E505 – Kindra Howard, From Employee to Empowered: A Female Leadership Journey
“Starting from scratch is no joke. You see the stats out there, like, 90% [of businesses] don’t make in the past one or two years”
Kindra discusses the evolution of project management over the last decade and how businesses—especially mid-market companies—recognize the strategic importance of having dedicated leadership to guide complex initiatives. She shares the reality of scaling a consulting firm, from automating back-end systems to managing lines of credit and staffing amid uncertainty. Through the lens of her buy-in journey, Kindra outlines key lessons on partnership, negotiation, and the value of structured succession planning. Whether you're a founder planning your exit or a professional dreaming of ownership, Kindra’s story is a testament to the power of grit, vision, and choosing the right people to go through the fire with.