Dr. Saara is a dynamic keynote speaker, performance consultant, and expert in motivation, ADHD, and optimal human performance. As the founder of Performance is Haapanen and creator of moveatworkchallenge.com, she empowers organizations and individuals to unlock potential through tailored corporate performance training and cutting-edge wellness programs. She trains brains and bodies for optimal success. 

With a PhD in Sports and Exercise Psychology and degrees in Kinesiology and Health Promotion, Dr. Saara blends science-backed strategies with real-world experience. An internationally published researcher in motivation and performance, her work has been featured in Forbes Health, Shape, and other leading outlets.

A former international elite athlete and Olympic alternate, Dr. Saara understands what it takes to thrive under pressure. She leverages her 26+ years of coaching experience in 3 countries. She is passionate about helping ADHD humans reclaim their energy, focus, and calm the chaos. Her signature keynote, Unlocking Potential: Thriving With ADHD in the Workplace, equips leaders and teams with actionable insights for success in today’s dynamic work environment.

Passionate about creating transformative experiences, Dr. Saara delivers workshops and talks that inspire lasting mindset shifts and sustainable lifestyle changes. Whether working with Fortune 500 companies or coaching entrepreneurs, her mission remains the same: to ensure the rest of your life becomes the best of your life.