Meet Kai
Kai Taylor is a certified executive and organisational coach with over two decades of leadership experience across the globe. From managing international 5-star hotels and cruise liners to executive roles overseeing nationwide teams, Kai brings a deep understanding of how people and systems work.
She holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Organisational Coaching & Leadership from Charles Sturt University in Sydney and completed her professional coach training with the Institute of Executive Coaching and Leadership (IECL). She is a certified provider through the New Zealand AoG panel and is accredited in a suite of Human Synergistics tools including LSI, GSI, and the OCI/OEI culture assessments.
Kai describes herself as a high-performance coach for "corporate" athletes and help to supercharge their careers.
What Sparks me?
People fascinate me. Whether it's in high-performing teams or everyday moments with strangers, I’ve always been curious about what drives behavior, connection, and change.
In my earlier career, working aboard ships, in luxury hotels, and later in large commercial enterprises, I learned how to connect quickly with people from all walks of life. I’ve worked on four continents and speak multiple languages fluently, but it's the human spark that transcends words that interests me most.
My coaching is grounded in clarity, insight, and practical transformation. I love helping clients uncover patterns, shift perspectives, and take meaningful steps toward their goals, whether personal, relational, or professional.
Why I am a coach:
After a decade in senior leadership roles and time spent across public sector agencies, I realized my greatest impact came not from policy or strategy, but from meaningful conversations, those that unlock potential, resilience, and growth.
Coaching allows me to offer the clarity and guidance I wish I’d had at key turning points in my own career. It’s about helping people find their own voice, define success on their terms, and navigate life or work transitions with courage and intention.
Today, I coach with empathy, precision, and a touch of challenge. Whether you're a professional at a crossroads, a leader navigating complexity, or someone looking to reset, I’m here to help guide the process.
If you have any questions, please connect with me:
My career so far
My career began aboard ships, then moved through luxury hotels and large enterprises, each experience teaching me how to build instant connections with people from diverse backgrounds. I’ve worked on four continents and speak multiple languages, yet it’s the spark of human connection; something beyond words; that continues to inspire me.
My qualifications
Professional Association:
HRNZ
ICF
IECL
ITI
Education and Qualifications:
Postgraduate degree in Organizational Coaching and Leadership
Certified Team Coach
Areas of expertise
People Leadership
Self Development
Availability for appointments
✓ In-person / Online / Virtual / Telephone
Office location
Operating days/hours
Language(s) spoken
English
German
