Walking Billboards for memphis: kyle taylor’s story

At City Leadership, our work is about more than strategy and initiatives—it’s about people. And from 2018 to 2021, Kyle Taylor was one of those people who didn’t just contribute; he illuminated.

As Creative Director, Kyle helped Memphis see itself more clearly—through stories, not slogans. In his video reflection, Kyle shares moments of grit, beauty, and purpose that shaped his time on our team. He captures what we believe at City Leadership: that this city is already telling a powerful story. Our job is to spotlight it.

“I always wanted a place to contribute my creativity to the city,” Kyle says. And that line sticks with us—because it's what we’re all about. Memphis is full of builders, dreamers, educators, and artists. We exist to find them, elevate them, and help the city see what's possible when we invest with our heads, hands, and hearts.

Kyle helped people become walking billboards for Memphis—not through merch alone, but through the power of story and pride. His work is a reminder that creativity isn’t just for campaigns; it’s for community.