complexity, strengthen systems, and create environments where people can thrive—not just perform. Together, we step back, see more clearly, and build ways of working that are both effective and sustainable.
My work is shaped by decades of experience in clinical care, research, and policy, and grounded in a simple belief: the most effective systems are those that care for the humans within them.
Because when people are supported well and able to fully realize their creative capacity, they don’t just perform—they live well, lead fully, and thrive together.