LP 40 for 40 – Kimberly S. Moore

The Plano Chamber of Commerce’s signature program, Leadership Plano, celebrates its 40^th anniversary! For the past 40 years, Leadership Plano has been dedicated to educating, developing, and empowering current and future leaders for the community and motivating them to serve civic, charitable, and business organizations.

We are celebrating the impact of the past 40 years by spotlighting 40 Leadership Plano graduates who have paved the way for future generations, created meaningful change for the community, and continue to serve in leadership roles. This celebratory series, Leadership Plano 40 for 40, is Presented by UBS – The Kravitz Group.

Introducing our next spotlight, Leadership Plano Class 294, Graduate, Kimberly S. Moore, Member, Clark Hill. Kim serves as the Member in Charge of the firm’s Collin County office. Kimberly Moore assists employers in litigation matters related to theft of trade secrets, non-compete matters, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour disputes. Kim has been pragmatically solving employers’ problems for almost 25 years. A board-certified employment lawyer with an MBA, Kim’s extensive experience in and out of the courtroom allows her to assist clients nationally. She is passionate in achieving the client’s goals in non-compete, theft of trade secrets, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour matters. Kim will tirelessly and creatively address challenges with the government, workforce, and necessary policy and legal changes. She understands that some situations require education and resolution while others warrant a court battle. Kim genuinely enjoys her work, particularly understanding each client’s business and its people. She is also a AAA trained mediator. She uses her knowledge to help parties resolve all types of conflicts.

Outside of her career, she has been heavily invested in the Plano community. She currently serves on the Plano Symphony Board and was a previous Plano Chamber of Commerce Board Chair, Women’s Division Director, and Leadership Plano Board member.

1. What first made you interested in participating in Leadership Plano?

Our law firm opened an office in Collin County in 2014 and everyone was encouraged to became involved in the community.  I joined Women’s Division of the Plano Chamber and wanted to learn more about the Plano Community.  Leadership Plano was a perfect way to learn more about the community and meet community leaders.

2. What is the most memorable part of your experience (or what is something that was happening in Plano that you remember about that year)?

I remember most vividly the excellent people in the class.  I also fondly recall our retreat, ropes course and SIMSOC.

3. Why do you think LP is so impactful for our community?

It allows individuals to connect with each segment of our city resulting in greater understanding, pride, and community connection.

4. What is one thing you can attribute to LP that is a success in your life or career?

Leadership Plano caused me to spend more time in the community resulting in some of my favorite experiences including work with the Plano Chamber of Commerce.

5. Why was your class the “Best Class Ever”?

Our class was phenomenal with so many excellent leaders including many who have made great community contributions.  Just a few of our fabulous class included: Sara Bonser (former Plano ISD Superintendent), Rebecca Egleston-Caso ( Distinguished Alumnae ), Ben Harris (former city council representative), Jessica Jackson (Plano Balloon Festival), Camille Ussery (Plano Chamber Board Chair) and many other accomplished servant leaders such as-Lynne Gerlach, Don High, Marty Murph Higgins, Susie Vaughn, and Karla Oliver.