I started a journey with the simple goal: to empower leaders at all levels to make a real, positive impact. Over the years, I’ve been dedicated to teaching cultural competence, positive business principles, change, leadership, and belonging, helping people navigate challenging situations and creating win-win-win outcomes (Wins for you - Wins for me - Wins for the community)!

With our unique 8-week Professional Certificate in Cultural Competence course and the books that we’ve published, we equip leaders with the tools they need to lead effectively through change. What sets this approach apart is the focus on understanding and embracing cultural differences to drive strategic breakthroughs. Our approach is hands-on, interactive, and designed to make a difference where it matters most. By bridging gaps, creating belonging, and fostering understanding, we can create spaces where everyone thrives.

We specialize in leadership development that meets the moment. Our core offerings include:

• Cultural Competence & Leadership Training
• An 8-Week Professional Certification in Cultural Competence
• Customized Coaching & Consultation for Organizations

Through every engagement, we help individuals and organizations recognize blind spots, reframe challenges, and lead with empathy, belonging, clarity, and courage.

Kimberley Barker, Ph.D. 

Founder & Executive Director

With over twenty years of experience in cultural strategy, leadership coaching, and organizational transformation, Kimberley has created The Institute for Culture, Change, and Leadership to meet a growing need: helping leaders make informed, inclusive decisions in an increasingly complex world. And, please check out my TEDx talk at Why Cultural Competence Should be the New D.E.I.