About Dr. Kathy Allen

Dr. Kathleen Allen

Coach, thought leader, author, and trusted advisor, Dr. Kathy Allen helps organizations and individuals create meaningful change using Nature as a model for more effective leadership practices. In recent years her time has been spent writing, presenting, and consulting on ways to incorporate the concepts of living systems and Nature’s adaptive cycle to leadership, human, and organizational development. Dr. Kathy Allen’s clients include executives, non-profit organizations, businesses, and collaborative networks based in the United States and in countries around the globe.

Her work provides a unique framework that challenges traditional views and creates a new paradigm for mission-driven, purpose-filled leadership firmly anchored in the design of Nature.

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She is the author of the popular book Leading from the Roots: Nature Inspired Leadership Lessons for Today’s World. The popularity of Leading from the Roots speaks to a worldwide desire for more sustainable, interdependent organizations that contribute not only to their bottom lines but to the greater good of their communities. 

Dr. Allen provides new insights each week at KathleenAllen.net, contributing to many forward-thinking print and online publications. Along with Dr. Cynthia Cherrey, she is the co-author of Systemic Leadership: Enriching the Meaning of Our Work.

Visit the Resources page for a list of Dr. Kathy Allen’s articles, presentations, and other works.

In the Media

Speaking Events

Dr. Kathy Allen is a frequent speaker at live and virtual events on topics on leadership, sustainable organizations, living systems, leadership, and Nature as coach, model, and mentor. Contact Bonnie Harris if you’re interested in having Dr. Kathy Allen participate in your next event.

October 12-15, 2023
25th ILA Global Conference

Kathy Allen
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