Founder • Speaker • Advisor
Kirsten Taylor — Helping New Zealand achieve life-changing sleep
Naturopathic Sleep Specialist, Founder & CEO of SleepDrops International. With 18+ years of research and clinical experience, Kirsten has supported over 500,000 people to achieve healthier, more restorative sleep.
About
Kirsten Taylor is an award-winning naturopath, sleep researcher, and entrepreneur on a mission to transform how the world sleeps.
She founded SleepDrops International, New Zealand’s leading natural sleep supplement company, after seeing thousands struggle with poor sleep in her clinical practice. Combining naturopathy, herbal medicine, and cutting-edge sleep science, she developed the SleepDrops range — now trusted in 10+ countries.
Kirsten is also a sought-after keynote speaker and advisor, passionate about empowering individuals, workplaces, and healthcare systems to prioritise sleep as a foundation for wellbeing and performance.
Focus areas:
- Sleep science & natural medicine
- Women’s health & hormones
- Entrepreneurship & leadership
- Consumer health & e-commerce

Highlights & Awards
Award
NZ Women of Influence Finalist — Recognised for leadership and impact in health innovation
Highlight
#1 Sleep Supplement Brand in New Zealand for 15 consecutive years
Press
Featured in leading media: NZ Herald, Stuff, TVNZ, Radio NZ and 60 Minutes national TV
Impact
Supported 500k+ people worldwide with natural sleep solutions
Work Timeline
CEO & Founder, SleepDrops International
[2009–Present]
- Built New Zealand’s #1 sleep supplement brand
- Expanded into Australia, Asia, USA & EU markets
- Led product innovation, R&D, and practitioner education
Education & Training
- Diploma in Naturopathy, Herbal Medicine, Nutrition
- Ongoing professional training in integrative sleep science
Naturopathic Sleep Specialist
[2004–2009]
- Clinical practice focused on sleep, stress, and women’s health
- Helped thousands of patients using herbal and lifestyle medicine
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[2014]
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Currently Working On
Expanding SleepDrops Globally
Launching SleepDrops in Australia, the USA & Europe
Research & Product Development
Starting 2025 — clinical evidence developement.
Education & Advocacy
2025 — speaking, interviews, and media to raise awareness about sleep.
Media & Awards
Testimonials
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Book a 15-minute Intro
Two slots per day between 10:30am and 4:30pm.
Contact
Email: kirsten@sleepdrops.co.nz