With over a decade of experience in leadership development and executive coaching, I am passionate about helping leaders at all levels unlock their full potential. As the Director of Global Leadership Development at Visa, I have honed my skills in performance consulting and leadership strategy across a global enterprise. My background includes serving as a Principal Consultant and Executive Leadership Coach at mFluence, where I provided individual coaching, speaker coaching, and facilitated workshops on leadership topics. I hold an MBA from Keller Graduate School of Management and am a certified executive coach with the International Coach Federation. Whether you're looking to enhance your leadership skills or prepare for a major presentation, I'm here to guide you. Let's connect and take your leadership journey to the next level!

As a career coach focused on executive development, I empower aspiring leaders to build the skills and mindset necessary for impactful, high-level leadership. My approach centers on more than just technical abilities. I work with clients to cultivate strategic vision, resilience, and emotional intelligence, all critical for navigating the unique challenges of executive roles. Through personalized sessions, we delve into essential areas like decision-making, team dynamics, conflict resolution, and how to position your voice as a leader versus just another voice in the crowd. I emphasize effective “managing up” techniques to build solid relationships with higher-ups while also safeguarding the team from becoming overloaded. We focus on building true leadership skills—not just managerial tasks by exploring organization, maintaining structure, and effective project management. With a strong foundation in work-life balance strategies, I help leaders ensure they can sustainably inspire and support their team without risking burnout. Together, we develop a well-rounded leadership style that commands trust, drives measurable results, and balances productivity with well-being. My approach includes setting tangible performance metrics and tracking growth in team engagement, productivity, and confidence to show clear progression toward becoming an effective, impactful executive.

I bring with me over 6 years of extensive Executive coaching experience (C-Suite; VP's; MD's, etc.), having worked with leaders at nearly all of World's top companies and within nearly every major industry. I have a far-reaching global footprint, having coached clients and leaders from over 60+ countries and counting (I've coached leaders from every Continent except Antarctica!). In addition to my coaching expertise and experience, I also bring with me my 12+ years of corporate Learning & Development experience at one of the Big 4 professional services firms (PwC). I've supported leaders with managing board relations, navigating partner departures and subsequent equity and responsibility restructuring, change management and deep company cultural change, interpersonal and professional skills development, business strategy development, and much, much, more. I've even been referred to as a "CEO Whisperer" once or twice. I'm known for, and receive consistent feedback around, being able to synthesize client issues to the finest point and help them connect the necessary dots to move things toward action. I am empathetic and compassionate, yet direct and pull no punches; I also bring humor and a down-to-earth realness to each and every one of my client interactions, putting clients at ease and making them feel comfortable.

Welcome to my profile! With a robust background in executive leadership and operations, I bring a wealth of experience from high-growth startups like Turo and Outschool, where I played pivotal roles in scaling operations and driving strategic initiatives. As a former COO and VP of Operations, I've led teams of over 100 employees and managed budgets exceeding $75M, delivering significant improvements in customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. My coaching is tailored for executives and leaders looking to enhance their strategic impact and operational excellence. Having successfully mentored several professionals, I'm here to help you navigate complex business challenges and achieve your career goals. Let's connect and explore how I can support your journey to success!

Welcome to my profile! I'm Shawn, an Executive Leadership and Human Performance Coach with a rich background in consulting and coaching some of the nation's top leaders, including professional sports teams, Fortune 100 companies, and military generals. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in empowering leaders to enhance their mental, physical, and social fitness through customized, science-backed plans. My approach is designed to help you lead authentically, find purpose, and inspire those around you. Whether you're looking to excel in your career or personal life, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and unlock your full potential together!

As a coach with over 25 years of experience in executive search and leadership advisory across multiple industries and regions, I bring a wealth of knowledge in identifying and nurturing top talent at the highest levels of leadership. My expertise has been shaped through working globally with Private Equity-backed firms, large corporations, and high-growth companies, where I’ve helped leaders navigate complex challenges and unlock their potential for success. I have personally led numerous board-level placements and talent strategies, giving me firsthand insight into the qualities and skills that drive effective leadership. My approach is grounded in both strategic thinking and a deep understanding of human motivation, enabling me to guide clients through practical solutions that lead to lasting results. Additionally, my international experience, combined with fluency in five languages, has given me a unique perspective on leadership in a global context. I’m also committed to ethical leadership, having served as a Justice of the Peace and as a board member for a social mobility charity, roles that reinforce the importance of fairness, integrity, and responsibility—values I integrate into my coaching. Through my work, I’ve developed a strong network of industry specialists and a deep understanding of the challenges that leaders face today, making me well-equipped to support and coach individuals who are striving for personal and professional growth.

Venture-backed entrepreneur, Wall Street investor, and seasoned Executive Coach with an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business. With over 15 years of extensive experience in executive leadership roles, I am well-equipped to guide clients in their career development. As an entrepreneur, I have founded, built, and exited a software technology company, successfully raised capital from top-tier venture capital investors in Silicon Valley, built a global team (3 offices), and honed my skills in executive management, product launches, and team building. As an investor, I have worked in private equity for both mega funds and middle market funds (Morgan Stanley and Dubin Clark) and in hedge funds at a top decile long/short public equity technology fund. As an executive, operator, and Board Member, I have led Finance, M&A, Strategy, Corporate Development, and Operations for three private equity and venture-backed businesses in the technology, engineering, environmental, food, agriculture, and automotive industries. Having provided over 500 hours of executive coaching, I specialize in helping clients navigate complex challenges and achieve their career goals.

With over 20+ years of leadership experience, I am fueled by an immense passion for empowering individuals and teams to achieve their growth objectives. My career has taken me from supporting founders and small business owners as they scale to advising executives at multi-billion dollar corporations, delivering a proven track record of success across more than 100 businesses globally. I’ve collaborated with early stage high-growth startup founders at Tingono, FeedbackNow, to executive leaders at some of the world’s most prominent brands, including Amazon, Disney, Microsoft, Google, Meta, Expedia, Priceline, Zulily, Saxobank, and many more. My expertise spans diverse domains such as sales, marketing, e-commerce, and product management, with an emphasis on enabling leaders to achieve outsized growth.

I've been trained in Stanford's executive coaching program (Arbuckle Fellows), and have coached both clients and team members as they've learned to lead people. Becoming a manager is one of the hardest transitions in your career -- it's easy to do poorly, and hard to do well. Get some coaching so you can avoid the mistakes your least favorite manager made and develop your personal leadership style that works for you and your teams.

Welcome to my profile! With over 23 years of leadership experience in the health and non-profit sectors, I am passionate about empowering executives to reach their full potential. As a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) and Associate Certified Coach (ACC) with the International Coaching Federation, I have successfully guided over 100 managers and C-level executives across various industries. My coaching approach is enriched by my background in social work and expertise in tools like CliftonStrengths and DiSC, which I use to foster leadership development and navigate complex professional challenges. Let's connect and explore how I can support your journey to achieving your goals!