Ripples by Kathryn

Kathryn López Resto is an author, entrepreneur, and nonprofit leader dedicated to celebrating identity and empowering communities. Her debut children’s book, Soy Auténtica, invites young readers to embrace self-love and cultural pride through affirmations and storytelling. Drawing on her own experiences navigating identity, Kathryn’s writing uplifts voices often overlooked and inspires youth to honor their authenticity.

Beyond her work as an author, Kathryn is the Founder & CEO of L e L o Consulting, where she helps businesses and organizations grow through intentional marketing and strategy. She is also the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Empower Youth Latinx (EYL), a nonprofit committed to bilingual literacy, leadership development, and equity for Latinx youth in Oregon.

Kathryn combines creativity, strategy, and community leadership to build spaces where stories matter, voices are amplified, and the next generation can thrive.