Robert Laurie, PhD is director of research at WMA Wellness, a company providing positive psychology solutions to enhance workplace well-being, engagement and performance. His responsibilities include developing and validating resources and questionnaires, leading research initiatives, facilitating training workshops and speaking at scientific conferences. He is also responsible for the international development of WMA Wellness, especially in Latin America. Robert is also Adjunct Professor at the University of New Brunswick, President of REL Consultants Inc., and CEO of TRICOAST Education. He has extensive teaching experience in public schools and university settings as well as provincial, national and international experience in the area of large-scale assessments. He was instrumental in developing and validating the Mental Fitness and Resiliency Inventory in English, French, and Spanish.