Seasoned experts with a passion for results.

We’ve walked in your shoes, and we’re here to guide you through your AI and new technologies journey.

Kairos = opportune moments

Kairos Growth Advisors was founded by leaders who have faced the same challenges you’re dealing with today.

We know what it’s like to be under pressure to deliver results, and we’re here to help you succeed.

Our business model is designed to create and manage opportune moments. Built for today’s realities and offering hands-on, expert guidance tailored to your unique needs, we ensure you seize the moment.

Integrity. Innovation. Impact.

These are the core values that drive everything we do.

At Kairos Growth Advisors, we believe in acting with integrity, driving innovation, and making a tangible impact. Our approach is holistic and collaborative, ensuring that every solution we deliver is aligned with your business objectives and set up for long-term success.

Leadership that inspires.

Get to know the Leaders of Kairos Growth Advisors.

With over 20 years of experience crafting innovative growth strategies for competitive businesses. and a proven track record as a three-time startup CMO, Miriam excels at turning challenges into opportunities.

Before Kairos, Miriam was the CMO at Nanit, leading global marketing and e-commerce initiatives. She also drove rapid expansion at MakeSpace, growing the company from 4 to 31 markets in under two years. Her experience extends to luxury retail with M.Gemi and leading direct-to-consumer marketing at Under Armour.

An industry thought leader, Miriam is a keynote speaker and co-author of the Amazon top 10 business book, Managing Customer Relationships: A Strategic Framework.

Throughout her career, she’s partnered with top consulting and marketing firms and led her own firm, Ratio Consulting, working with Fortune 500 clients like Microsoft and Nordstrom. Miriam is passionate about understanding customers and creating real value in their lives.

Miriam Washington KendalL

Kurt is a co-founder of Kairos Growth Partners and is passionate about the business opportunities that are created from disruptive technologies like artificial intelligence. 

He has a Ph.D. from MIT and has held senior executive roles at Glaxosmithkline, Under Armour, and Sears Holdings.  He began his career as a management consultant where he led digital, data, and analytics transformations for clients while working at McKinsey & Company and Kurt Salmon (now part of Accenture).

At Kairos Growth Advisors, Kurt is dedicated to driving business growth for clients by bridging the gap between the theoretical potential of technology and the practical realities of delivering results. 

He has successfully led complex, high-impact transformations across multiple industries including retail, consumer products, media, financial services, and healthcare.

KURT KendalL, PHD

John brings over 20 years of expertise in data-driven strategies and innovative technologies to Kairos Growth Advisors in his capacity as Expert Advisor.  As a seasoned Senior Data & Analytics Executive, John specializes in transforming complex data into actionable insights, driving measurable business growth across diverse industries.

John has held senior leadership roles at renowned companies including Signet Jewelers, Total Wine and More, Under Armour, and Lowe's Home Improvement where he focused on integrating advanced analytics into core operations. Most recently, as SVP of Enterprise Data and Analytics at Signet Jewelers, John spearheaded AI-powered initiatives that optimized customer insights, marketing strategies, store operations, merchandising, and demand forecasting.  His leadership was instrumental in modernizing data platforms and integrating advanced analytics into core business functions.

With an MBA from Northern Illinois University, John has successfully led transformative initiatives in retail, consumer products, digital marketing, and cloud transformation, always with a focus on creating measurable business value. His passion lies in leveraging emerging technologies like Responsible AI to bridge the gap between innovative concepts and practical implementation. 

John howard, MBA

Why Kairos?

Proven expertise, a hybrid model, and a track record of delivering value.

Our seasoned team offers expert guidance across a wide range of technologies and industries. Our hybrid delivery model maximizes your ROI by combining top talent with cost-effective implementation. With a proven track record of realizing value, we’re the partner you need to navigate the complexities of AI.

Let’s Build the future. Together.

Learn more about how we can help you achieve your goals.