Through Increasing Consciousness, Aang is redefining what it means to lead in today's world—one that values interconnectedness, embraces liberation from socialization, and champions the inherent worth of every individual.
With Increasing Consciousness, our goal is to facilitate equity in the world through elevating the consciousness of world leaders. The founder, Aang, is a certified Life, Spirituality, and Meditation Coach, Violence Prevention and Leadership Consultant, International Speaker, and a Senior Advisor for Inclusive Leadership and Employee Engagement. They also hold certifications in Change Management, Crisis Intervention, Emergency Management, Dare to Lead, Anti-Violence Victim Advocacy, Yoga, Mindfulness Meditation, and Sound Healing.
Aang utilizes a transdisciplinary approach that brings together key concepts from the fields of Leadership, Critical Social Work, Organization Development, Violence Prevention, Diversity and Inclusion, Public Health, Social Constructionism, Social Norms Theory, Appreciative Inquiry, Intersectional Oppression, and Change Management. These areas, in addition to their personal practices and certifications of various consciousness practices, are each essential in navigating the complexities of facilitating equity work on a global scale.
Our Services
Our Founder and CEO
Aang Lakey
Consciousness Coach | Consultant | Speaker
Founder, Increasing Consciousness
Aang is the visionary Founder and CEO of Increasing Consciousness, a pioneering organization dedicated to transforming leadership through the lenses of consciousness, reflexivity, and equity. With a profound commitment to awakening leaders to the interconnectedness of human experiences, Aang empowers organizations and individuals to cultivate equitable and compassionate environments that drive true change.
My Mission
I am on a mission to increase the global consciousness through leaders and changemakers facilitating meaningful equity work across the world. Leaders influence everyone around them with their thoughts, beliefs, behaviors, and actions and helping them to embody consciousness practices that build their body, emotional, social, and systems intelligences will naturally encourage others to do the same.
My Values
Authenticity, Service, Kindness, Equity
Aang is a coach and advocate that holds degrees in Criminal Justice, Social Work, and Human Relations and Organization Development with a focus on Executive Leadership.
Drawing on a rich tapestry of experiences, Aang’s journey from military and federal roles to entrepreneurship reflects a powerful narrative of resilience, advocacy, and transformative leadership. They have spent their career advocating for the voices of the marginalized, breaking down barriers, and reshaping systems to prioritize human dignity and inclusivity. As a former Diversity and Inclusion Specialist and Senior Advisor, Aang has navigated complex landscapes, championing the need for trans-disciplinary approaches and understanding the intersectionality of oppressions within organizational frameworks.
Aang's entrepreneurial spirit was ignited by a desire to move beyond traditional structures and create a platform where leadership and consciousness meet. Through Increasing Consciousness, they guide leaders in embracing reflexivity, congruence, and presence—key aspects that align actions with values and foster authentic, impactful leadership. Aang's approach integrates their extensive background in social justice, executive leadership, and violence prevention, bridging gaps between knowledge and practice to cultivate leaders who embody the change they wish to see.
An accomplished speaker and thought leader, Aang has shared their insights at prominent conferences, including Europe and Africa SHARP Symposiums, Korea SHARP Symposium, and the National Sexual Assault Conference. They have been recognized for their groundbreaking work with numerous accolades, including Army Commendation Medals, Federal Employee of the Year Awards, Provost's Courage Award, and state-based advocacy honors. Aang’s passion for advocacy began as a volunteer victim advocate and has evolved into a career focused on empowering others to lead with consciousness and courage.
Aang’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Norwich University, a Master of Social Work from the University of Vermont, and a Master of Science in Human Relations and Organization Development with a focus on Executive Leadership. They continue to integrate these diverse fields of study into their coaching and consulting practice, promoting a holistic approach to leadership that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental to organizational success.
If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Contact me by email at:
Aang@IncreasingConsciousness.org
You can also follow me on Instagram for daily insight on coaching, yoga, meditation, and violence prevention @Increasing_Consciousness
