With 30 years of experience in the DEI industry, Leah Kyaio has built a reputation for doing things differently. Coming from a deep cultural lens of respect, Leah’s approach focuses on teaching individuals and organizations to be respectful, no matter the circumstances. Whether someone is known, accepted, or understood, Leah believes that respect is the foundation for all communication and relationships. She has created four successful businesses, each designed around research, development, and delivery of tools for respectful, clear communication, conflict management, and cultural transformation.

Leah specializes in "diversity repair and recovery," helping organizations recover and thrive after unsuccessful DEI initiatives. The research-based content she’s developed is now the foundation for Respex, a groundbreaking tool designed to ensure every message is professional, respectful, and inclusive.