About Vanessa Tennyson

Collaborating with Executives on Authentic Leadership

Value of Coaching

As a professional executive and leadership coach, I work with people in the space between behavior and performance, to assist in the creative exploration of capabilities and effectiveness.

I work alongside those who desire to be genuinely engaged in their work, committed to developing their awareness, and broadening their perspective.

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My Story

I have over three decades of C-suite experience in professional services, non-profit management, human resources, financial management, administration and operations. I am a catalyst for developing leadership talent that embraces empathy and clarity through frequent communication as the foundation for executive presence. As a transgender woman, I offer a rare perspective from experiencing both male and female gender roles as an employee, manager, executive and business owner.

I joined a small consulting engineering firm in 1986, as Director of Operations. I began structuring the firm for growth and expansion and spent the next 32 years as Chief Financial Officer, Chief Administrative Officer, Chief Human Resources Officer and finally Chief Operating Officer taking the firm to $22 million in annual revenue.

Coaching Philosophy

I coach in the areas of Emotional Intelligence, Leadership & Engagement, Communication, Executive Presence, Performance Enhancement.

With astute active listening skills, I am able to help you discover the true basis for blockers, issues or concerns, and shine a light on what change looks like for you. I provide a framework, accountability and meaningful feedback to accelerate individual performance, while embracing your authentic self.

My range of empathy is unusually diverse due to the wide array of experiences in my personal, professional and volunteer roles, and as your coach, I help illuminate in language that is meaningful to you, your path to enhanced engagement and performance.