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I'm passionate about walking side by side leaders as they navigate complex people-centered challenges. You got this!

Kathryn Booker-Veloz in her studio

Welcome! If you're here, chances are you're facing one (or more) of these challenges:

  • Struggling to solve problems due to a lack of trust on your team
  • Constantly managing or repairing your professional reputation
  • Wanting to lead with more emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity
  • Feeling a disconnect between your values and how you're leading
  • Noticing conflict avoidance and "artificial harmony" among your team
  • Experiencing low morale, disengagement, or lack of cohesion
  • Hitting roadblocks while trying to lead through change
  • Longing to become a more people-focused leader who leads with empathy, influence, and authenticity

My Background

Drawing from over 10 years of personal and professional experience and an internationally recognized Certification in Change Management, served as a Youth, Family, and Community Development Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (Dominican Republic), and I've had a successful career within a distinguished Federal Government Agency where I became a Civil Servant and U.S. Diplomat.

I had the privilege of serving as the youngest leader on my C-Suite leadership team, and walked side by side Ambassadors, Sr. leaders and U.S. Diplomats alike, coaching through complexity, change, and the deeply human work of leading people well.

Today, I bring that same rare mix of global perspective, organizational resilience, and emotional intelligence to the leaders I train and coach so they can lead with greater confidence, influence, and integrity, especially in this A.I. revolution.

Our People

Meet the Team

Dawne Woods, PMP

Business Development Advisor

Dawne Woods, PMP

A PMP-certified executive with more than 20 years of experience in federal government contracting, business development, proposal management, and program operations. As President of FusionPoint Inc, she has provided strategic leadership and oversight of business operations, financial performance, and organizational growth while managing complex federal contracts, multidisciplinary teams, and subcontractors. Currently serves as a Business Development Advisor for Influence Leadership Lab, leveraging extensive expertise in federal and state contracting, strategic planning, proposal development, and operational management to support business growth and new contracting opportunities.

Kita Williams

Strategic Communications Advisor

Kita Williams

With more than 16 years of experience across the government, nonprofit and private sectors, Kita brings expertise in strategic communications, brand development and creative direction. She helps the Influence Leadership Lab team turn complex ideas into clear, compelling communications that engage leaders and move the organization's work forward.

Certifications & Credentials

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PROSCI Change Management Certified

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Brené Brown "Dare to Lead" Trained

ICF-Aligned Coaching

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