Kate Cooper is a consultant, commentator, coach and Co-Founder and CEO of Kate Cooper Ltd. Following an academic career, Kate joined the UK’s Institute of Leadership & Management as Head of Research, Policy and Standards where she shaped an innovative research programme informing, inspiring and impacting the practice of great leadership. She is a conference keynote speaker, and provides expert commentary on a range of topics arising from the leadership agenda.

She is regularly quoted in regional, national and international media, has appeared on both BBC television and radio.  She has also been a regular contributor in Dialogue Review, the business magazine for leaders. In addition to an MBA from Cranfield University, Kate has various post-graduate qualification in Education and Women’s Studies. She is a Companion of the Institute of Leadership & Management and a Doctor of Management candidate at the University of Hertfordshire.