Kay Galpin

Dr. Kay Galpin is an Associate Lecturer at the Faculty of Business and Law, University of the West of England (UWE Bristol), with a focus on applied research in organizational dynamics and leadership. She holds qualifications including a BA, BSc, MSc, and PhD in fields related to organizational behavior and change management.

Her research explores storytelling interventions in organizational change, qualitative methods, and creative approaches to leadership and employee well-being. She is a member of the research and practice community The Unleadership Movement, which investigates unconventional leaderly practices that promote human flourishing in organizations and communities.

Galpin's recent work, including publications in Leadership and conference contributions, examines responsible leadership narratives at COP26, subjective well-being in clinical academia, and well-being challenges in health professions. Her teaching includes modules on organizational change and work-based inquiry.

She has collaborated with researchers such as H. Gaggiotti, S. Kars-Unluoglu, and C. Jarvis, integrating interdisciplinary perspectives from business, psychology, and healthcare. Her applied approach stems from industry experience in HR and Learning and Development.