Dr. Kim is a dynamic leadership strategist and ICF Professional Certified Coach® with a wealth of experience designing transformational learning and development programs. As the Chief Learning Officer of Keep Rising, she partners with organizations to elevate leadership capability, engagement, and culture through innovative learning design and people-centered strategy.

Known for her infectious energy and dynamic facilitation, Dr. Kim helps leaders be their best selves as they translate insight into action. Her expertise spans leadership development, coaching, organizational culture, and learning strategy. A sought-after keynote speaker and consultant, she has worked with national organizations and conferences including ASCD, Learning Forward, and the Instructional Coaching Group. She currently serves as President-Elect of Learning Forward Virginia, where she continues to champion professional learning as the engine of lasting leadership growth.

Now transitioning to retirement Dr. Kim brings 30 years of experience in education—as a teacher, coach, principal, and central office administrator—to leaders and organizations ready to grow. As an ICF-certified coach and PhD in Leadership, her passion is helping individuals and teams rise with purpose and authenticity. Her podcast Rise Up and Lead explores real lessons and stories from leaders who choose to grow from the inside out.

When she's not helping others rise, Dr. Kim is joyfully singing in her church, dancing as a licensed Zumba® instructor, and spending time with her husband, three sons, and granddaughter.