For Leaders Who Refuse to Settle for Just a Title...
I Help Leaders Reconnect to Who They Are, So They Can
Redefine How They Lead
You're in the right place if you're a high-achieving professional or team that is ready to stop chasing and start choosing clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Explore private coaching, corporate partnerships, and dynamic keynote presentations that inspire.
20+ Years
in Executive Leadership
From CEO of a nonprofit to EVP and CMO, I’ve led high-performing teams and driven strategy at the highest levels of business.
Oversaw $2B in Annual Sales
As Chief Marketing Officer I have been responsible for company-wide sales, marketing, and customer experience, leading initiatives that shaped growth and culture.
MBA + Cornell Certified in Executive Change
I hold an MBA and earned an Executive Change Management certification from Cornell University, combining real-world leadership with research-backed strategy.
Get Inspired for Your Next Steps
Watch the video below to learn more about how Kristi is inspiring leaders around the nation.
Own Your Leadership Identity
Finally feel like the leader your title says you are.
Silence the Inner Critic
Replace doubt with grounded confidence and emotional clarity.
Lead Without the Mask
Stop performing. Start leading from a place of purpose and self-alignment.
Build a Team That Trusts You
Lead with empathy, earn buy-in, and build a stronger culture.
Make Decisions With Integrity
Feel certain in who you are and how you show up — even under pressure.
You Look Successful on Paper...
But Quietly Feel Stuck
I’ve been there.
On the outside, everything looks great. The promotions. The leadership role. The calendar full of strategy meetings and boardroom wins.
But under the surface, there’s a quiet tug. A voice that whispers, “Is this really it?”
You’re not alone in feeling that way.
This is for you if...
You’ve lost your vision and don’t know what you want next.
You’re leading with exhaustion, not energy.
You want to grow, but not at the cost of who you are.
You’re craving something deeper, more aligned, more authentic, more you.
We don’t need to burn it all down. But we do need to get radically clear about what comes next.
Own Your Leadership Identity
Finally feel like the leader your title says you are.
Silence the Inner Critic
Replace doubt with grounded confidence and emotional clarity.
Lead Without the Mask
Stop performing. Start leading from a place of purpose and self-alignment.
Build a Team That Trusts You
Lead with empathy, earn buy-in, and build a stronger culture.
Make Decisions With Integrity
Feel certain in who you are and how you show up — even under pressure.
The Exact Moment I Knew I Couldn't Keep
Pretending...
There was a point in my own journey when I realized:
I had the corner office. The title. The respect. The responsibility. I was leading teams, building culture, and carrying weight most people never saw.
But somewhere along the way, I had become unrecognizable to myself.
I was so busy leading for everyone else that I stopped listening to my own voice. I had lost sight of my own values. And I kept telling myself to just push through. Until I couldn’t.
What changed? I stopped asking, “How can I fix this?” and started asking, “Who do I want to become?”
That question led me back to myself. And eventually, to the work I do now.
Now It's Your Turn To gain the Same kind of clarity
That changes everything
Not the fluffy kind. The kind that’s rooted in truth, aligned with values, and grounded in a new level of confidence. Whether you're ready to go deep or just need your next clear step, let’s start from where you are.
Start with a Private Clarity Session
A 45-minute session to help you map your next step with intention.
Apply for Executive Coaching
My 8-week Radical Clarity coaching is especially for high-achieving women ready to lead with soul, structure, and strength.
Book Kristi to Speak
Whether you're planning a high-impact leadership summit, an internal culture event, or a breakout session designed to leave lasting impact, I’d love to be part of it.
From Leading a Billion-Dollar Brand
to Guiding Human-Centered
Transformation
Before I became a coach, I spent more than two decades inside executive leadership.
I’ve served as CEO of a nonprofit, and as EVP and Chief Marketing Officer overseeing $2 billion in annual sales. I’ve built high-performing teams, navigated major transitions, and worked inside the pressure cooker of what success is supposed to look like.
What I bring to my clients isn’t just strategy, it’s compassion paired with clarity.
It’s a leadership presence built through experience. And it’s a coaching style that creates space for truth, transformation, and grounded next steps.
If you’re looking for someone who can speak both business and human, I’m here.
Organizational Change Begins With
Clear Leaders
The work I do with individuals also extends to the companies they lead.
Through executive coaching, leadership team intensives, and strategic growth advisory, I help organizations create real culture shifts from the inside out.
Whether you’re navigating executive transitions or building sustainable leadership from the top down, I bring grounded strategy, relational wisdom, and decades of inside experience to your team.
Words That Say It All:
“Breakthrough Confidence”
“I finally stopped shrinking in meetings. I feel grounded in my values — and it shows.”
– Marcus, Sr. Project Manager
“I Found My Voice”
“This coaching helped me lead from the front instead of the shadows. My team actually trusts me now.”
– Anita, Operations Director
“The Missing Piece”
“I had the skills but not the identity. Nicholas helped me connect the two — and everything changed.”
– Jason, Marketing Lead
Still Have Questions?
Let’s Clear a Few Things Up.
Q1: Who are our coaching programs designed for?
Nicholas works with mid-level and emerging leaders who are ready to grow — not just in their performance, but in their presence. If you’re navigating new responsibilities, imposter syndrome, team dynamics, or unclear direction, this work is built for you.
Q2: I’ve done leadership training before. How is this different?
Most trainings focus on tactics. Nicholas focuses on transformation. His approach blends emotional intelligence, behavioral psychology, and identity development — creating change that lasts well beyond a worksheet.
Q3: Do I need to be in a corporate role to work with Nicholas?
Not necessarily. While many of his clients are in corporate or professional settings, what matters most is that you’re in a leadership role — formal or informal — and ready to lead with more clarity and confidence.
Q4: What’s the difference between the offers?
Each program is designed to meet you at a different stage of your leadership journey — from self-guided clarity tools to immersive 1:1 mentorship. You’ll find free resources, entry-point assessments, and high-touch coaching experiences. Explore the Services Section to find your best fit.
Q5: Is this therapy? Or coaching?
This is coaching, rooted in the depth of Nicholas’s training in adult education and behavioral psychology. You’ll experience mindset shifts, emotional insight, and leadership strategies — all focused on professional growth, not clinical treatment.
Let’s Redefine What Success Means From Here Forward
If you're done performing your way through leadership and ready to feel aligned again, I'm ready when you are.
You don’t need to have all the answers. You just need to start asking better questions.