By: Deb Monfette
After 24 years in the Fortune 100 world, Beverly Flores has gained significant experience in what it means to lead at a high level—and what it can cost when leaders lose themselves along the way.
Now, the former John Deere leader is reshaping perspectives on modern leadership with the launch of Thyme Out Consulting LLC, a leadership and career transformation company based in Overland Park, Kansas. Founded in 2024, the company is rooted in a mission that feels both timely and timeless: to help high-achieving professionals and mission-driven organizations move from burnout into bold, purpose-aligned leadership.
Flores’ approach is built on her signature EEI System™—a proprietary framework that activates Energy, Enthusiasm, and Intensity—and draws from a 24-year career that includes notable contributions to visibility and transformation work in the corporate world.
Reclaiming Leadership, Redefining Success
“Thyme Out Consulting was born from the realization that rest alone doesn’t cure burnout—realignment does,” says Flores. “I saw leaders—bright, capable, seasoned professionals—burning out not because they couldn’t do the work, but because they had lost connection to their purpose. They were surviving their success. I built this company to change that.”
Flores knows the terrain firsthand. During her two-decade-plus tenure at John Deere, she held leadership roles across advertising, public relations, government affairs, strategic operations, and demand planning—guiding cross-functional teams and aligning production strategy for more than 40 product lines across 12 factories.
She played a key role in John Deere’s historic debut at CES, spearheaded visibility campaigns in partnership with agencies like VML and Racepoint Global, and media-trained executives for global stages.
Her work earned 10 national NAMA Awards, including Best of Show, and she was named Google’s Partner of the Quarter for innovation and collaborative leadership. She’s regarded by colleagues for her ability to drive results while weaving in the often-overlooked ingredient in transformation: empathy.
But even as she reached the pinnacle of her corporate career, Flores couldn’t ignore a growing truth—too many high performers were stuck in survival mode, quietly disconnected from their spark. And she was one of them.
A Strategic Pause with a Purpose
The name Thyme Out wasn’t chosen on a whim. “Thyme” is the herb long associated with courage. “Timeout” is the strategic pause every leader needs but rarely takes. Together, the name reflects Flores’ philosophy: that lasting success begins not with doing more, but with choosing differently.
“I had a moment where I realized I was teaching resilience to my team, but not living it,” she shares. “That was the turning point. I didn’t want to keep pushing through—I wanted to create something that helped others stop, breathe, and choose what comes next with intention.”
Through executive coaching, career clarity programs, bespoke leadership training, and keynote speaking, Flores now works with everyone from mid-career professionals to executive teams and entrepreneurs. Her talks—like “From Burnout to Bold,” “The CEO of You,” and “The AI-Powered Leader”—blend strategic frameworks with storytelling, vulnerability, and practical tools.
“People are craving something real,” she says. “They want actionable guidance, yes—but they also want to feel seen. That’s what the EEI System™ does. It reignites what’s already within them.”
Whole-Life Leadership with Legacy in Mind
One of the things that makes Flores’ work so compelling is that she lives what she teaches. As a single mom of three boys, she has always modeled what she calls a “full-life” approach. This includes everything from traveling internationally with her kids to celebrating when her oldest son, a Kansas State University student, took the opportunity to study at Oxford for a summer during his time abroad in Florence.
“I’ve chosen international travel with my kids over a kitchen remodel every time,” she laughs. “Because experiences create perspective. And perspective shapes leaders.”
Her family’s annual pre-Thanksgiving “bonus dinner” is a beloved tradition where they celebrate both her professional milestones and her sons’ school or sports achievements—sharing not just the meal, but the moment. “It’s about contribution,” she says. “I want them to know they’re part of everything I’ve built.”
That intentionality flows directly into her work. Flores believes true leadership isn’t just about influence—it’s about alignment. Her coaching helps clients integrate emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and personal clarity to move beyond the hustle and into purpose-fueled momentum.
“Burnout isn’t just exhaustion—it’s misalignment,” she says. “Once leaders realign with what really matters, their confidence, clarity, and courage return. They stop shrinking. They show up differently.”
The Courage to Change, the Strength to Lead
At its core, Thyme Out Consulting is more than a company—it’s a reflection of changing leadership needs. One that blends ambition with authenticity. Structure with soul—and strategy with staying power.
As Flores says, “Leadership isn’t just about driving results. It’s about becoming someone others want to follow—not because you’re always perfect, but because you’re real, clear and bold.”
With her blend of Fortune 100 experience, soul-aligned frameworks, and a refined perspective on leadership, Beverly Flores is contributing to a shift in how leadership is practiced—one that considers both impact and well-being.
Because now more than ever, the world needs leaders who fit Flores’ motto: Courage to Change and the Strength to Lead.
To learn more about Beverly Flores and Thyme Out Consulting, visit www.thymeoutconsulting.com.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute business or leadership advice. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own due diligence and consult with relevant professionals for personalized support.
