The Founders
The Minds Behind
the Method.
Over five decades of combined expertise in communication science, neuroscience, and leadership development — united by one mission: to permanently transform how leaders show up under pressure.
Kathryn Stewart
Co-Founder & Lead Coach
· Biography
With 32 years of experience spanning performance, communication psychology, and leadership development, Kathryn brings an extraordinary depth of expertise to every session.
Her work integrates nervous system regulation, voice development, and authentic storytelling at the highest level. Kathryn's approach is grounded in the science of how the body and brain work together under pressure — and how that relationship can be permanently rewired.
A sought-after coach for executives, founders, and public figures, Kathryn has helped hundreds of leaders discover that the voice they've been hiding is the most powerful one they have. She believes authentic communication isn't a skill you learn — it's a biological state you train your body to access.
· Career Highlights
32 years in performance, communication psychology, and leadership development
Integrates nervous system regulation with voice development and authentic storytelling
Worked with executives, founders, and C-suite leaders across North America
Recognized for transforming high-stakes communicators at the highest level
· Credentials & Training
BA Applied Arts
Communication & Performance
MSc Organizational Psychology
Human Behaviour & Leadership
Theatre Training
University of Victoria
Faculty
BCIT
· Biography
Kevin brings graduate-level expertise in communication science, curriculum development, and adult learning to every program built at Leader Regulation Lab™.
His methodology is precise, evidence-based, and designed for leaders who operate in high-stakes environments where every word counts. Kevin's work sits at the intersection of neuroscience, communication theory, and instructional design — creating programs that don't just teach skills, but create lasting biological change.
As the architect of the ASCEND™ Leadership System and the R3 Protocol™, Kevin has developed frameworks that are used by executives, founders, and senior leaders across North America. His approach treats communication not as a performance skill but as a regulated neurological state — one that can be systematically trained and permanently transformed.
· Career Highlights
Graduate-level expertise in communication science and adult learning
Architect of three proprietary frameworks used by leaders across North America
Precision-built curriculum designed for high-stakes communication environments
Combines evidence-based methodology with real-world leadership application
· Credentials & Training
MA Communication
Simon Fraser University
BEd
University of Alberta
Adult Learning
Curriculum & Instructional Design
Faculty
BCIT
Kevin Ribble
Co-Founder & Lead Coach
Together
50+ Years of Combined Expertise. One Clear Mission.
Together, Kathryn and Kevin developed four proprietary frameworks used by executives, founders, and leaders across North America. When you work with Leader Regulation Lab™, you work with a full team built around the same standard of client commitment they have built their careers upon.
50+
Years Combined Experience
4
Proprietary Frameworks
500+
Leaders Transformed
100%
Neuroscience-Based
Work Directly With Our Founders.
Every engagement begins with a direct conversation with Kathryn or Kevin. Book a consultation to explore what's possible for you and your team.