WHAT WE OFFER
Sharing Expert advice in Grant Writing, Experiential Tourism and Economic Development
KLB’s CEO, Founder, and Principal Consultant Kyra Knapp has received recognition as one of “Ontario’s Top 10 Economic Development Professionals'' 2021, Business Elite’s “Top 40 Under 40 Business Professionals in Canada” 2022, and the Better Business Bureau’s 2023 Torch Award Winner for Business Ethics. She has experience working with economic development organizations, municipalities, businesses, and organizations in her roles as a CEO, Economic Development Officer, Indigenous Business Advisor, Project Manager, and Grant Writer. She is continuously looking for new opportunities to share her expertise and foster the tourism industry.
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Speaking Engagements
Audibles Indigenous Writers Group
Guest Speaker | July 11th, 2024
Kyra Knapp (KLB Consulting) and Jaymie Consulting (White Otter Consulting) recently served as guest speakers for Audible's Indigenous writers group. They provided invaluable insights into the art of grant writing, sharing essential tips and tricks to enhance grant proposals. The session focused on identifying suitable grants, crafting persuasive narratives, and avoiding common pitfalls. Both seasoned and emerging Indigenous writers benefited from the knowledge and strategies discussed, helping them secure funding and advance their literary projects. This event offered a unique opportunity for participants to gain valuable insights and connect with fellow Indigenous writers.
Social Hire: Values-Based Leadership
Guest Speaker | January 18th, 2024
In this interview with Tony Restell from Social Hire, Kyra discusses the importance of Values-Based Leadership and how we’ve implemented these practices into our daily business operations.
Throughout this interview, Kyra highlights the importance of creating a safe work environment where team members can ask questions, voice their opinions, and work at their own pace which leads to a motivated team and increased productivity.
Watch the full Values-Based Leadership with Kyra Knapp Interview!
Camping in Ontario Annual Conference
Keynote Address | November 21st, 2023
This year’s Camping in Ontario Annual Conference is all about helping business owners continue to succeed and grow with various perspective lenses in regards to inclusivity and diversity.
Kyra was asked to be a Keynote Address and discuss the power of Experiential Tourism, the ways in which it can transform a business, and how we can make tourism a force for good within Ontario.
Prepr - Future of Hospitality
Guest Speaker | September, 2023
In this episode of “FutureLabs: Own Your Future” with Prepr, Kyra discusses various aspects of tourism and the sharing economy. It explores the impact of regenerative tourism and the need for improvements.
Throughout this episode, Kyra and the other guest speakers examine how rural areas can benefit from platforms like Airbnb, the effects of regulations on accommodation platforms, and the challenges faced by restaurants during economic downtimes. This episode focuses on the need to improve the tourism industry within rural areas and how hospitality plays an important role in doing so.
Leading with Values and Collaboration
Podcast Guest | July 27th, 2023
In this episode of The Boiling Point’s “Leading With Values and Collaboration” Podcast, we get to learn about Kyra’s journey to becoming a leader in the Economic Development and Experiential Tourism Industry.
Throughout the episode, Kyra discusses her background and the journey that led her to start her own business in economic development as well as her passion for tourism. She shares some of the ways to collaborate and have the self-confidence and self-esteem to make new connections within the industry. She also discusses her opinion on economic development (and how it was broken) as well as the city of Leamington in which she lives and the diversity it has.
eLearningU
Podcast Guest | April 19th, 2023
In the first episode of Junction Consulting’s, eLearningU Podcast, Kyra was asked to break down what Experiential Tourism really means and how to properly execute a marketing campaign for a successful tourism experience.
During this episode, Kyra discusses the experiential marketing for “From Tree to Table,” where David Schonberger, a Carpenter turned Tourism Operator guides guests through an immersive and sustainable charcuterie board creation. Kyra also highlights the power marketing has when it comes to turning an event into a true experience.
Annual General Meeting - Leamington Arts Centre
Guest Speaker | April 13th, 2023
As a member of the community and a key player in piecing together this year’s Annual Report, Kyra was asked to be a Guest Speaker to present key findings and opportunities the Leaming Arts Centre has.
Southern Ontario Tourism Conference 2023
Guest Speaker | March 8th, 2023
At this year’s Southern Ontario Tourism Conference, Kyra joined as a Guest Speaker to discuss tips and tricks for improving your grant writing skills so you can fund your innovative tourism ideas. Alongside understanding how to write compelling stories to access funding, Kyra discusses important details to look out for such as eligibility criteria and timelines!
Ottawa Festivals
Podcast Guest | January 16th, 2023
Discussing the wide range of grant availability and how you can get your innovative ideas funded today.
In this episode of Ottawa Festivals, Kyra provides a run down on simple, yet effective methods to improve the grant management process and how to share compelling stories with funders. Learn where to find grants, how to know when a grant fits your needs, and the best approach to writing grants.