Dr. Kim applies research-based learning strategies that touch both the heads and hearts of her audiences. She facilitates opportunities for people to process new information through conversation, challenges participants to reconsider what they know, and encourages them to take action for the benefit of students and colleagues
Dr. Kim Richardson
Coach, Consultant, Learning Experience Designer, Leadership Strategist, Speaker -- Elevating Leaders for EXCELLENCE – Professional Speaking, Coaching, and Leadership Development
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Dr. Kim Richardson
Biography
With her dynamic energy and extensive expertise, Dr. Kim Richardson is a force in educational leadership and coaching. A Professional Certified Coach (PCC) through the International Coaching Federation (ICF), Dr. Kim’s PhD research focused on leadership identity development. She is thrilled to host her column titled Teachers ARE LEADERS in the 2025 publications of The Learning Forward Professional magazine and serves as the Regional Director for Virginia Learning Forward. Additionally, she is an active member of the VASCD Annual Conference Planning Committee.
Dr. Kim’s impact extends even further—she designed Radical Learners: Coaching for Connection, Certainty, and Autonomy for Jim Knight’s Instructional Coaching Group, and her district’s coaching program was featured in Knight’s book Focus on Teachers. As a current practitioner, Dr. Kim serves as the Director of Induction and Development for Hampton City Schools, where she leads professional learning for school and district teams, focusing on instruction, coaching, and leadership growth. Her dissertation research reinforced her belief that outstanding leaders, especially coaches, are cultivated and supported. Among her many roles, she most cherished her time as an Instructional Coaching Coordinator, where she built the district’s coaching program from the ground up.
Known for her no-nonsense yet deeply engaging style, Dr. Kim combines humor, storytelling, and research-backed insights to deliver high-impact sessions that help leaders navigate stress, build trust, and foster meaningful change. Whether guiding educational leaders through leadership identity development or empowering teams to align their character and actions, Dr. Kim’s message is clear: Rise up and lead. Through her keynotes, workshops, and coaching, she challenges leaders to elevate their leadership, embrace their emotions, and embody their core values to inspire positive change.
Dr. Kim Richardson
Featured Keynote Programs
Empathy and Collaborative Leadership
Leadership today demands the ability to connect with others on a deeper level. This session focuses on the crucial role of empathy and affiliative leadership in fostering collaboration and effective leadership. Participants will explore how empathy enhances relationships, strengthens teams, and improves decision-making. Practical strategies for integrating empathy into leadership practices will be shared, helping leaders to drive success while nurturing trust and engagement across their teams.
Building Trust in Leadership
They Don't Trust You, But They Can!
Trust is foundational to effective leadership, but it is not always easy to earn. In this session, we will explore the complexities of building and maintaining trust in leadership roles. Participants will gain insights into the dynamics of trust-building, learn strategies to overcome skepticism, and discover how to create strong, lasting relationships with team members. By the end of the session, leaders will walk away with actionable techniques to foster trust in their leadership and teams.
Presume Positivity, Ignite Success
The Power of Positive Intent in Leadership
Optimism is a powerful leadership tool. This session examines how presuming positive intent in others can transform team dynamics and ignite success. Leaders will explore the psychology behind positive thinking, its impact on team morale, and how to create a culture of collaboration, resilience, and motivation. Through practical tools and strategies, this session will equip leaders with the skills to harness the power of positive intent to drive organizational success.
Mastering the Art of Inquiry
A Deep Dive into Leadership Questions
Great leaders are also great questioners. This session explores the power of inquiry in leadership, equipping leaders with the tools to ask powerful, thought-provoking questions that drive meaningful conversations and spark innovative thinking. Participants will learn how to use inquiry to challenge assumptions, guide teams through complex problems, and promote professional growth. By mastering the art of asking the right questions, leaders can elevate their teams and organizations.
Dr. Kim Richardson
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