Dr. Stephanie M. Kirkland is a leadership strategist, executive coach, and the creator of Identity-Centered Leadership™, a transformative framework that helps high-achieving leaders align their identity with their leadership presence. Known as The Identity Shaper™, Dr. Kirkland specializes in uncovering the invisible narratives that shape leadership journeys, empowering leaders to show up with authenticity, confidence, and impact.

With over a decade of experience, Dr. Kirkland has developed proven strategies to help leaders navigate workplace dynamics, overcome systemic barriers, and turn leadership challenges into opportunities for growth. As the author of IDENTITY™ and the architect of transformational programs such as Reclaiming Your Narrative™, Leveraging Your Uniqueness for Success™, and The Neruoscience of Identity™ she equips leaders with the tools to build resilience, lead with clarity, and create lasting influence.

Dr. Kirkland’s work is driven by the belief that leadership is not about fitting into predefined molds but about embracing one’s unique identity as a source of power. Through her thought leadership, coaching, and development programs, she continues to inspire leaders to move beyond self-imposed limitations, cultivate authentic leadership, and make a lasting impact in their organizations and industries.

Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership Female Leadership, Thought Leadership, Executive Leadership, Influential Women, Women's Empowerment, Organization, Organizational Behavior, Management, Change Management, Business Growth, Workplace Diversity, Self-Improvement,