Kathleen Edelman has dedicated over 30 years to helping people speak kindly to one another by mastering the art of communication. She specializes in using the four temperaments as a foundation for building meaningful connections among individuals, families, and teams. With a Master's in Christian Counseling Psychology, Kathleen is a trusted counselor, coach, and trainer who has a deep heart for strengthening marriages, supporting parents, empowering educators, and equipping leaders.

Ellen Gray is a Certified Master Facilitator for Kind Words Are Cool and leads temperament trainings and seminars for companies, schools, and organizations across the country. She's worked alongside Kathleen since 2021 and has a huge passion for helping people experience joy and breakthroughs through understanding the temperaments. She’s been married to Ryan for 18 years and they have 3 sons. Ellen is passionate about the outdoors, sports (Go Braves!), and serving others.

Since finishing her master’s in social work, Kim has been counseling adolescents and families for over 20 years.  Kim currently works for Pathways2life as a Parent Specialist walking beside parents whose teens are struggling. After attending a women’s conference and hearing Kathleen teach the temperaments, Kim tells everyone who will listen how the temperaments have changed her family and transformed how she counsels clients. Kim was married for 32 years before her husband passed away in 2019. She two grown children and a cockapoo named Roxie.

Trace Blackmore is the CEO and founder of Blackmore Enterprises and The Rising Tide Mastermind, and hosts the "Scaling UP! H2O" podcast. A seasoned business owner, leadership coach, and keynote speaker, Trace offers valuable advice to clients aiming to improve team communication and leadership. With over 25 years of industry experience, Trace guides executives, teams, and entrepreneurs to elevate their leadership skills and achieve greater success. Outside of work, Trace enjoys SCUBA diving with his family. He is married and has a son, with whom he shares this passion.