
Leah A.
5.0
(18)
Business Development Coach | Strategy, Alliances & Relationship Building
1,052 min coached
346 followers
Studied at University of Amsterdam
Worked at Deloitte
Successful clients at
Available Monday at 4:00 PM UTC
Usually responds within 1 hour
My availability is flexible. If the times on my calendar don’t work for you, please reach out and we’ll find a time that works on both sides.
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Leah's Coaching Offerings
BD Accelerator: Power Session
$5002h of coaching
BD Launchpad: Recruiting & Interview Prep
$1,2505h of coaching
BD Catalyst: Career Advancement & Growth Strategy
$3,78020h of coaching
Custom hourly · $210/hr
Get help with Cover Letters, Skill Building, and .
Leah also coaches for Career Coaching, Management Consulting, Accounting, and Executive Coaching. View all.
Leah’s Business Development & Partnerships Qualifications
Experience level: Executive
20+ people coached for Business Development & Partnerships
For professionals pursuing or pivoting into client-facing, partnership, or growth-oriented roles. Business development today is about trust, communication, and clarity — not “selling.” Whether you’re preparing to land your first BD or partnerships role, or want to grow in an existing one, I’ll help you build the skills and confidence to stand out. I’ve led partnership and alliance strategies at the executive level, working across global advisory and technology firms to drive sustained growth. My coaching focuses on how to position yourself for these roles, tell your professional story convincingly, and develop a natural, strategic approach to building relationships that lead to opportunities. You’ll learn to interview with confidence, communicate your value clearly, and step into business development or partnerships roles ready to deliver impact from day one.
Leah can help with:
Cover Letters
Skill Building
Partnership Development
Salary Negotiation
Promotion Strategy
Networking Strategy
Interview Prep
Business Development Strategy
LinkedIn Review
Market Analysis
Resume Review
Negotiation Skills
Leah also coaches for Career Coaching, Management Consulting, Accounting, and Executive Coaching. View all.
About Leah
Hi, I’m Leah — a former Deloitte Managing Director and founder of Kebla, where I now serve as embedded finance and operations leader for companies navigating growth, transactions, and transformation. Alongside my executive work, I coach professionals who want to break into management consulting, step into leadership roles, or make confident career pivots at critical moments. I’ve helped clients prepare for consulting recruiting, transition from industry into advisory roles, and position themselves for promotion and stretch opportunities. Over 20+ years, I’ve hired, mentored, and promoted professionals across consulting and corporate environments, so I bring an insider perspective on what firms and leaders actually look for — beyond what’s written in job descriptions. My coaching focuses on: • Breaking into management consulting or advisory roles • Career pivots into finance, strategy, and operations leadership • Interview preparation and executive communication • Building confidence and presence for senior roles • Navigating career decisions after burnout, layoffs, or career breaks My style is structured, practical, and honest. We focus on positioning, decision-making, and execution — not generic advice. You’ll leave sessions with clarity, concrete next steps, and stronger confidence in how you present yourself. If you’re aiming for a bigger role or a different direction and want experienced guidance, I’d love to help. 👉 Book a free 15-minute intro call to see if we’re a good fit.
Why do I coach?
Coaching has always been part of how I lead. Throughout my career, I was often the person people came to when they were preparing for promotions, trying to break into consulting, or struggling with confidence after major change. What I saw again and again was that small shifts in clarity, positioning, and mindset can completely change outcomes. I coach because I believe most people don’t need more information — they need better perspective and someone who understands how career decisions are actually made inside organizations. My goal is to help you think clearly, communicate your value, and move forward with confidence, especially when the stakes feel high.
Work Experience

Member
SER topvrouwen
March 2024 - Present
Member of SER Topvrouwen, the Dutch platform for top female leadership and supervisory talent.

Founder
Kebla LLC
2023 - Present
Founder of Kebla, where I work as an embedded finance and operations leader during high-stakes business transitions. Work directly with CFOs and leadership teams on execution during high-stakes transitions, while continuing to mentor and coach professionals pursuing leadership and consulting careers.

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Volunteer
1990 - Present
Former mentor with the UJA Professional Women Development Program, where I coached mid-career professionals on leadership development, career transitions, confidence building, and return-to-work strategies. In parallel, I have been actively involved in community leadership for decades, including serving in board and trustee roles and supporting local and international charitable initiatives focused on education, social services, and elder support.

Personal goal pursuit
Career Break
January 2022 - December 2022
Extended sabbatical to focus on fulfilling lifelong commitment to community service, planning for career opportunities, and focusing on family matters.

Managing Director
Deloitte
2016 - December 2021
Led global client engagements across technology, media, and entertainment, advising executives on IPO readiness, acquisitions, financial transformation, and regulatory reporting. Mentored and sponsored professionals across levels, supporting career development and leadership progression within consulting.

Senior Manager
Deloitte
2006 - 2016
Advised multinational clients on accounting, reporting, and transformation initiatives. Actively involved in training and mentoring professionals across global teams.

Consultant - Senior Consultant
Deloitte
2002 - 2006
Built a strong foundation in auditing and financial reporting while working on multinational engagements and developing early-career professionals through on-the-job coaching and team leadership.
Education
University of Amsterdam
Register Accountant, Post-doc Accountancy
University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Economics
18 Reviews
Overall Rating
5.0
Knowledge
4.8
Value
5.0
Responsiveness
4.8
Supportiveness
5.0
Leah has helped Leland clients get into Accenture