Kathryn Preston is a keynote speaker, professional performance coach, and motivation expert with a diverse background in healthcare, education, and business. Her philosophy centers on the belief that inspiration must be accompanied by action, a principle that underpins her engaging keynotes and workshops. Kathryn’s approach equips attendees with practical insights that can be directly applied to foster change, enhance team dynamics, and cultivate productive organizational cultures.

With a career that began as a special needs healthcare provider, Kathryn worked in both hospitals and universities, gaining invaluable experience in compassionate care and effective team building that informs her current work in the corporate world. She has since transitioned to full-time speaking and coaching, sharing her expertise across a wide range of sectors, including healthcare, technology, logistics and beyond. Her insights have been featured in leading publications like Fortune and Fast Company, highlighting her innovative strategies for achieving peak performance in the workplace.

Kathryn works with diverse industries to address common challenges, such as ineffective communication, inconsistent motivation, navigating organizational change and culture shifts. She bridges the gap between technical and human aspects of problem-solving, enabling teams to communicate clearly, advocate for their interests, and develop sustainable strategies for employee engagement. Her focus on cultivating trust within teams fosters an environment conducive to innovation and collaboration.

An expert in positive mental frameworks, Kathryn employs evidence-based principles and relatable storytelling to elevate leaders and teams. Her sessions are designed for a variety of settings, including corporate events, professional development, and employee resource groups. Through her unique methods, Kathryn helps individuals discover their leadership presence, ultimately building cultures rooted in trust and a commitment to innovation.