EXPERT ON:
◉ Decision-Making & Emotional Intelligence
◉ Leadership Development
◉ Legacy & Calling
◉ Overcoming Adversity
◉ Team Building & Collaboration
EXPERIENCE:
◉ Trauma-Informed Leadership Expert – Award-winning keynote speaker helping leaders navigate crisis, resilience, and human performance under pressure.
◉ Crisis Response & Human Behavior Specialist – Brings 20+ years of frontline experience translating neuroscience and trauma psychology into practical leadership strategies.
◉ Author & Founder of RISEUP Phoenix Institute – Equips organizations with world-class training in preparedness, response, recovery, and sustainable leadership.
Dr. Krista Fee is an award-winning keynote speaker, IACET CEU Authorized Training Developer, and internationally recognized leader in trauma-informed leadership, critical incident response, and crisis management. With advanced education in military and trauma psychology, a foundation in criminal justice with a forensics concentration, and a graduate-level background in national security, she brings a rare interdisciplinary lens to human behavior under pressure. Backed by more than two decades of frontline experience across emergency medicine, search and rescue, disaster response, and human trafficking investigations, Dr. Fee translates complex neuroscience and psychology into clear, actionable strategies for high-stress environments. Her work bridges the gap between theory and real-world application, equipping professionals with the tools to think clearly, lead effectively, and respond decisively when it matters most.
As a multiple international bestselling author and founder of the RISEUP Phoenix Trauma and Crisis Institute, Dr. Fee has developed world-class curriculum and CEU-eligible training programs that serve educators, healthcare systems, first responders, military professionals, and community organizations. Her frameworks focus on prevention, protection, preparation, resilience, response, and recovery—delivered through a trauma-informed, neuroscience-backed approach that prioritizes both performance and people. Known for her powerful stage presence and deeply engaging delivery, she challenges conventional leadership models that sacrifice human sustainability for output, and instead offers a blueprint for building cultures that are resilient, accountable, and operationally sound. Her work has positioned her as a trusted voice in high-impact industries seeking to strengthen safety, leadership, and long-term human performance without breaking the people they depend on.