Kathy valade MacDonald
Executive Director
Kathleen–or Kathy–has 20+ years of experience in working with executive teams to lead organizational change, build capabilities and deliver improved performance—both as an advisor and in corporate roles. Kathy has contributed to the Higher Ambition community from its early days. She participated in the original CEO research that became the book, Higher Ambition: How Great Leaders Create Economic and Social Value. She later served as an Executive Fellow for the organization, and in 2021 assumed the role of Executive Director of the Center for Higher Ambition Leadership.
Kathy is an experienced strategy, organization, and leadership consultant. She serves as the Managing Director of TruePoint, a mission-driven consulting firm and founding member of the Higher Ambition community. Kathy began her consulting career with McKinsey & Company. She has also served in corporate roles with Timberland and Key Bank.
Most proudly, Kathy is the mother of four tweens and teens. She enjoys family time including walks in the woods, exploring the beach, sea kayaking, skiing, and family dinners.