Cortney Baker, PhD

Dr. Cortney Baker is an accomplished speech therapist, entrepreneur, and executive known for her motivational insights into women's leadership. With an Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership from Pepperdine University, she has extensively studied and spoken on the advancement of women in leadership roles, particularly within the healthcare sector where she noted significant gender disparities. Dr. Baker is the founder and CEO of KidsCare Home Health, a multi-million dollar healthcare organization operating in Texas and Colorado. Under her leadership, the organization employs a significant workforce and serves a large pediatric population.

Dr. Baker's journey has been marked by resilience and determination. Becoming a single mother at 19, she pursued her education vigorously, earning degrees in Communication Disorders and Sciences from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. She later established KidsCare Therapy in 2003, navigating the company through challenging early years. Her personal challenges included recovering from a stroke at age 37, which temporarily interrupted her doctoral studies, but she returned to complete her degree in December 2015.

Dr. Baker has been recognized for her leadership and advocacy for women in business, being named Texas Business Woman of the Year in 2016/2017. She is a sought-after speaker, delivering keynotes on topics like "UNLIMITED: Conquering the Myth of the Glass Ceiling" and "#METOO. #NOWWHAT?" Her book, "The Ten Do’s and Don’ts for Business Leadership: Lessons to Lead Effectively," is an Amazon #1 bestseller, further establishing her authority in leadership and professional development. Dr. Baker continues to inspire and mentor women, preparing meticulously to effectively address and resonate with her audience's specific needs.