Kevin Talley

I've spent nearly 20 years working at the intersection of executive leadership, strategy, and operations, including serving three times as Chief of Staff in the U.S. House of Representatives. I've also served as a senior executive at the U.S. Small Business Administration, where I directly advised the Administrator during a national economic crisis, and as Vice President of a consulting firm, where I helped drive business development and organizational growth. What sets me apart as a Chief of Staff coach is that I've actually done the job—repeatedly, in high-pressure environments where executive judgment, discretion, leadership, and execution matter every day. I've built and led teams, established executive workflows, managed competing priorities, navigated difficult stakeholders, prepared senior leaders for consequential decisions, and translated complex strategies into actionable plans. I understand that an exceptional Chief of Staff is much more than a project manager or executive assistant. The role requires being a trusted advisor, strategic thought partner, problem solver, and force multiplier for the principal. I help aspiring and experienced Chiefs of Staff develop those capabilities, strengthen their executive presence, navigate organizational politics, communicate with confidence, establish effective operating rhythms, and become indispensable partners to the leaders they serve. My coaching is practical, candid, and grounded in firsthand experience. Whether you're preparing to become a Chief of Staff, transitioning into the role, or looking to perform at a higher level, I'll help you develop the judgment, tools, and confidence to succeed.