The 25 Best Executive Coaches & Leadership Coaching Services (2025)

Whether you're a senior leader navigating high-stakes decisions, an emerging executive preparing for greater responsibilities, or a founder seeking strategic clarity, the right executive coach can be a game-changer. In today’s fast-paced business environment, executive coaching is an important strategic advantage.

In this guide, we’ve curated the 25 best executive coaches and leadership coaching services of 2025, with options tailored for C-suite leaders, high-potential directors, and fast-growth startup teams alike. Each coach brings a unique blend of experience, from ICF-certified credentials and Fortune 500 backgrounds to niche expertise in executive leadership coaching, emotional intelligence, and team performance.

If you’re ready to accelerate your personal growth, strengthen your leadership presence, and gain actionable insights from a trusted thought partner, this list will help you find the executive coaching service that fits your goals.

Let’s dive into the top executive coaching services shaping leaders in 2025.

Top 25 Executive Coaches (2025)

Melanie E

Executive Leadership Coach | ICF-Certified | Former McKinsey Consultant | Columbia MBA

With 1,000+ coaching clients across industries like tech, finance, luxury, and entrepreneurship, Melanie is one of the most experienced executive coaches on Leland. As a PCC-certified professional through the International Coaching Federation, Melanie delivers high-impact executive coaching services tailored to senior leaders, C-suite executives, and rising professionals navigating complex transitions.

Melanie’s executive coaching practice is built on 12+ years of leadership experience, including roles at McKinsey, Macy’s, and Columbia Business School (where she currently interviews MBA applicants). She specializes in executive presence, leadership development, performance coaching, career pivots, and authentic leadership branding, offering support that spans resume strategy, executive interviews, stakeholder communication, and work-life integration. Clients routinely praise her ability to guide transformational change across organizational levels while helping them communicate effectively and lead with confidence.

Whether you’re overcoming a plateau, developing a new leadership style, or planning your next big move, Melanie offers a coaching engagement grounded in emotional intelligence, deep self-awareness, and proven methodologies. With a strong foundation in cross-cultural communication and a global coaching lens, she’s an ideal coach for international executives and senior leaders across multiple industries.

Ideal for: Executives navigating career transitions, professionals preparing for C-suite roles, leaders managing organizational change, and anyone seeking executive leadership coaching to unlock their full potential.

Book a free intro call with Melanie →

Matt T

Executive Coach for Tech Leaders | ICF-Certified | 20+ Years in Talent, Product, and GTM Leadership

With more than two decades operating inside high-growth tech companies, Matt T. brings a uniquely grounded and strategic approach to executive coaching. He’s coached senior leaders, VPs, and Directors at companies like LinkedIn, Microsoft, Lyft, AWS, and Adobe, helping them improve executive leadership skills, navigate ambiguity, and scale their impact across organizational levels.

As an ICF-Certified executive coach, Matt pairs his coaching competencies with hands-on experience in talent strategy, product marketing, and customer success. He’s led teams at Hillspire (Eric Schmidt’s family office), Gem, and Lyft, and previously worked in executive search at Korn Ferry. Whether you’re managing organizational change, preparing for a larger scope, or clarifying your career development plan, Matt brings a deep understanding of what it takes to lead effectively in tech.

His coaching style is direct yet supportive; he’s a true sounding board for navigating career inflection points, building influence with key stakeholders, or developing emotional intelligence. He also integrates insights from executive programs at MIT Sloan and Stanford GSB, equipping his clients with both a human-centered and business-savvy lens.

Ideal for: Tech leaders, product and GTM executives, and high-potential professionals seeking executive coaching services to strengthen their voice, sharpen their leadership strategy, and drive tangible results at scale.

Book a free intro call with Matt →

Patrick L

PCC-Certified Executive Coach | 3,500+ Coaching Sessions | Former Senior Executive | Government, Tech & Healthcare Specialist

With over a decade of executive coaching experience and 3,500+ coaching sessions delivered, Patrick L. is a seasoned leadership partner for executives across government, tech, healthcare, and finance. A former Senior Executive Service leader at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Patrick brings a rare blend of operational expertise and human-centered insight to his executive leadership coaching.

Patrick is ICF PCC-certified and holds additional credentials in emotional intelligence, conflict management, and stress resilience. He has coached more than 700 professionals, from individual contributors to C-suite executives, including clients from NASA, the U.S. Air Force, Kodak, and Stanford. His work spans leadership development, strategic planning, coaching conversations for high-stakes situations, and guiding behavior change that sticks.

His coaching style is both empathetic and direct, focused on helping senior leaders clarify goals, build self-awareness, and improve performance through actionable insight. Whether you're navigating organizational change, addressing team dynamics, or enhancing your executive presence, Patrick offers a structured, measurable approach that helps clients unlock potential and deliver tangible results.

Ideal for: Public and private sector leaders, but especially those in government facing high-stakes decisions, managing complex teams, or seeking a more sustainable and authentic approach to leadership.

Book a free intro call with Patrick →

Kerry R

ICF-Certified Executive Coach | 20+ Years in Global HR | Leadership Growth & Career Transitions Expert

Kerry R. is a seasoned executive coach with over two decades of experience guiding senior leaders through complex transitions, organizational change, and high-stakes decisions. With a background in global HR and leadership development, she brings both strategic insight and deep empathy to every coaching engagement – helping leaders gain clarity, confidence, and momentum when it matters most.

Kerry has worked with executives across finance, healthcare, tech, and nonprofit sectors, including at Wells Fargo, Kaiser Permanente, and the International Rescue Committee. Her approach to executive leadership coaching is personal and tailored, grounded in real-world challenges and aligned with each client’s values, leadership style, and organizational goals. As an ICF-certified coach, Kerry supports clients in strengthening emotional intelligence, leading with authenticity, and unlocking their full potential.

Known for her thoughtful questions and energizing presence, Kerry helps executive leaders shift perspective, navigate complexity, and make meaningful progress. Whether you're facing a career pivot, preparing for broader responsibility, or simply ready to lead more effectively, Kerry is the trusted sounding board and strategist you’ve been looking for.

Ideal for: Senior leaders navigating transitions, professionals seeking to lead with greater impact, or anyone looking to realign their career with purpose and authenticity.

Book a free intro call with Kerry →

Melissa S

ICF-Certified Executive Coach | 20+ Years in Talent Development | Leadership Transitions & Team Growth Expert

Melissa W. is a highly experienced executive coach who brings more than two decades of leadership development and talent strategy expertise to her work with clients. With a career that began in engineering and product management before evolving into senior global talent roles at multinational tech companies, Melissa brings both analytical rigor and deep empathy to her executive coaching services.

Melissa now works with senior leaders, new managers, and executives in transition, guiding them through the often messy moments of growth with clarity, optimism, and practical tools. She’s helped professionals from companies like Redfin, Groupon, and HERE Technologies build confidence, manage complex team dynamics, and develop executive leadership skills rooted in their values.

Melissa is known for her ability to help leaders feel less alone and more in control, whether they’re returning from a career break, leveling up into a new role, or navigating organizational change. Her coaching blends global business experience with emotional intelligence and an ICF-certified foundation to support clients across industries and at all organizational levels.

Clients describe her coaching conversations as grounding, expansive, and deeply encouraging – especially during periods of professional uncertainty or transformation. With Melissa, you’ll gain a clear development plan, sharpen your leadership skills, and create new habits that align with your values and unlock your potential.

Ideal for: Mid- to senior-level leaders in engineering, product, finance, and tech, parents returning to work, and especially managers and leaders at transition points in their careers

Book a free intro call with Melissa →

Alan Y

MD/MBA | Physician at Kaiser Permanente | Former McKinsey Consultant | Chief Medical Officer

Alan is an accomplished executive coach with a rare blend of clinical, corporate, and entrepreneurial experience. A licensed physician with an MD/MBA from USC, Alan has held leadership roles at top consulting firms including McKinsey & Company, Accenture, Deloitte, and Slalom, where he specialized in healthcare strategy, operations, and organizational transformation.

Known for his analytical insight and supportive coaching style, Alan helps senior leaders – especially in healthcare and consulting – navigate high-stakes decisions, career pivots, and executive performance challenges. Clients from organizations like McKinsey, BCG, Memorial Healthcare System, and Healthplus.ai seek his guidance to unlock clarity, elevate their leadership presence, and accelerate their career trajectory. With global experience across clinical medicine, strategy, and innovation, Alan brings a strategic yet human-centered approach to every coaching conversation.

Whether you’re a physician stepping into leadership, a consultant preparing for partner track, or an executive navigating organizational change, Alan offers a trusted, deeply informed perspective grounded in real-world leadership experience. His coaching is ideal for high-performers looking to lead with purpose, build influence, and thrive in complex, fast-moving environments.

Ideal for: Healthcare leaders, consultants, physicians in transition, and senior professionals in strategy, innovation, or operations.

Book a free intro call with Alan →

Shanna K

ICF-Certified Executive Coach | 15+ Years in HR & Leadership Development | Apple & PepsiCo HR Exec

Shanna K. is a certified executive coach and seasoned HR leader who brings over 15 years of corporate experience to her work with emerging and established leaders. Having held HR roles at companies like Apple and PepsiCo, Shanna understands the pressures and nuances of leading in fast-paced, high-stakes environments, and now channels that insight into helping clients overcome self-doubt, lead with confidence, and align their careers with their values.

Shanna’s coaching style is warm, direct, and deeply supportive. She specializes in helping leaders unlock their potential by shifting limiting beliefs, strengthening emotional intelligence, and navigating major transitions – whether that means stepping into a new role, managing through uncertainty, or reclaiming clarity after burnout. Her background in organizational dynamics and people strategy allows her to coach with both heart and rigor.

Shanna now works to help professionals from top companies including Apple, Salesforce, and Eventbrite level up. She is a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) through iPEC and a Master Practitioner in the Energy Leadership Index assessment. Clients describe her as a steady guide who helps them lead authentically, even in the midst of chaos or change.

Shanna is especially passionate about helping working parents, high-performing women, and early-career managers build careers that feel energizing and sustainable for their lives, not just impressive on paper. With her, coaching becomes a space to reflect, reset, and flourish both personally and professionally.

Ideal for: Managers and senior ICs in tech, HR, or consumer products; values-driven leaders at a crossroads in their careers.

Book a free intro call with Shanna →

Rosie M

Startup Advisor | Founder of Perkies | Leadership Coaching for Founders & Mission-Driven Professionals

Rosie M. is an executive coach and award-winning founder who brings firsthand startup experience, brand strategy expertise, and entrepreneurial grit to her coaching practice. As the creator of Perkies – a mission-driven brand that began as a class project at Brown University and grew into a national retail success – Rosie understands the highs and lows of leadership and the mindset shifts required to scale a vision.

Today, Rosie supports early-stage founders, creatives, and executives in navigating career transitions, launching new ventures, and building companies that align with their values. She’s coached and mentored professionals at companies like TikTok, Simon-Kucher, and Hasbro, offering practical guidance grounded in her lived experience as a founder, public speaker, and startup advisor.

What sets Rosie apart is her deep commitment to authenticity and service. Whether she’s helping a leader develop their personal brand, prepare for a high-stakes pitch, or chart their next professional move, her coaching style is energizing, candid, and rooted in real-world insight. She’s spoken on global stages like the World Retail Congress and Etail London, and brings that same bold clarity to her coaching conversations.

Rosie believes in coaching as a way to pay forward the support she’s received throughout her journey. Clients describe her as intuitive, resourceful, and action-oriented: a thought partner who will both challenge and champion you. If you’re building something new, redefining your path, or looking for a coach who truly gets the entrepreneurial journey, Rosie is ready to help you grow.

Ideal for: Founders, creatives, and rising leaders navigating career pivots, launching ventures, or building brands that reflect their mission and voice

Book a free intro call with Rosie →

Andre D

Executive Sales Coach | 20+ Years in Revenue Leadership | Founder of The DeRussy Group

Andre D. is a seasoned executive coach and sales leader who brings over two decades of experience building and scaling high-performing revenue teams at top companies like Yahoo, Pandora, Nextdoor, WeWork, and RentSpree. As CEO and Co-Founder of The DeRussy Group, Andre now focuses his coaching practice on helping sales professionals, revenue executives, and startup leaders unlock their full leadership potential and drive transformational growth.

Having coached more than 100 professionals across roles and industries, Andre combines deep operational expertise with strategic insight. His coaching centers on career transitions, sales performance, and leadership development – especially for high-growth, high-pressure environments. Whether you're preparing for your first VP role or leading a team through rapid change, Andre brings practical frameworks, accountability, and an unmatched understanding of the sales and tech landscape.

Clients from companies like LinkedIn, Salesforce, Indeed, and Peloton describe Andre’s coaching as clear-eyed, action-oriented, and grounded in real-world experience. He helps executives build confidence, strengthen their leadership style, and navigate the complexities of managing teams and stakeholders at scale.

With a focus on helping others achieve what they might not think is possible, Andre brings both mentorship and a strategic lens to every coaching engagement. His deep belief in people’s potential and his commitment to paying forward the mentorship he received throughout his own career make him an ideal coach for rising and established sales leaders alike.

Ideal for: Revenue professionals, sales executives, and startup leaders navigating leadership growth, scaling teams, or preparing for major career transitions

Book a free intro call with Andre →

Lizet Z

International Executive Coach | 15+ Years in Strategy & Marketing | Advisor to Fortune 500 Leaders and Small Business CEOs

Lizet Z. is an executive coach and business advisor with over 15 years of experience helping leaders unlock their potential, grow their businesses, and lead with confidence. With a unique blend of corporate strategy, high-level marketing, and performance coaching, Lizet has supported over 100 professionals, from first-time founders to global executives, across industries and geographies.

As a Goldman Sachs 10K Small Business Advisor and the founder of a communications media company, Lizet brings business acumen and personal insight to every coaching engagement. She’s worked with clients from top companies including McKinsey & Company, Airbnb, Korn Ferry, and FICO, helping them drive results while staying grounded in their values and purpose.

Lizet’s coaching is rooted in empowerment, clarity, and action. Her approach is not only strategic but also deeply transformational, designed to spark mindset shifts and unlock performance breakthroughs. She’s particularly passionate about supporting women leaders, C-suite executives, and founders navigating high-stakes decisions and growth inflection points.

Fluent in the language of both corporate and entrepreneurial success, Lizet helps leaders challenge limiting beliefs, scale their impact, and thrive under pressure. Her clients describe her as energizing, insightful, and fiercely committed to their success.

Ideal for: Senior leaders, women executives, small business owners, and founders looking for transformational executive coaching and strategic business guidance

Book a free intro call with Lizet →

Shawn M

Executive Leadership & Human Performance Coach | 10+ Years Consulting Fortune 100s, Pro Sports Teams & Military Leaders | $1B in Savings for Fortune 500 Clients

Shawn M. is an executive coach and human performance expert who helps top leaders optimize their lives – personally and professionally – through science-backed leadership development and total well-being strategies. With over a decade of experience consulting for the Dallas Cowboys, MLB teams, Fortune 100 companies, and military generals, Shawn brings a rare blend of tactical insight and grounded empathy to his coaching.

Drawing on his background in corporate leadership, elite sports consulting, and certified life coaching, Shawn specializes in building custom performance plans rooted in behavioral science and emotional fitness. His clients come to him when they’re ready to elevate their leadership, clarify their purpose, and build a lifestyle that supports peak performance without burnout.

Shawn’s approach is inspired by models like Johnson & Johnson’s Human Performance Institute and enriched by his own health-first philosophy. He helps leaders “rewire” their approach to stress, focus, and fulfillment so they can operate with clarity, confidence, and joy. Whether you're a CEO facing critical decisions or a rising leader navigating change, Shawn equips you with the mindset and tools to lead with flow and resilience.

Ideal for: Senior executives, performance-driven leaders, founders, and professionals seeking whole-life optimization through executive leadership coaching

Book a free intro call with Shawn →

Annie F

Chief Data Officer & Executive Coach | 30+ Years in Data Leadership | Career Growth for Data Science Professionals

Annie F. is an accomplished executive coach and data leader with more than 30 years of experience in analytics, data science, and high-performance team development. Currently the Chief Data Officer at Urgently, she brings deep expertise in scaling data organizations, building transformational strategies, and mentoring professionals at every level of their careers.

As a coach, Annie specializes in helping technical professionals navigate key transitions, from individual contributor to manager, from manager to executive. She’s guided data analysts, engineers, and scientists to land senior leadership roles at top companies like Stripe, Uber, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Shopify. Her coaching is grounded in firsthand leadership experience, having reviewed thousands of resumes, led over 200 interviews, and built data functions from the ground up at multiple organizations.

Known for her strategic mindset and empowering presence, Annie helps clients clarify their goals, showcase their impact, and step confidently into their next chapter. Her track record includes work as a board advisor, frequent guest speaker, and mentor to professionals transitioning into tech from nontraditional backgrounds. Whether you're aiming to lead a team or reinvent your career in data, Annie offers practical, personalized coaching rooted in decades of real-world success.

Ideal for: Senior data professionals, aspiring executives, and career changers in data, analytics, or technical leadership roles

Book a free intro call with Annie →

Jimmy M

Stanford MBA & Executive Coach | 15+ Years in PE, VC, and Tech | Leadership, Strategy & Boardroom Readiness

Jimmy M. is a seasoned executive coach, investor, and entrepreneur who brings over 15 years of high-level experience in private equity, venture-backed startups, and executive leadership. With an MBA from Stanford GSB and a track record spanning Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and top VC-backed companies, Jimmy offers expert coaching on leadership, decision-making, and strategic growth for ambitious professionals.

Jimmy has coached 100+ clients – including operators, investors, and executives – to land leadership roles at companies like Amazon, AWS, Goldman Sachs, and Ford Foundation. His approach draws on 500+ hours of executive coaching and firsthand experience as a founder, CEO, investor, and board member. Whether you’re preparing for a board presentation, navigating a high-stakes M&A, or building an executive presence, Jimmy helps clients think clearly, act decisively, and lead with impact.

His coaching is especially valuable for startup leaders, finance professionals, and MBA grads aiming to step confidently into executive roles. With Jimmy, you'll work on strategic thinking, communication, and navigating complex org dynamics – all backed by real-world success at the highest levels of business.

Ideal for: Executives in tech, finance, or PE; rising leaders post-MBA; founders navigating scale

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Keith S

Former Disney SVP & Certified Executive Coach | 20+ Years in HR Leadership | Team Alignment & Organizational Effectiveness Expert

Keith S. is a certified executive coach and former Senior Vice President of Human Resources at The Walt Disney Company, with decades of experience leading talent strategy, organizational design, and leadership development across complex global businesses. Now running his own consulting practice, Keith specializes in helping visionary executives align their teams, break down barriers, and drive meaningful organizational change.

With 100+ leaders coached, Keith brings a deep understanding of the pressures facing senior executives, having been in the room himself. His coaching blends HR expertise with creative problem-solving, enabling leaders to clarify goals, foster trust, and build cultures of accountability. He’s particularly skilled at helping clients navigate high-stakes transitions, team dysfunction, and cross-functional alignment challenges.

Keith’s background spans both corporate and nonprofit sectors, with additional board leadership in the arts and civic affairs. Whether you're a rising executive or a seasoned leader facing complex change, Keith offers structured, people-centered support to help you lead more effectively and authentically.

Ideal for: Senior leaders in entertainment, HR, operations, hospitality, the arts, or mission-driven sectors

Book a free intro call with Keith →

Nathan T

Former VP at DoorDash & Neighbor | Executive Coach for High-Growth Leaders | 15+ Years in Tech & People Ops

Nathan T. is an executive coach and startup operator with over 15 years of experience scaling some of the most influential tech companies in the world – including DoorDash, Neighbor, and LinkedIn. Nathan delivers high-performance executive coaching to senior leaders and operators navigating growth, complexity, and leadership transitions.

Nathan has coached 100+ executives across companies like Google, Lyft, Electronic Arts, and Procter & Gamble. Drawing from his time as VP of People at Neighbor and Head of People Ops at DoorDash (scaling from 250 to 5,000+ employees), he combines hard-won operator insight with deep coaching expertise to help clients lead with intention and impact. His coaching is rooted in data, emotional intelligence, and a no-BS approach – designed to unlock real business results and personal transformation.

Clients come to Nathan to level up during periods of ambiguity, build trust and accountability on their teams, grow essential leadership skills, and align their professional life with their personal values. If you're looking for a coach who blends elite tech experience, psychological depth, and a results-driven mindset, Nathan brings it all.

Ideal for: Founders, VPs, and senior leaders at high-growth startups and fast-paced companies

Book a free intro call with Nathan →

Kevin A

Former VP of Product at Bill.com | 20+ Years in Tech & Strategy | Executive Coach for Senior Leaders in Product & Marketing

Kevin A. is a seasoned executive coach with a rare blend of technical, strategic, and leadership experience from top tech companies like PayPal, LinkedIn, Intuit, and Bill.com, where he scaled revenue to over $1B ARR as VP of Product. With 20+ years across engineering, consulting, and product leadership, Kevin now coaches senior leaders and executives looking to accelerate their careers, navigate transitions, and lead with impact.

A graduate of the Kellogg School of Management, Kevin draws on his own non-linear career journey to help clients break through plateaus and pursue promotions, pivots, or into C-suite roles. His coaching is grounded in empathy, strategy, and real-world results.

Kevin’s clients include leaders at Apple, Google, Meta, Stripe, and TikTok, many of whom come to him during moments of inflection – seeking clarity, confidence, and next-level leadership. If you're looking for a trusted partner to help you unlock your full potential, Kevin brings the experience, heart, and insight to get you there.

Ideal for: Senior product leaders, marketers, and cross-functional execs ready for their next big step

Book a free intro call with Kevin →

Debonné N

ICF-Certified Executive Coach | 15+ Years in Comms & Leadership | Expert in Emotional Intelligence & Inclusive Executive Development

Debonné N. blends a rare background in executive communications, public health, and mental health with a deep passion for coaching high-performing leaders – especially those navigating complex transitions into executive roles. She has helped clients land or grow at companies like Google, Microsoft, Bain Capital, and OpenAI.

Drawing from leadership roles as Chief Communications & Marketing Officer and experience coaching executives across industries, Debonné helps senior leaders master emotional intelligence, strategic communication, and leadership presence. Her coaching integrates “managing up” and sustainable work-life balance to build resilient, respected, and authentic executives.

Debonné brings a calm, grounded energy to every session and creates space for honest reflection and strategic action. Her mission is to turn mountains into pebbles and help each leader show up with clarity, confidence, and impact.

Ideal for: Leaders navigating executive growth, communication challenges, work-life balance, or personal transitions

Book a free intro call with Debonné →

Brian S

Manager-Level Coach | Psychology-Informed Approach | Strategic Growth for Emerging Leaders

Brian S. is a thoughtful, strategy-driven coach with a background that spans startups, universities, and global organizations like Crumbl Cookies and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He’s coached leaders across industries, from tech to healthcare to hospitality, helping them strengthen communication, clarify vision, and build cultures of accountability and trust.

Trained by the Center for Executive Coaching, Brian focuses on helping emerging managers and early-stage leaders move from reactive to intentional leadership. His coaching draws from psychology, behavior change, and tactical strategy to help clients identify blind spots, clarify goals, and build internal alignment.

Brian is especially strong at asking the right questions to surface what’s often hidden beneath the surface and helping clients develop consistent action plans that drive both personal and professional growth. Whether you’re navigating a leadership transition, struggling with confidence, or looking to have more impact without burnout, Brian brings a grounded, human-centered coaching style that helps you move forward with clarity.

Ideal for: Managers stepping into bigger leadership roles, early-stage founders, and rising professionals seeking clarity and traction

Book a free intro call with Brian →

Salima K

Berkeley-Certified Executive Coach | 20 Years in Tech Leadership | Startups, Venture, & Global Enterprise Expert

Salima K. is an award-winning tech executive, investor, and certified executive coach with nearly two decades of experience across global giants like Microsoft, AWS, and Okta, as well as high-growth startups and venture capital firms. She’s coached 70+ leaders across sectors, from founders scaling their first company to senior operators in Big Tech navigating complex growth and visibility challenges.

A graduate of the executive coaching program at UC Berkeley Haas, Salima blends coaching with deep industry insight in business development, partnerships, and strategy. She’s known for her ability to help clients increase influence, lead with confidence, and develop the emotional intelligence required for executive excellence.

Her approach is especially powerful for those working at the intersection of innovation and impact. As a co-founder of the nonprofit eSTEM Morocco (recognized by Michelle Obama’s Let Girls Learn initiative and backed by the U.S. Department of State), she’s passionate about helping purpose-driven leaders rise.

Ideal for: Tech leaders, startup founders, and women executives seeking clarity, strategic influence, or next-level leadership presence

Book a free intro call with Salima →

Stefanie M

Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach | 17+ Years in Corporate Banking | Finance Leadership & Career Growth Expert

Stefanie M. is a seasoned leadership and executive coach with deep roots in the banking and finance world. After 17 years at JPMorgan Chase & Co. where she served as a Market Executive, team leader, and internal coach, Stefanie now supports finance professionals navigating leadership transitions, team management, and career growth.

She has coached 60+ clients, many of them in banking, private equity, and venture capital, helping them uncover their leadership potential and thrive in demanding corporate environments. A Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach and accredited through the Association for Coaching, Stefanie focuses on strength-based, actionable development tailored to each client’s goals.

Known for her empathy and sharp industry insight, Stefanie is the ideal thinking partner for finance professionals seeking greater impact, confidence, and clarity in their careers.

Ideal for: Banking and finance leaders, women in leadership, and professionals seeking purpose-driven growth

Book a free intro call with Stefanie →

Denis S

Harvard-Trained Executive Coach | Amazon & Startup Leader | 15+ Years Global Experience Across Fortune 500s & Ventures

Denis S. is a transformational executive coach who brings unmatched range, combining Amazon leadership, serial entrepreneurship, and Harvard Business School training. With 15+ years scaling global teams at Amazon, Unilever, Ford, and across startups in New York and Asia, Denis offers clients the rare combination of operational grit and deep inner-work expertise.

He has coached 60+ executives across industries, helping them overcome burnout, navigate career pivots, and lead with greater purpose and clarity. His practice blends evidence-based business strategy with mind-body integration, emotional intelligence, and resilience-building techniques from elite performance frameworks.

Currently President of the HBS Association of Southern California, Denis leads professional development for thousands of high-achieving executives. He’s your go-to coach if you're ready to go beyond surface-level success and make bold, lasting changes – in leadership, and life.

Ideal for: Founders, global executives, and high performers navigating growth, reinvention, or burnout

Book a free intro call with Denis →

Elana G

Certified Executive Coach | Former VP of People at Hidden Road | 50+ Leaders Coached Across Tech, Finance & Startups

Elana Gordon is a seasoned executive coach and strategic HR leader with a proven track record of empowering senior leaders to navigate complexity, scale impact, and thrive in high-growth environments. With leadership experience at Coinbase, Hidden Road, and Deloitte, she brings a unique blend of executive coaching, management consulting, and in-house HR expertise across tech, fintech, and financial services.

Through her coaching and consulting practice, Elana supports startup CEOs, Fortune 500 executives, and rising leaders in mastering the human side of leadership. She focuses on helping clients expand self-awareness, communicate with clarity, lead through ambiguity, and drive cultural and business outcomes with confidence. Her coaching is both practical and transformative: tailored to address strategic transitions, team dynamics, IPO readiness, and leadership under pressure.

A certified executive coach through the Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute at UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business, Elana also holds an MBA from Michigan Ross. Whether helping clients break through personal barriers or architect scalable people strategies, she brings a rigorous, human-centered approach to leadership development that enables clients to grow intentionally and lead authentically.

Ideal for: Founders, finance and consulting professionals making career changes, those looking for a rigorous yet supportive coaching approach

Book a free intro call with Elana →

David H

5+ Years in Talent Leadership at Meta, a16z, Zoom | Data-Driven Career Strategist | Military Background

David Hollestelle is a career and executive coach with over 15 years of experience recruiting top talent and leading hiring teams at industry powerhouses including Meta, Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Intuit, and Zoom. He advises clients across tech, venture capital, and private equity, combining insider hiring expertise with personalized coaching to help professionals advance with clarity and confidence.

David’s coaching style is strategic, supportive, and grounded in data. He draws on his background in People Analytics from The Wharton School and his ongoing Master’s in Executive Coaching from UT Dallas (ICF-accredited) to deliver customized development plans that are as thoughtful as they are actionable. Whether supporting a career pivot, preparing for executive interviews, or helping clients navigate transitions, David provides practical insight rooted in real-world hiring experience.

As someone who transitioned out of the military with the help of mentors, David knows firsthand how transformative coaching can be – and he’s passionate about paying that experience forward. His work centers on empowering high-potential professionals to explore their strengths, break through barriers, and build purposeful careers in fast-paced industries.

Ideal for: Tech, VC, or PE professionals navigating executive interviews, leadership transitions, or career pivots – especially those seeking a coach with deep recruiting insight and a structured, data-informed approach.

Book a free intro call with David →

Revital P

Product Leadership Coach | Meta, Microsoft, BCG Alum | Expert in Career Navigation & PM Growth

Revital P. is a leadership and career coach with a powerful blend of experience in product management, strategy, and executive leadership at top-tier companies including Meta, Microsoft, LinkedIn, and BCG. A former product leader turned full-time coach, Revital brings a practical, empathetic lens to her coaching, grounded in her own journey from finance to consulting to building products used by millions.

Revital’s coaching style is both compassionate and action-oriented. She specializes in helping clients gain clarity, build leadership skills, and navigate pivotal career decisions. From managing team dynamics to cultivating executive presence, she offers targeted support that’s rooted in lived experience and delivered with empathy. Her background as a startup advisor and investor also gives her unique insight into founder and early-stage leadership challenges.

As a first-generation college graduate who once struggled to decode the unspoken rules of corporate life, Revital is especially passionate about helping others find confidence, alignment, and agency in their careers. She now leads women’s career circles, mentors aspiring PMs, and supports high-achieving professionals across industries through customized coaching.

Ideal for: Product managers, tech operators, and rising leaders, especially women, seeking career clarity, leadership development, or support in navigating transitions within fast-paced tech environments.

Book a free intro call with Revital →

Chencheng W

Engineering Leadership Coach | Director at Instacart | Former LinkedIn Sales Navigator Founding Team Member

Chencheng W. is a seasoned engineering leader turned executive coach with over a decade of experience building and scaling high-performance teams at some of the world’s top tech companies. Currently the Director of Engineering at Instacart, Chencheng leads multiple growth-focused teams responsible for user acquisition, retention, and marketing infrastructure. Prior to Instacart, she was a founding engineer on LinkedIn’s Sales Navigator, helping grow it into a billion-dollar business.

Chencheng’s journey from individual contributor to senior executive gives her a unique lens into the leadership challenges faced by engineers at all levels. Her coaching is grounded in firsthand experience: defining product strategy, cultivating high-performing and inclusive team cultures, aligning cross-functional stakeholders, and delivering real business impact.

With a master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Purdue, she brings both technical depth and operational savvy to her coaching. She’s passionate about helping engineering professionals grow into confident, effective leaders who can drive change while staying grounded in their values.

Ideal for: Engineering managers, directors, and technical team leads aiming to step into larger leadership roles, scale teams effectively, or improve strategic influence within their organization.

Book a free intro call with Chencheng →

How to Find the Right Executive Coach for You

Choosing the right executive coach can significantly accelerate your professional growth, especially if you’re navigating a high-stakes leadership role, preparing for a promotion, or seeking clarity during a career pivot. Whether you're aiming to become a more effective leader or working through specific challenges, here’s what to look for when selecting an executive coaching service that aligns with your goals and leadership style:

Proven Experience in Executive Leadership CoachingThe best executive coaches have real-world leadership experience, often as former executives themselves or as certified professionals who’ve coached leaders at Fortune 500 companies, fast-growth startups, or across industries like tech, finance, and healthcare. Look for executive coaching services that offer deep insights into C-suite dynamics, strategic decision-making, team leadership, and organizational change. Coaches with hands-on experience understand the nuance of leadership – and how to help you unlock your next level.

Specialization That Matches Your Career GoalsThe best leadership coaching services are not one-size-fits-all. Great executive coaches specialize, whether that be in helping first-time managers, or VPs navigating cross-functional leadership, or founders facing high-growth startup challenges. Some focus on soft skills like emotional intelligence, executive presence, or burnout recovery. Consider what you want most from coaching, whether it's developing strategic vision, managing complex stakeholders, or scaling a team, and find a coach who has experience with your industry and your stage of leadership.

Client Results and Success StoriesThe top executive coaching services stand out because of the results they deliver. Look for testimonials from leaders who’ve achieved measurable progress, i.e. a promotion, stronger team culture, clearer strategic direction, or improved work-life balance. Past client stories can provide insight into a coach’s strengths, style, and ability to drive real outcomes in high-pressure environments.

Coaching Style and FitExecutive coaching works best when there’s a strong fit between coach and client. Some coaches follow a structured, assessment-based approach, while others focus on reflective inquiry, goal setting, or real-time decision-making support. Think about how you like to work: Do you want direct, no-fluff feedback? A thought partner? A mindset shift? Choose a coach whose leadership coaching style complements your own learning preferences and professional needs.

Demonstrated Impact Across Roles and CompaniesWhether you’re a VP, C-level executive, founder, or people manager, look for coaches who’ve successfully supported leaders at your level and across respected companies. The best executive coaches bring pattern recognition from dozens (or hundreds) of engagements, allowing them to spot blind spots and opportunities quickly. From fast-growing startups to Fortune 100 enterprises, impactful executive coaching should leave you with greater confidence, better decisions, and a clearer path forward.

By focusing on these criteria – experience, specialization, results, style, and track record – you’ll be better equipped to choose an executive coach who helps you grow into the leader you want to be. Investing in the right coaching relationship can unlock powerful insights, expand your leadership toolkit, and elevate your career for years to come.

Ready to Find the Right Executive Coach for You?

The right executive coach can be the difference between feeling stuck and stepping into your next level of leadership with confidence. Whether you're preparing for a promotion, leading through change, or seeking more clarity and balance as a senior leader, expert coaching can help you accelerate your growth and achieve lasting impact.

Don’t leave your leadership journey to chance. Invest in your future by finding a coach who understands your background, your goals, and the unique challenges of executive life. Browse all executive and leadership coaches on Leland and read verified reviews to find someone who’s the right fit for your path. Or, check out our free leadership events to get inspired and learn from seasoned coaches.

Need help choosing? Book a free call with a Leland advisor to get personalized coach recommendations and guidance on your next steps.

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Executive Leadership Coaching – FAQs

What are the qualifications of an executive coach?

• Qualified executive coaches typically have years of coaching experience working with senior leaders, executive leaders, and C-suite executives across multiple industries. Many hold certifications from the International Coaching Federation (ICF), which ensures they meet rigorous coaching competencies and ethical standards. The best executive coaches bring a deep understanding of leadership development, organizational change, and emotional intelligence, often grounded in firsthand experience coaching clients at various organizational levels. They use proven methodologies to help leaders improve performance, develop new habits, and communicate effectively with key stakeholders. Whether supporting a development plan or acting as a strategic sounding board, great coaches are critical to helping effective leaders unlock their full potential.

How much does executive coaching cost?

• Executive coaching services can range from several thousand to tens of thousands of dollars depending on the coach’s background, specialization, and engagement scope. Leland offers a more accessible alternative without compromising on quality. Our platform features professional coaches with extensive experience coaching executives at leading companies, all at transparent and competitive rates. Many of our coaches have ICF certification or equivalent credentials, and bring years of leadership and coaching experience. Whether you’re looking for a few focused coaching sessions or a long-term coaching engagement, Leland makes it easier for executives to find coaching that fits their needs, budget, and career trajectory, all while still achieving tangible results and transformational change.

What does an executive coach do?

• An executive coach helps leaders improve leadership effectiveness, navigate organizational change, and develop new skills by serving as a strategic partner and external perspective. Through coaching conversations, a coach helps executive leaders increase self-awareness, strengthen emotional intelligence, and align their behaviors with organizational goals. They support personal growth and behavior change, guide executives through challenging transitions, and foster better cross-cultural communication and cultural intelligence. Coaching engagements often include structured development plans tailored to the executive’s distinctive strengths and challenges, with a focus on unlocking potential, building high-performing teams, and achieving long-term success. Whether you're preparing for the next big role or seeking to lead more authentically, executive coaching is a powerful tool for transformative leadership.