Our Team
Our creators are passionate experts in emotional intelligence, mental health, and leadership, dedicated to making EQ education simple and practical. With backgrounds in therapy, coaching, and corporate leadership, they bring real-world experience to every course. Their mission is to help individuals and teams build the emotional skills needed to thrive at work and in life. Together, we’re closing the EQ gap and creating a future where understanding emotions leads to better relationships, stronger teams, and less stress.
Jacob McCloud
Co-Founder, AlignEQ
Jacob is passionate about making emotional intelligence (EQ) accessible to everyone. As a husband, father of six, and entrepreneur, he has experienced firsthand how EQ impacts relationships, leadership, and everyday life. As the co-founder of AlignEQ, he has used his background in video production to bring EQ education to life, creating engaging courses that make learning these essential skills simple and practical. Driven by personal growth and the belief that EQ is the foundation for stronger families, better teams, and smarter decision-making, Jacob is on a mission to close the EQ gap in workplaces and beyond.
Kathy Kinghorn, LCSW, CSAT
Co-Founder, AlignEQ
Kathy has spent over 15 years as a therapist and 20 years in the corporate world, giving her a unique perspective on the intersection of emotional intelligence and leadership. Throughout her career, she has worked with hundreds of leaders, helping them develop the foundational EQ skills needed to lead with confidence, both at work and in their personal lives. She knows that strong leadership starts with self-awareness, emotional control, and the ability to build meaningful relationships. As the co-founder of AlignEQ, Kathy is dedicated to making these life-changing skills accessible to everyone, empowering individuals and organizations to communicate better, lead stronger, and thrive in all areas of life.