Meet Rebecca Bales & Kate Cline

Rebecca Bales: Renowned Leader in Organizational and Human Development

Rebecca is a distinguished expert in Organizational and Human Development, with an illustrious career spanning nearly three decades since 1995. With a robust academic background in Psychology and Human Dynamics and advanced graduate work in Organizational Development, she seamlessly bridges academic rigor with practical application to drive transformational change in organizations globally.

An ACC-certified coach through the International Coaching Federation, Rebecca holds a faculty position as an adjunct professor of Leadership Development at the University of Texas at Dallas, where she shapes the next generation of leaders. She is an esteemed member of the Forbes Coaches Council and the National Speakers Association, further solidifying her position as a thought leader and influencer in the industry.

Rebecca’s consultancy and coaching expertise extend across a diverse client portfolio, from Fortune 500 companies to mid-sized enterprises and public-sector organizations. As the Global Partner for Lumina Learning USA, a premier global talent development firm headquartered in London with offices in 44 countries, Rebecca drives initiatives that equip organizations to create inclusive cultures and unlock the full potential of their people—humanity’s most valuable asset.

Rebecca’s professional mission is ambitious yet clear: to revolutionize workplace culture by fostering deep collaboration and respect. Her work emphasizes self-awareness as the cornerstone of transformation, empowering individuals to harness their unique abilities while recognizing and valuing the strengths of others. By cultivating these principles at the highest organizational levels, Rebecca enables companies to achieve enduring cultural evolution marked by inclusion and mutual respect.

A prolific author, Rebecca penned Step Up to the Plate: The Power of Passion and Determination, a compelling exploration of personal change and transformation, which has inspired a range of international women’s empowerment programs. She is also a co-author of Roadmap to Success, alongside iconic thought leaders Dr. Ken Blanchard and Dr. Deepak Chopra, further cementing her reputation as a leader in personal and professional development.

Rebecca operates from Dallas, Texas, where she leads the Lumina Learning USA office, overseeing clients and practitioners across the Americas. Residing in Plano, Texas with her cherished dog, Bailey, Rebecca continues to be a driving force behind organizational excellence, cultural transformation, and leadership development on a global scale.