Kim Ellis is an independent training consultant and the founder of L&D Free Spirits — a global community she built in 2024 after recognizing there was nothing out there specifically for freelance Learning & Development professionals. Seven years into her own self-employed journey, with over a decade of corporate L&D experience behind her, Kim created the community she wished had existed when she started. Her no-nonsense approach, deep industry knowledge, and genuine care for her members have made L&D Free Spirits one of the most respected communities in the global L&D space. She hosts the Free Spirits LIVE! annual online conference and offers the 90-day Booster programme to help members build momentum fast. Kim was recognized as an industry partner of The Learning Network and brings practical, empathetic leadership to everything she runs.