Kate Manton, founder of Baobab Works, has been recognised with the Influential Women in Business 2026 award in the Leadership Catalyst category.
With over 20 years of experience leading and transforming teams across 40 countries, Kate helps organisations overcome the hidden costs of disconnected teams and build stronger collaboration, engagement and performance.
The award recognises Kate’s commitment to empowering leaders and building high-performing teams through expert coaching, facilitation and team development strategies.
Through Baobab Works, Kate partners with organisations to create healthier workplace cultures, strengthen leadership capability and help teams communicate more effectively.
Her practical, people-centred approach enables businesses to unlock potential, improve collaboration and achieve lasting organisational success.
Kate believes that exceptional leadership begins with meaningful human connection. By helping leaders understand the dynamics of trust, communication and collaboration, she equips teams with the tools they need to thrive in increasingly complex and fast-changing environments.
Her work spans a wide range of industries and international organisations, supporting leaders to navigate change, inspire their teams and build workplaces where people feel valued, engaged and empowered to perform at their best.
Receiving the Influential Women in Business 2026 award recognises Kate’s dedication to transforming the way organisations lead, collaborate and grow. Her commitment to developing confident leaders and connected teams continues to make a lasting impact on businesses around the world.
LinkedIn (Kate Manton): https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-manton/
LinkedIn (Baobab Works): https://www.linkedin.com/company/baobab-works/about/