Keith Leonard, Executive Coach & Talent Development Expert

PROFFESIONAL EXPERIENCE

Founder & Owner – Keith Leonard Coaching LLC 

Feb ’10-Present | Shokan, NY

A full-service executive coaching and corporate training solutions firm, specializing in driving organizational improvement through talent development initiatives and one-on-one coaching arrangements. Partner organizations and clients include FedEx, Duane Reade/Walgreen Pharmacies, Staples, Bed Bath & Beyond, The Christmas Tree Shoppes, Gabriel Brothers, Waste Management, McDonalds Restaurants, NY State Senate, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, The Philadelphia Phillies, Meridian Hospitals, Tatari, Vizio and more.

• Trained and coached over 5000 leaders and executives across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Australia
• Collaborate with C-suite executives to conduct comprehensive leadership assessments, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
• Develop customized coaching plans tailored to each executive’s unique goals and challenges, utilizing a combination of leadership frameworks and psychological principles.
• Provide one-on-one coaching sessions, leveraging active listening, probing questions, and constructive feedback to enhance self-awareness and interpersonal skills.
• Facilitate executive/leadership team workshops and group coaching sessions to foster collaboration, improve communication, and drive organizational alignment.
• Create custom training content for sales, marketing, customer service, operations, and human resources employee development.
• Mentor executives in strategic thinking, decision-making, and change management, resulting in enhanced leadership capabilities and effective problem-solving.
• Assess and address emotional intelligence competencies, helping leaders navigate complex interpersonal dynamics and build stronger relationships with their teams and stakeholders.
• Track and measure the progress of coaching engagements, using key performance indicators to demonstrate tangible improvements in leadership effectiveness and organizational performance.
• Offer guidance and support during critical career transitions, such as promotions, onboarding into new roles, or navigating challenging professional situations.
• Stay current on industry best practices and leadership trends, integrating the latest research and methodologies into coaching strategies.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within client organizations, contributing to long-term leadership growth and sustainability.
• Create and deliver a bi-annual leadership development seminar, inviting clients from across the United States to participate in a weeklong intensive program designed to elevate skills, increase awareness and positively impact organizational success. (The 12 Decisions Seminar)