HeartMath European Symposium 3.0 · Speaker
Howard Martin
Executive Vice President, HeartMath Institute
Co-Founder, HeartMath LLC
Live · Athens
Heart Intelligence
Leadership
Performance Science
30+
Years in HeartMath
50+
Countries Reached
500+
Organizations Trained
1M+
People Impacted
Biography
“One of the most influential voices in the science of heart intelligence and its application to leadership, performance, and human potential.”
Howard Martin is Executive Vice President of HeartMath Inc.. For over three decades, he has been at the forefront of research and application linking heart intelligence, emotional regulation, and high performance in individuals, organizations, and institutions worldwide.
A sought-after speaker and trainer, Howard has worked with Fortune 500 companies, military organizations, healthcare systems, and government agencies across more than 50 countries. His work bridges the gap between cutting-edge science and practical leadership application, helping leaders and teams perform with greater clarity, resilience, and coherence under pressure.
He is co-author of The HeartMath Solution and a key contributor to HeartMath’s global research program, which has produced over 400 peer-reviewed studies on the physiological and psychological benefits of heart coherence. His presentations combine scientific depth with real-world relevance, making complex ideas immediately applicable to the challenges leaders face today.
At the HeartMath European Symposium 3.0, Howard will present on the science of heart intelligence and its direct implications for leadership, decision-making, and organizational culture — drawing from decades of applied research and field experience across sectors.
Key Topics at the Symposium
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The science of heart intelligence and its role in leadership performance
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Heart coherence as a measurable, trainable state for decision-making
03
Building resilient teams through inner regulation and collective coherence
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Translating physiological science into organizational culture and practice
Speaker Video
Speaker Introduction
Video coming soon
A short introduction from Howard Martin — available ahead of the Symposium.
Sessions at the Symposium
Keynote · Main Stage
Lead Change and Influence the Future: The Heart in Leadership
Day: Friday, 30 October 2026
Time: 14:30 to 15:30
Duration: 60 minutes
Format: Keynote
Description: Howard Martin opens the Symposium by setting the HeartMath and leadership frame for the entire event. His keynote explores heart intelligence, coherence and their direct relevance to leadership, decision making, performance and organizational culture.
Workshop · Main Stage
HeartMath Techniques in Practice: Building Coherence Together
Day: Sunday, 1 November 2026
Time: 10:15 to 11:45
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Experiential Workshop
Description: A shared experiential HeartMath workshop where participants practice core techniques and explore how coherence can be cultivated individually and collectively.
Affiliations
HeartMath Institute
Executive Vice President
HeartMath LLC
Co-Founder
Global Coherence Initiative
Board Member
Attend the Symposium
Join Howard Martin and 8 world-class speakers in Athens, October 30 – November 1, 2026.







