Kara Valentine

Kara Valentine – Storyteller, facilitator, and creator of Elevationism, guiding the emotional + spiritual arc of midlife awakening.

Kara is a visionary social impact entrepreneur whose work bridges personal growth, global connection, and community empowerment. As co-founder of Threads Worldwide, she helped create pathways to economic independence for women artisans through fair trade jewelry and purpose-driven collaboration. She holds a degree from Tufts University and a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the University of Denver, grounding her work in both academic insight and compassionate leadership. With more than 15 years in the nonprofit and social enterprise sectors, Kara blends lived experience, intuitive wisdom, and a deep commitment to global citizenship. She brings a gentle, expansive presence to every room—shaped by her passion for service and inspired daily by her two daughters. (karavalentine.com)