Leadership That Sees the Person,
Not Just the Role.
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Helping leaders see the strengths in their team, make aligned decisions, and build a culture where contributions are recognized and well-used.
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Kelly Kannwischer, Executive Coach
When people contribute from who they are, the whole organization moves forward with clarity and conviction.
Even in high-functioning organizations, strengths often go unrecognized.
People are hired for what they bring but end up boxed into roles that do not reflect their full contribution. Over time, that gap creates frustration, misalignment, and missed opportunities for individuals and the team as a whole.
Without space to name what is working and surface what is being overlooked, teams fall into patterns that keep them busy but disconnected.
The result is a group of capable people doing good work, but not the right work, and never quite hitting their stride together.
Kelly helps leaders and teams recognize individual strengths and create environments where people contribute fully and effectively.
Kelly Kannwischer has spent over two decades helping leaders recognize what their people bring, and organize around it with purpose.
With a background in both executive leadership and strategy, she’s served as CEO of a national nonprofit, led teams through complex change, and coached individuals at every level of leadership.
Her work is built on a deep belief: organizations are strongest when individuals are seen for their unique strengths and invited to contribute meaningfully.
Today, Kelly partners with purpose-driven leaders to bring that belief to life. Through executive coaching and facilitated conversations, she helps teams name what’s working, surface what’s missing, and build cultures that reflect their values.
Her approach is practical and human, rooted in lived leadership experience, not theory. Whether guiding a senior team through a stuck moment or helping an individual leader navigate their next chapter, Kelly brings the structure, insight, and presence that make meaningful progress possible.
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“Kelly’s coaching significantly enhances leadership effectiveness. Her personalized approach to executive coaching and team development leads to increased productivity, stronger communication, and remarkable growth, driving tangible business success."
– Clark Kennedy - PE, PTOE, RSP
Transportation Engineer at Kimley-Horn
Let’s look at what your team already has,
and isn’t using.
Executive Coaching
Navigate the complexities of your role - refining strategic thinking, enhancing emotional intelligence, achieving a healthier work-life balance
Leadership can feel isolating, especially when decisions get complex and expectations keep shifting.
Executive coaching creates space to step back, look at what’s working, and make thoughtful decisions about what comes next.
Kelly brings two decades of experience working with leaders across companies, universities, and non-profits. As an International Coach Federation certified coach, she combines disciplined methodology with a track record of results.
Her approach blends strategic insight with honest conversation, partnering with individuals and leadership teams to name strengths, navigate stuck points, and reconnect daily work with deeper purpose. Through this work, leaders grow in confidence, capacity, and contribution.
→ Schedule a consultationChallenges Kelly Solves:
Navigating complex corporate environments with confidence
Driving organizational transformation and innovation
Enhancing decision-making and strategic thinking
Building and leading high-performing teams
Managing stress and achieving work-life balance
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Kelly's coaching process is tailored to your unique needs and goals. It begins with a comprehensive assessment to understand your your goals for growth. Through individual sessions via Zoom, you're provided actionable insights, strategic guidance, and ongoing support to ensure your success.
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Why Choose Kelly:
- Proven Success:Â Clients consistently achieve outstanding results.
- Tailored Programs: Customized coaching that aligns with your goals.
- Confidentiality: Your privacy and trust are paramount.
- Expert Guidance: Benefit from her industry-recognized expertise in executive coaching.
What Executive Coaching Does for You
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Here’s what you can expect:
See what’s working, and what’s not.
Coaching creates space to name patterns, surface strengths, and recognize where things are getting off track.
Make better decisions with less second-guessing.
With a grounded outside perspective, you’ll sort through competing priorities and move forward with confidence.
Lead in a way that feels true to you.
Whether you're navigating change, shaping culture, or developing your team, coaching helps you stay aligned with what matters.
Strengthen your team through better conversations.
Coaching isn’t just about you; it’s about how your leadership shapes the people around you.
