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Lori King-Taylor, M.Ed. is a keynote speaker, executive coach, and corporate trainer who helps leaders and teams elevate performance through the power of emotional intelligence, intentional leadership, and high-impact communication. With more than 25 years of experience in leadership development and organizational effectiveness, Lori has partnered with organizations across industries—including automotive, manufacturing, aerospace, financial services, education, technical, and nonprofit sectors—to build cultures rooted in trust, accountability, and connection.
Before founding her consulting company, Lori held leadership roles at General Motors, served as an International Training Manager for I-CAR, and owned and operated her own automotive business for 11 years—giving her a deep, practical understanding of the real-world challenges leaders face. She holds a master’s degree in Training and Organizational Development and is currently pursuing her Ph.D., further strengthening her research-based approach to developing people and organizations.
Lori is the author of Elevate Your EQ: 52 Powerful Strategies to Improve Your Emotional Intelligence, My EQ Journal, and What I Would Tell My 18-Year-Old Self. A TEDx speaker, Certified John Maxwell Trainer and Executive Coach, and active member of the National Speakers Association, Lori is known for blending neuroscience, storytelling, and actionable tools that inspire individuals to lead with insight, build with trust, and succeed with purpose.
Before founding her consulting company, Lori held leadership roles at General Motors, served as an International Training Manager for I-CAR, and owned and operated her own automotive business for 11 years—giving her a deep, practical understanding of the real-world challenges leaders face. She holds a master’s degree in Training and Organizational Development and is currently pursuing her Ph.D., further strengthening her research-based approach to developing people and organizations.
Lori is the author of Elevate Your EQ: 52 Powerful Strategies to Improve Your Emotional Intelligence, My EQ Journal, and What I Would Tell My 18-Year-Old Self. A TEDx speaker, Certified John Maxwell Trainer and Executive Coach, and active member of the National Speakers Association, Lori is known for blending neuroscience, storytelling, and actionable tools that inspire individuals to lead with insight, build with trust, and succeed with purpose.
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