BEST-SELLING AUTHOR | PUBLIC SPEAKER | CEO | ENTREPRENEUR | COACH BEST-SELLING AUTHOR | PUBLIC SPEAKER | CEO | ENTREPRENEUR | COACH
Kelli Christina is a best-selling author and sought-after speaker who transforms personal battles into powerful lessons on leadership, resilience, and integrity. With over 30 years in business—including 25 years as a medical recruiter and staffing executive combined with 10 years in hospitality management—she has built companies, led teams, and stood her ground in the face of corruption. As CEO of KD-Staffing and founder of KDC-Making a Difference, LLC, Kelli has dedicated her career to shaping ethical business practices and empowering professionals to thrive.
Her second book, and bestseller Riding the Executive Roller Coaster: Medical Staffing Cases, established her as a bold voice in her field. Her newest release, In Good Faith: A Whistleblower’s War Against a Broken System, takes readers inside her most challenging battles, revealing both the cost and the courage of speaking truth to power. Based in Dallas, Texas, Kelli brings honesty, passion, and conviction to every stage and interview—making her a compelling guest for podcasts, panels, and conferences alike. Ms. Christina’s newest book “In Good Faith” is out for purchase and Pre-Orders through Barnes & Noble this year. The official pub date with the bookstores in Jyl 7th, 2026.
Ms. Christina is not just an author—she’s a force. A CEO who built a national staffing company from the ground up. A whistleblower who stood her ground when the system broke. A speaker who turns boardroom battles and courtroom scars into lessons that matter. Kelli Christina has lived the high stakes of leadership—where one decision can make or break lives, careers, and companies. Her books, Riding the Executive Roller Coaster and In Good Faith, expose the truths most leaders won’t dare to tell. What makes her unforgettable isn’t just her story—it’s her delivery. Dynamic, candid, and unflinching, Kelli connects with audiences who crave honesty and inspiration in a world full of spin. When she speaks, she doesn’t just share insights. She challenges, ignites, and leaves listeners rethinking what it means to lead with courage.
Learn more about Kelli and her books here: Kelli Christina