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February 12, 2026

THE WORK WELL STUDIO

WHO WE ARE

❋ VISION

We envision a future where organizations build cultures that reflect their responsibility to society and share power to strengthen the communities they are a part of.

❋ MISSION

The Work Well Studio empowers community-serving organizations to cultivate bold leadership, center lived experience, and build caring cultures. We help build environments where individuals are supported and invested in one another’s wellbeing laying the groundwork for sustained, community-led transformation.

Building Organizations for the Future

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Building Organizations for the Future 〰️

OUR STORY

Launched in 2022 under the leadership of Mykella Auld, The Work Well Studio was founded on the belief that organizational culture and social culture exist in a symbiotic relationship, each continuously shaping and being shaped by the other. In this view, the values, beliefs, and practices within an organization are both informed by, and contributors to, broader social norms and behaviors. With this core belief, The Work Well Studio rooted itself in the conviction that “working well” is a shared responsibility, a collective commitment that enriches both our professional lives and personal wellbeing. The concept of a “studio” emerged as a natural expression of this idea: a space dedicated to creativity, reflection, experimentation, and community building.

In 2025, The Work Well Studio became a specialized center for leadership and culture at Odyssey Alliance. By blending leadership development, culture strategy, and wellbeing-informed practice, The Work Well Studio strengthens the internal capacity of organizations to create environments rooted in trust, care, and shared accountability. This work fuels lasting, community-led change, grounded in the belief that how we work is just as important as what we work toward.

Today, The Work Well Studio serves as both a resource and a catalyst, helping mission-driven teams align their values with daily practices, and build cultures that sustain people, purpose, and progress. Because our impact has more to do with how we do our work than what we do. It hinges on building systems and practices that are strong enough to hold the weight of our missions.

Mykella has this uncanny knack for leading change. She's got this mix of smarts and intuition that helps her understand what needs shifting in an organization's culture. She doesn't just identify these things, she moves mountains to ensure the changes happen.
And it's not just about the business side of things. Mykella genuinely cares about people's wellbeing. She's always looking out for the team. She's helps create a place where people feel valued, heard, and, most importantly, happy.
- Vice President of a Social Impact Organization
Mykella meets individuals where they are in a non-judgmental and supportive way. She develops culture frameworks and leadership coaching services that meet the needs of both the individual and team. Mykella understands the need to create shared meaning and builds processes in place to get teams to this stage. She sees and invites differences in a manner that honors all perspectives to develop a deeper understanding. She brings with her, expertise around strategy and adult learning in ways that are accessible and adaptable to the processes, resources, and needs of an organization.
- Manager, City of New York
When it comes to working with stakeholders and launching culture initiatives, she's a real pro. Mykella knows how to get everyone on the same page, steering us towards a common goal. The programs we've launched together have not only been successful but have also made a real difference, thanks to her.
- Portfolio Director, National Philanthropy
My time with Mykella has been very valuable she has offered me insights, perspectives, and approaches that I did not have before my leadership coaching with her. I think coaching in this way is something that all new leaders and managers need. In our roles middle-managers are constantly supporting systems and people, we don’t have a space for us to process. This has been so helpful.
- Program Manager, University Department
Our time together was incredibly valuable. Your approach helped me think about the insights in a way that felt both authentic to who I am and aligned with my growth edges. It was a powerful example of what great looks like. I came away not only feeling inspired in my own development, but also more equipped and confident in supporting my own team. The leaders who get to work with you are truly fortunate.
- Director, Change Management, HR, National Health Care Company