The Hard Work of Leadership
October 8, 2025
When I was in high school, I worked for a dairy farmer who needed to transition one of his fields from row crops to grass.
I'm Ron Kitchens — author, speaker, and podcast host, here to share stories and tools that move leaders to action.
Ron Kitchens is an extraordinary leader who inspires our dreams and shows us how to achieve them.
Denise Lee Yohn
I bring real-world experience and compelling stories that inspire audiences to believe in the power of jobs to change lives and transform communities.
Author of Uniquely You, Community Capitalism, and others that empower leaders.
Stories, lessons, and practical insights for leaders and communities.
is a visionary leader and a driving force behind economic and community development with more than 30 years’ experience leading community growth in Texas, Missouri and Michigan. He serves as the President and CEO of the Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce and Forward Wichita Falls, where he spearheads transformative initiatives to enhance business growth and prosperity.
“Ron Kitchens is an amazing, time-tested and proven leader. Ron share generously his learning over decades in helping people reach their full potential.”
"However disappointing or fractured our stories may be, they have the potential to help us become the unique leaders we are meant to be in this world. In Uniquely You Ron shows you how to listen to your story, take stock, and move steadily into your life's calling."
“Ron is a leader worth following. His life and leadership is packed full of wisdom, insight, know how and practical discernment, based on a life well lived including both success and heartaches.”
Business and self-help gurus are not in short supply today. But Ron Kitchens is, well, unique. He has clawed his way to the top of his industry, earning the respect of the influential masses along the way.
For years I’ve witnessed Ron’s leadership. He leads with love and wisdom. Uniquely You is about embracing your own journey so you can help those you serve. Ron shows us how to lead with that same love and wisdom to grow impact and influence.
Ron Kitchens is an extraordinary leader who inspires our dreams and shows us how to achieve them.
Ron Kitchens carries joy, delight, and a contagious appreciation for the world and the people he meets. He makes us want to be better people, live better lives, and lead with more courage. Don’t miss the chance to glean from his wisdom.
Ron will teach you how to lead with the freedom that only comes when you embrace your unique story.
Learn from the master of leading with integrity and motivating people to achieve extraordinary excellence. Ron Kitchens is a classic American success story, but he doesn’t stop there. He is passionate about helping others achieve the American dream and he has had remarkable success doing so.
Ron has spoken to more than 500 groups on economic development, leadership and community growth. A selection of significant groups spoken to
When I was in high school, I worked for a dairy farmer who needed to transition one of his fields from row crops to grass.
America feels raw right now. The assassination of a man because of his words. Another school shooting, on the very same day. These moments remind
“…We wept and prayed” is a line from It’s a Wonderful Life that describes the collective reaction of a community in a moment of loss.
