Dr. Kimberly Harden
Keynote Speaker: Leadership Strategist, Bestselling Author, Founder & CEO of Harden Consulting Group; Creator of the Calibrate Leadership Framework
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Categories:DEI, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Black History Month, Business, Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Executive Leadership, Anti-Racism, Female Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership, Communication, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Overcoming Adversity, Culture, Women's History Month, Women, Influential Women, Belonging, Education, Education Reform, Author, Motivational
Dr. Kimberly Harden Biography
Dr. Kimberly Harden is a leadership strategist, bestselling author, and the powerhouse behind Harden Consulting Group. As the creator of the Calibrate Leadership™ Framework, she helps executives and organizations transform chaos into clarity—fine-tuning leadership approaches to build trust, drive collaboration, and lead high-impact teams.
With a doctorate in Transformational Leadership and a background as a professor of Communication Studies, Dr. Harden brings academic rigor and real-world expertise to every stage she steps on. Her bestselling books—The Allyship Challenge and Cultural Intelligence: A Blueprint for 21st-Century Leadership—have made her a go-to expert on workplace culture, leadership alignment, and the invisible dynamics that make or break teams.
Whether she’s guiding Fortune 500 leaders, government agencies, or fast-scaling teams, Kimberly is known for sparking "A-ha!" moments that lead to lasting change. Her insights have earned her national recognition, multiple awards, and standing ovations at conferences and corporate retreats alike.
Dr. Harden doesn't just talk about leadership—she recalibrates it.
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Dr. Kimberly Harden Speaking Topics
Based on my best-selling book, this session goes beyond buzzwords to explore how leaders can move from performative allyship to meaningful action. Attendees will learn practical strategies for advocacy, accountability, and fostering an equitable workplace culture.
Today’s leaders must adapt, communicate effectively, and navigate complex team dynamics. This session provides a practical framework for developing Cultural Intelligence to enhance collaboration, decision-making, and leadership effectiveness in any professional setting.
Great leadership isn’t one-size-fits-all. This session explores how leaders can assess their leadership impact, adapt their approach to team needs, and align their leadership for long-term success. Learn actionable strategies to refine your leadership style, foster collaboration, and create high-performing teams.
Workplace stress and disengagement signal deeper issues. This session examines how leaders can create psychologically safe environments, rebuild trust, and support their teams to prevent burnout and increase retention.
Connection What if 1+1 didn’t equal 2—but 1? This session challenges the myth of individuality and explores how collectivism and interconnectedness shape success—through shared goals, mutual accountability, and a shift from “me” to “we.”
How do I book Dr. Kimberly Harden to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dr. Kimberly Harden for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dr. Kimberly Harden, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Dr. Kimberly Harden or any other speaker of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Dr. Kimberly Harden for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Dr. Kimberly Harden, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Kimberly Harden are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Kimberly Harden, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Dr. Kimberly Harden speak about?
Dr. Kimberly Harden is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as DEI, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Black History Month, Business, Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Executive Leadership, Anti-Racism, Female Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership, Communication, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Overcoming Adversity, Culture, Women's History Month, Women, Influential Women, Belonging, Education, Education Reform, Author and Motivational.
Where does Dr. Kimberly Harden travel from?
Dr. Kimberly Harden generally travels from Charlotte, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Dr. Kimberly Harden?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Kimberly Harden for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. Kimberly Harden for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. Kimberly Harden or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Dr. Kimberly Harden is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including DEI, Black Heritage and Diversity & Inclusion. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. Kimberly Harden for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Dr. Kimberly Harden generally travels from Charlotte, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Xernona Clayton, Jasmine Crowe-Houston and Israel Greene. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. Kimberly Harden for an upcoming event.
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Dr. Kimberly Harden Speaking Topics
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The Allyship Challenge
Based on my best-selling book, this session goes beyond buzzwords to explore how leaders can move from performative allyship to meaningful action. Attendees will learn practical strategies for advocacy, accountability, and fostering an equitable workplace culture.
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Cultural Intelligence: A Blueprint for 21st-CenturyLeadership
Today’s leaders must adapt, communicate effectively, and navigate complex team dynamics. This session provides a practical framework for developing Cultural Intelligence to enhance collaboration, decision-making, and leadership effectiveness in any professional setting.
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Calibrate Leadership™: Fine-Tuning Leadership for High-Impact Teams
Great leadership isn’t one-size-fits-all. This session explores how leaders can assess their leadership impact, adapt their approach to team needs, and align their leadership for long-term success. Learn actionable strategies to refine your leadership style, foster collaboration, and create high-performing teams.
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Battle Fatigue: Psychological Safety & Trust in Teams
Workplace stress and disengagement signal deeper issues. This session examines how leaders can create psychologically safe environments, rebuild trust, and support their teams to prevent burnout and increase retention.
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The Sum of Us: Rediscovering the Power of Connection
Connection What if 1+1 didn’t equal 2—but 1? This session challenges the myth of individuality and explores how collectivism and interconnectedness shape success—through shared goals, mutual accountability, and a shift from “me” to “we.”
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The Missing Piece in Executive Coaching: Cultural Intelligence
In today’s workplace, executive coaching is no longer optional — it’s a strategic imperative. But as leaders face growing complexity across teams, industries, and identities, one thing is becoming clear: Coaching that focuses only on capability and performance is no longer sufficient.
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How do I book Dr. Kimberly Harden to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dr. Kimberly Harden for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dr. Kimberly Harden, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Dr. Kimberly Harden or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Dr. Kimberly Harden for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Dr. Kimberly Harden, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Kimberly Harden are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Kimberly Harden, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Dr. Kimberly Harden speak about?
Dr. Kimberly Harden is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as DEI, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Black History Month, Business, Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Executive Leadership, Anti-Racism, Female Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership, Communication, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Overcoming Adversity, Culture, Women's History Month, Women, Influential Women, Belonging, Education, Education Reform, Author and Motivational. -
Where does Dr. Kimberly Harden travel from?
Dr. Kimberly Harden generally travels from Charlotte, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Dr. Kimberly Harden?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Kimberly Harden for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. Kimberly Harden for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. Kimberly Harden or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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