Kathy Taylor

Kathy Taylor is a leadership strategist, executive coach, and the founder of The HEART and HOPE Leadership Connection™. With more than 30 years of experience, Kathy connects leaders with communication and ideas that create change in how they lead, follow, and evolve.

She is a certified practitioner in DISC, Emotional Intelligence (EQ), and Relational Intelligence (RQ). She is widely recognized for helping leaders deepen their self-awareness, improve communication, and lead with purpose.

Kathy is the author of Lead with Heart: Dear Leader, Set the Tone and Do It First, a bold and reflective guide rooted in her original HEART Framework™—Honesty, Empathy, Authenticity, Responsibility, and Trust. She believes leadership isn’t about perfection; it’s about presence, courage, and choosing to go first when it matters most.

Her earlier works, The Diary of a Grown-Up and The Diary of a Grown-Up Journal invite readers to embrace the inevitable changes and challenges that come with growth and life. Both titles serve as thoughtful companions for those navigating personal transformation and leadership from the inside out.

Kathy is also the creator of The Leadership Elements Index™, a powerful tool that helps leaders assess how they show up, communicate, and create meaningful impact in the workplace and beyond.

She has been invited to speak on numerous podcasts and has authored published articles highlighting how communication, culture, and connection are the true catalysts for healthy relationships—both in the workplace and in life.

Her signature eyeglasses are more than a style. They symbolize perspective, clarity, and the courage to see leadership differently. Whether speaking from a stage or writing from the heart, Kathy curates spaces for reflection, connection, and authentic leadership.