Eileen Schmidt

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About Eileen Schmidt

With over 25 years of experience in leadership coaching, organization transformation, and innovative program design, I bring passion and expertise to supporting people and organizations as they learn, grow, and achieve their full potential. I have global experience working in diverse cultures and organizations including multi-national Fortune 500 companies, nationally recognized non-profits, and start-ups. As a creative builder of leaders, teams, and organizations, I accurately assess cultures and leadership, resulting in a collaborative plan of action that improves relationships and performance. As a partner and ally in career transition, I help leaders articulate their purpose, set a path, and successfully transition to their next opportunity. I am known for being curious, innovative, direct, and strategic in my work. Collaborating with clients, I help leaders and teams develop people-centered relationships, processes, and solutions that create clarity, community, and commitment. I am sought out as a coach who listens, counsels, and empowers clients to set goals that align with their unique purpose and potential. With deep expertise in learning experience design and delivery, I create a safe space for individuals and teams to grow into more skilled, courageous, and authentic leaders. Having worked globally with a diversity of clientele, I bring practical knowledge and experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion that serves to enrich both individuals and organizations. As an influential leader, I build trusting relationships and facilitate innovative solutions. I adeptly navigate ambiguity and transform challenges into opportunities. Using a collaborative approach, I help leaders and teams gain insight, explore options, and take strategic action to achieve their goals. I am known for being able to quickly assess a situation, envision and communicate a path through sticky situations, and enlist all levels of stakeholders in advancing a common goal. My purpose and passion are to help leaders illuminate, explore, and achieve their full potential. If you are ready to embark on this journey, you can reach me at eileen.illumin@gmail.com.