Turning Tension into Retention
Kim Laughlin is a sought-after speaker and trusted advisor to organizations that want to build cultures where people actually look forward to Mondays.
Known for her sharp insight and no-fluff approach, Kim helps leaders get to the root of workplace dysfunction, rather than just managing the symptoms. From team tension to turnover, she equips companies with the tools to move from drama-filled to dynamic. Her methodology, rooted in awareness, people-first strategy, and actionable execution, has helped public and private sector organizations, including the U.S. Navy, Gillette, and Judd Wire, achieve measurable improvements in retention, engagement, and performance.
As a transformational leadership coach, former Director of HR, and the founder of Cultural Apex Coaching, with over 30 years of corporate experience and over 12 years as a business owner, Kim’s expertise spans leadership communication, trust-building, and productive dialogue, three pillars that make or break a team’s success. As a certified coach with a deep background in HR, recruiting, and corporate training, Kim combines mastery of soft skills with strategic thinking to create high-performing cultures. She’s especially skilled at guiding leaders through the uncomfortable but necessary conversations that lead to lasting change.
From keynote stages to boardrooms, Kim inspires audiences to rethink leadership and redefine what’s possible when people feel heard, valued, and empowered. Her message is clear: Culture begins at the top and starts with effective communication. If your team dreads Mondays, Kim’s the partner to turn that around.