“Knowing Kendra has really been nothing short of transformative, from Kendra’s unique approach to professional learning and training, to her empowering words. Kendra leads her work as a professional trainer with empathy and understanding for her audience. She has a way of connecting with people, building relationships and being relatable, that allows her message to be received and resonate deeply with her audience. It is definitely also a plus that she is hilarious! I love being in Kendra’s presence! She has an infectious energy that is a melting pot of positivity and realism. I can personally say that Kendra has been extremely impactful in empowering me to fulfill the ‘highest, most truest expression of myself’! She has not only empowered me through her words but through her life. Her relentless pursuit of her goals and dreams and execution, step by step has been inspiring. Kendra is also always willing to share her story, her journey, and lend a hand to uplift and empower. She is truly a GEM!

~Dr. Afiya Fredericks, Director of Professional Learning, Mindset Works, Inc.”

“I recently asked our veteran mentors who have spent the last year working with Kendra what they would want for their new teammates, without hesitation all three exclaimed….KENDRA! Kendra has led our team of professional mentors on a journey that will stick with them throughout their lifetime. Working with children facing some of the highest risks brings a high level of secondary trauma. The tools Kendra provided for this team show up every day in how they treat and empower the children enrolled in our intensive program. Her knowledge, kind demeanor and transparency has been a gift to our entire program. I don’t know how we could have launched our mission without Kendra guiding our ship.

~Kim Hatfield, Executive Director, Friends of the Children-Central Oregon”

“Kendra has done a terrific job of tailoring training opportunities for GEAR UP schools. I appreciate that she doesn’t just come in and deliver the same program to each site, but instead works with folks on the ground to better understand their needs as well as how they are uniquely positioned to deploy the tactics she offers. By being strategic, she is able to apply the principles of growth mindset in creating a plan that works for each school. I’ve witnessed her demonstrate the concepts behind growth mindset/social and emotional learning in her training sessions and is quick to recognize that she grows and learns with every session she leads.

~Stephanie Carnahan, Oregon GEAR UP Director”

“Kendra finds the positive potential in people and situations. She is a brave leader who dares to lead with passion and persistence. You can always count on her to do what is best for all.

~Suzanne Strite, Co-Director of Professional Learning, Confederation of Oregon School Administrators (COSA)”