Kate Walker is an Executive Leadership and Human Resources expert and Author. SPHR and SHRM-SCP certified, Kate has over two decades of senior-level corporate Human Resources experience, serving as Senior Human Resources Leader at global companies in marketing, entertainment, and sports including Nintendo, United States Tennis Association, Publicis and TBWA.
Kate made her corporate exit in 2021 to start Kate Walker Consulting, a full service consulting company that helps leaders build powerhouse skills that positively impact company culture and their bottom line. Kate is recognized for her contributions to team dynamics, leadership, business strategies, and mindset for business owners, team leaders and people managers. She is known for her supportive, understanding and encouraging approach to high-level mentorship of building and leading high-performing teams. Kate has been featured in Wall Street Journal, Authority Magazine, SHRM’s HR Magazine, Hive and Ivy Exec.
Kate's book, ‘A Candid Conversation: Lessons in Life, Love, and Leadership’ seeks to inspire women closing a life chapter and redesigning their future through a journey of determination and self-awareness. Both a memoir and a guide to reflection and empowerment, ‘A Candid Conversation’ shares the advice and tools Kate wishes she’d had while navigating a corporate exit, single parenthood, and entrepreneurship — so you too can find success on your own terms. Kate seeks to inspire anyone looking to redesign their life to go on a journey of self-awareness.
Kate aspires to make even greater impact in the areas of women's empowerment initiatives.