Kyle Gilkeson
Senior Consultant
With deep experience in brand development and strategy, Kyle (he/him) brings a creative skillset and mindset to the 18 Coffees team. In previous leadership roles, he led cross-functional creative teams in service of private-sector travel, design, and tech brands, like Marriott International, as well as public sector and nonprofit businesses, like Vote.org. Now, with 18 Coffees, he’s focused on helping businesses adapt, navigate change, and develop talent. He loves the electricity of an ambitious idea—and the craft of bringing it to life.
- Home base: Chicago, IL 
- Available for engagements globally 
Location
- Technology & Software 
- Government & Public Sector 
- Non-profit & Advocacy 
- Financial Services 
- Travel & Hospitality 
- Food & Beverage 
- Media & Entertainment 
Industry Experience
- AI Strategy & Implementation 
- Digital Innovation & Transformation 
- Strategic Communications & Marketing 
- Organizational Change Consulting 
- Training Facilitation & Leadership Coaching 
 
                        