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“Leaders are most effective when they understand how to apply their unique value in a way that is authentic and natural for them.  To do this, the leader must first be connected with their own self and know what makes them tick.  This inner connection is essential to working well with others in a real way in a complex, dynamic environment.”

Emma Kiendl is an executive coach who helps leaders unlock their potential, pursue bold goals, and maximize their impact within complex, mission-driven organizations. She partners with emerging and established leaders to navigate the transition from what has made them successful in the past to what is required for their next stage of leadership.

Emma brings a depth of experience working across nonprofit and for-profit contexts, including organizations navigating growth, funding, and evolving operational demands. She has supported leaders in refining their vision, strengthening their unique leadership presence, and communicating effectively with stakeholders—including in environments that require courageous stances while translating complex ideas into actionable strategies.

In her coaching, Emma integrates inner development with external execution, helping leaders cultivate a congruent leadership presence that drives sustainable impact. Her clients report greater clarity, stronger alignment with their purpose, and an increased ability to mobilize teams and resources toward meaningful outcomes.

Emma is known for her compassionate, direct, and deeply experienced approach. She creates space for honest reflection and creative exploration, enabling leaders to adapt to complexity and grow with intention and resilience.

Experience

• 25+ years coaching global leaders across international development, technology, financial services, government, professional services, and nonprofit sectors in organizations such as the World Bank Group, IDB Invest, American Institute for Research, American Red Cross, The Nature Conservancy, Development Gateway, Trout Unlimited, Verisign, The Terra Foundation for American Art, Help Scout and the Mitre Corporation.
• 25+ years designing and facilitating leadership development programs for emerging leaders, mid-level managers, and senior executives
• 15 years in education leadership roles (Director, Faculty, Facilitator, Learning Circle Advisor) at Georgetown University’s Institute for Transformational Leadership
• 15 years ICF Coach Assessor

Education, Training and Certifications

• Master’s in Human Development (The George Washington University)
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology (George Mason University)
• Graduate Certificate in Leadership Coaching (The George Washington University)
• International Coach Federation Associate Certified Coach (PCC)
• 2026 The Power of Embodied Leadership Certification- (Currently enrolled) Coaches Rising
• 2024 Re-imagine Leadership Certification- Coaches Rising
• Assessment Certifications: Leadership Circle Profile 360, Certified Action Learning Practitioner, Key Polarities Indicator Certification, International Coach Federation Assessor’s Training, 2015

Personal

• Emma was born in Macclesfield, England.
• She enjoys growing vegetables in her garden, making functional table pottery and cooking good food.

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