Lindsey J. Frank

Lindsey Frank is a transformational leader, educator, and author dedicated to empowering individuals and communities to create meaningful, heart-centered change. As the founder and CEO of The Butterfly Within, LLC, Lindsey guides heart-centered changemakers to awaken their potential and become Butterfly Effect Catalysts™, helping them align with their purpose and take courageous action. Her work blends transformational coaching, holistic practices, and mindful leadership, offering workshops, retreats, and experiences that inspire personal and collective metamorphosis. Lindsey’s journey into transformational work stems from over 13 years as an educator, where she cultivated social-emotional learning programs and led initiatives that nurtured student and teacher well-being.

In addition to her entrepreneurial work, Lindsey serves as President of Educating Mindfully, a national nonprofit focused on embedding mindfulness into education. During her tenure, she has co-created the Mindfulness-Based Learning Framework, developed micro-credential programs for educators, and guided the organization through strategic growth and expansion. Lindsey’s leadership philosophy centers on embodiment, heart-led action, and cultivating environments where individuals and systems can thrive. She has been recognized for her innovative approach to education, authoring books and resources that support learners of all ages in embracing change and personal growth.

Lindsey’s mission extends beyond education into the broader realm of personal transformation and community impact. Through her holistic guidance, speaking engagements, and forthcoming publications, she helps individuals navigate life transitions, break through limiting beliefs, and connect with their authentic selves. Combining her expertise in mindfulness, social-emotional learning, and transformational coaching, Lindsey continues to inspire others to embrace their wings, step into their purpose, and create ripple effects that positively influence the world around them.

• Integrative Life Coaching Certification
• Dare to Lead Trained
• Meditation & Mindfulness Teacher Certification
• Children's Yoga Specialty
• Yoga Specialty Certification - Trauma-Informed
• Brain Management Training Program
• Dahn Master Certification
• Mindful Schools Coursework Levels 101 and 201
• Yoga Instructor Certification - RYT 200
• Principal Endorsement
• Restorative Practices Certificate
• National Society of Leadership and Success Training Program
• ESL/ELL Endorsement
• Learning Behavior Specialist I
• Self-Contained General Education

• National Louis University - M.A.S.

• Independent Author Network Award Finalist (Children's Fiction)
• NIEA Book Finalist: Children's Inspirational/Motivational
• EIU Alumni Leadership & Service Award
• National Engaged Leader Award