Hi, I’m Sara Riedel, founder of the KALA Leadership Collective. I’m a former teacher with a B.A in Education.

I help corporate leaders and leadership teams modernize how they lead by integrating strong leadership fundamentals with practical, real-world AI use.

Tell me if this sounds familiar:

You’ve been told to “use AI,” but no one has really shown you how to apply it to your actual role or responsibilities.

You hear other leaders talking about how they’re using AI, but you’re not quite sure where it fits into your day-to-day work.

You’ve tried using AI, but the outputs don’t sound like you, and you’re not confident putting them in front of your team or stakeholders.

You know AI could help you work smarter, but figuring out how to use it responsibly and effectively as a leader feels unclear.

If that sounds like you, know this: you’re not the problem. You’re working in a system that adopted new tools without building the training to support them.

👉 That’s where I come in.

My Signature 5-Step Process: The KALA BUILD Method

A practical learning method designed to help leaders move from foundational skills to real-world implementation.

B – Baseline leadership skills

U – Upskill with AI

I – Integrate new skills into daily work

L – Learn through real-world application

D – Deliver results

Many leaders join KALA as individuals and some organizations provide access for their leadership teams.

KALA is a ready-made leadership and AI training solution that delivers immediate value, without the time, cost, or complexity of building training internally.

In its first year, KALA has already impacted more than 40 leaders from over 15 organizations, spanning roles from individual contributors to VP-level leaders.

🏆 Why Work With Me? I’ve actually been in your shoes.

I’ve spent over 20 years working inside corporate environments. I’ve designed corporate training and worked directly with external partners, so I understand the time, cost, and complexity involved in building programs internally.

I also know what it’s like to want to grow as a leader while operating in systems that are focused on products, targets, and constant change.

Leaders rarely have access to the kind of training they actually need — especially when it comes to applying AI in real, practical ways.

My approach is research-backed, thoughtfully designed, and grounded in real-world experience. I care deeply about building learning that is valuable, tangible, and relevant, while being respectful of leaders’ time and responsibilities.

I believe leaders deserve development that is practical, relevant, and sustainable — and I’m here to make that possible.