Kate Fagan Taylor

Change agent, Consultant, Entrepreneur, Foodie, Parent

Kate Fagan Taylor, MDiv, CMC is the Principal of GrowthPoints Strategies, guiding executives and their companies to discover and develop inspiring work cultured as a business advantage. Early in her career, Kate earned a Masters of Divinity degree at the University of Notre Dame and then served as an Interfaith Chaplain at the University of Victoria, BC. She became an advocate for inclusion of women, LGBTQ+ and other underrepresented groups in the leadership of faith-based communities. Since then, she’s followed an unconventional career path of guiding strategy and business transformations in the not-for-profit, public sector, health, academic and technology sectors. Most recently, Kate led a successful tech company start-up. Kate loves creating experiences where people can reflect, gain insights and explore their potential. She served as executive director of a retreat centre, was the director of executive talent development for the BC Public Service, and provides executive coaching. In February 2023, Kate gave a TEDx talk that shared her personal story about learning to navigate change from a mindset of freedom. Kate serves on the Board of Directors of Island Women in Technology (iWIST). On weekends, she enjoys gardening and science fiction. With ideas that inspire, Kate guides organizations to solve their practical business challenges by providing management consulting, culture assessments, executive coaching, keynotes and workshops.l

Helping people and organizations grow- probably relates to my love of gardening, growing and giving away food and flowers. I love seeing someone’s potential and reflecting that vision back to them… we all need people who believe in us!

The way we think about Time can help us navigate change… I just did a TEDx talk on this (:

I started my own business in 2020 as a work culture strategist for tech companies and the public sector. I am enjoying success and fulfillment in this new venture and have worked really hard- so I am celebrating by attending the TED conference! Last month I gave a TED talk myself at a TEDX in Victoria, BC so I can appreciate the kind of preparation and work by the speakers. I am looking forward to meeting other people who embrace new ideas, growth, and fun.

Dreaming movie-like stories every night