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Leadership is hard work. Leading in a dynamic, high stakes environment is even harder. The practices and skills that got you here won’t get you where you want to be. Much like elite athletes and performers, the most effective leaders get coached. And they get coached by elite coaches. I provide top-tier coaching to high-impact executives and operators who want to perform at a higher level. I leverage my 15+ years of experience as an operator and executive where I built some of the top companies in the world, including DoorDash, Neighbor, and LinkedIn. My coaching is customized to meet the needs of each client and addresses the whole person, not just their work self. I use a combination of best-in-class assessments, quantitative and qualitative 360-degree feedback, and intense inquiry to help clients achieve outstanding business outcomes and live an intentional life. Common areas of coaching include: * Strengthening your ability to succeed during periods of complexity, doubt, and uncertainty * Building confidence in your ability to deliver results, take calculated risks, and build trust * Improving essential leadership skills including setting expectations, giving feedback, prioritization, accountability, and communicating effectively * Discovering your blindspots, developing greater self-awareness and enhancing your ability to emotionally regulate * Balancing competing demands and priorities at work and in life What you get from me: * Hard-won perspective from an executive who’s sat in boardrooms, made the hard decisions, and built industry-changing companies * Access to my world-class network; I’ll connect you with functional experts as needed * Access to my “best of” library, including the top templates, frameworks, models, and content I’ve created and curated over the last 15+ years * An unbiased partner who’ll create a personalized development plan that delivers results * A coach who always has your back but won’t hesitate to call BS as needed

Welcome! With over two decades of experience in leadership and coaching, I specialize in empowering high-potential leaders to excel in their careers. As the Founder of Surko Coaching, I have partnered with executives to enhance their executive presence, mental resilience, and strategic decision-making, leading to significant career advancements and organizational influence. My background includes senior roles at Flowcode and Bluecore, where I successfully led cross-functional teams and drove substantial growth and customer satisfaction. As an ICF Accredited Coach and Certified Professional Coach, I leverage tools like the Energy Leadership Index to help clients overcome self-limiting beliefs and achieve sustainable success. Let's work together to unlock your full potential and achieve your professional goals!

I have worked with executives of every industry - healthcare, construction, finance, software/IT and more - in tackling their daily challenges and strategic goals. My goal is to heighten their presence, influence and eminence within their company, elevating them to their fullest potential. The companies and challenges have been high stakes, with millions if not more on the line, spanning multiple countries and continents, facing high uncertainty and yet reaching promising results. I endeavor to help each client find their voice and footing in their career and am proud to say I have seen multiple clients gain promotions (e.g. VP-SVP) after working with me. Reach out to learn more, let's help you receive the respect you deserve.

I help leaders perform at a higher level without losing themselves in the process. Over the past 25+ years, I've led teams, products, and strategic initiatives across technology and energy companies, and today I serve as VP of Product at Mainspring Energy, where I work at the intersection of business strategy, product development, organizational leadership, and executive decision-making. Throughout my career, I've hired, mentored, and coached leaders at every stage from high-potential individual contributors preparing for their first leadership role to experienced executives navigating complex organizational challenges. My coaching combines practical leadership experience with a deep focus on personal performance. I'm passionate about helping people develop greater clarity, confidence, resilience, and influence so they can lead more effectively, accelerate their careers, and achieve meaningful goals. Whether you're navigating a promotion, managing difficult stakeholders, building a high-performing team, improving executive presence, or figuring out what comes next in your career, I bring a thoughtful, candid, and results-oriented approach. Outside of work, I'm an endurance athlete, marathoner, and performance enthusiast who believes that many of the same principles that drive success in sports (discipline, mental toughness, self-awareness, and consistent execution) also drive success in leadership and life. My goal is to help clients unlock their potential, tackle challenges with confidence, and become the kind of leader others want to follow.

I bring over a decade of experience in strategy, organizational effectiveness, and change management consulting, partnering with leadership teams across government agencies, nonprofits, universities, and the private sector. Most recently, I left a long career at Accenture, a decision that gave me firsthand insight into the kind of high-stakes transitions many of my clients are navigating themselves. That experience taught me that what separates leaders who thrive from those who stall out isn't just strategic thinking, but the self-awareness, communication, and resilience to execute under real organizational pressure. Through Emerging Whole, I coach executives and leaders navigating growth, transition, and complexity, from stepping into bigger roles to leading through organizational change to sharpening how they show up as leaders. My approach is grounded in training through Positive Intelligence and Brené Brown's Dare to Lead, alongside the frameworks and rigor of a strategy consultant. You get a coach who understands organizations from the inside, who has navigated her own major career transition, and who is equally focused on helping you lead with clarity, confidence, and courage.

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.

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 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.

My executive coaching is about leveraging complexity rather than trying to solve it or run from it. Let's expand what's possible for you. I specialize in helping ambitious people identify and overturn limiting assumptions and beliefs to make way for change. I've coached leaders through overcoming imposter syndrome, risk/change intolerance, and fear of failure. My clients are high-performing leaders who want more 'freedom' - often this means considering moves that involve risk: holding space for a brave organizational conversations, major career pivots, walking away from prestigious opportunities, or choosing a less “safe” approach to leading others. My approach is rooted in established frameworks—Adult Developmental Theory, Adaptive Leadership, and Immunity to Change, among others. I've received training in leading and managing change from Harvard Kennedy School, Minds at Work, and Cultivating Leadership, and I am currently pursuing my PCC-level ICF coaching certification in leadership coaching.

Executive coaching practitioner and ACC certified by ICF, leveraging 21 years of global banking and leadership experience to support professionals in Asia and the Middle East. Developing a coaching practice that blends sustainability, leadership strategy, and cross-cultural executive experience. I bring my real-world experience to solve your real-life challenges and enable you to succeed.