Who am I?
I’ve been a professional leader for over 30 years—a journey that continues to energize and challenge me, and one that I remain deeply passionate about. My leadership journey has taken me around the world as an Army Officer, Consultant, Board Chairman, and Chief Executive.
Like most leaders, my path has included challenges, failures, successes, highs, lows, recessions, and periods of massive growth. The constant has been people and the ongoing challenge of adapting, influencing, guiding, and learning from talented leaders. In my current role, I work closely with and positively influence business leaders at the top of their game as they seek to perform at the highest level. My strengths and skills include:
- Developing strategic execution plans.
- Facilitating business strategy.
- Leading and developing high-performance teams.
- Coaching experienced CEOs and business leaders to define and achieve the next level of leadership.
- Reshaping the composition of Boards of Directors.
- Supporting Board Chairs, Founding Directors, and Managing Directors in leading change.
- Succession planning.
- Leading tough conversations.
Every day, I am paid to make a difference in people’s lives, support them in simplifying their businesses, and do what I love. Does it get any better than that? Not really.
“Leighs is fortunate to work with Kendall as he has bought real value and insight to our business and he has provided a very positive contribution to our success.”
Anthony Leighs, Managing Director Leighs Construction
Leading from the front 