Meet Kathleen O’Grady

Founder & CEO

As the Founder and CEO of Authentic Leadership Advisors, Kathleen O’Grady guides leaders to tap into their Authentic Intelligence™ (AQ), a blend of cognitive, emotional, and intuitive insight. Known for her ability to disrupt traditional leadership models with a deeply human approach.

Kathleen’s Experience

Kathleen’s work transcends conventional leadership strategies, diving into the deeper layers of leadership that honor both the intellect and the soul. With nearly 20 years of experience, Kathleen helps leaders create meaningful, lasting change by unlocking their authentic potential and aligning with their highest purpose. Founder of the Authentic Intelligence™ Framework, Kathleen has guided top executives, nonprofit leaders, and entrepreneurs with her unique blend of tough love and compassion.

Recognized globally, Kathleen has ranked #1 in USA Today’s Top 10 International Coaches, earning acclaim for her transformative approach. As a Master Certified Coach, she is among the top 4% of over 50,000 credentialed coaches across 143 countries and has played a pivotal role in shaping the future of the coaching profession, contributing to the evolution of ethical standards within the International Coaching Federation. Kathleen’s insightful honesty invites clients into deep, impactful conversations, always seeking to make a difference that lasts.

Kathleen is also a proud childless cat-lady who sees raising the level consciousness and self-love in the world as her soul’s purpose in this life. Her former clients and students would agree…

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