Executive Coaching

At Archetekt we provide senior and mid-level leaders with coaching and organizational support on leadership development team building communications organizational effectiveness leading relationship building and managing change.

As a Strategic Design & Futuring firm we bring a humanistic and creative aspect to our work augmented by a strong data and evidence-informed approach. As part of this process, we can provide confidential executive coaching and facilitate the development of leadership development plans. This work can be aligned with our other work around strategic design and planning through workshops and the creation of associated materials such as strategic and operational plans and support through processes such as implementing continuous improvement practices.

As a company, we have deep experience in coaching and organizational support around the issue of equity and diversity in the workplace.

Susette Aguiar-Possnack is the founding partner and CEO of Aguiar Professional Training LLC.  She is a Goldstar Certified Partner in the Strengthscope system, using Strengthscope and other tools to assess individuals and organizations, enabling the creation of simple, strength-based, training strategies that identify what the organization wants to achieve, as well as providing easily attainable steps to reaching those goals.  She is a member of PIHRA, the Association for Professionals in Human Resources.

Twelve years ago, she launched Aguiar Professional Training, based on observations she made during her own personal career experiences as an educator, and as an executive in the University of California system, as well as in various nonprofit organizations.  She saw, firsthand, the tremendous variation in the competency of different leaders and co-managers, and the impacts that this had on their staff in terms of job satisfaction, growth, productivity, health, and turnover.  She began to realize that there was a direct correlation between these factors and whether employees were functioning in their areas of strength, instead of in areas that drained them.

As an African American with a unique perspective from integrating an all-white school and being the lone person of color in management roles, George Zeno’s coaching philosophy brings focus on fostering inclusive and diverse environments to executive coaching. I support leaders traumatized by organizational dynamics, addressing the impact on their health, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. My coaching, rooted in lived experiences and academic background, emphasizes empathy and strategic empowerment.

I coach individuals and teams, adapting to meet specific needs and aligning with organizational objectives and individual growth. My six-month initial engagement features tailored sessions to ensure meaningful progress, backed by discretion and professionalism. My approach builds resilience and capacity for long-term success.

Christina Chang’s coaching philosophy starts with radical listening and is built on respect, vulnerability, humility, and curiosity. She follows four principles she calls TENDing to our Courageous Conversations, adapted from Glenn Singleton’s work: TRUTH, ENGAGE, NONCLOSURE, and DISCOMFORT. These principles guide her coaching with questions like: What does it mean to speak my truth? How do I stay engaged? How can I hold nonclosure and press ahead? How do I embrace discomfort? These questions form the foundation of the coaching journey.

About me: I am a (she/her) race and equity consultant based in Seattle, specializing in fostering diverse and inclusive work cultures at universities and non-profits nationwide. I actively serve in various higher education institutions such as the University of Michigan, North Carolina State, University of Oregon, and the University of California-San Francisco, and my non-profit clients include Make-A-Wish and the Smithsonian Institution.

Dr. Jen Self’s coaching phiolophsy is centered around change. Change is life, and we are always in the process of either resisting or promoting change. When leaders allow Jen (Dr. J) to be a part of their process – to connect with their energy, their goals, their vision – they inhabit this transformation together. That liminal space is what Dr. J lives for; in those moments, pure truth, dignity, love, joyous power, the best we have to offer as people is visible. In that space, anything is possible.

Dr. J coaches through the lenses of emotional intelligence, equity, justice, and trauma-informed work environments. Their training as a licensed clinical social worker, their doctorate in social welfare focused on racial and gender justice and structural power, and their specific work with and knowledge of both the millennial generation and GenZ, position them as one of few executive coaches with the combination of knowledge and skill that is required for the challenges in our present environment. 

Liz Cruz is an experienced talent & leadership development professional, organizational effectiveness consultant, and leadership coach with a notable background in the corporate space. Her coaching approach is informed by their deeply held belief that each of us is inherently brilliant and that the best solutions to our leadership challenges are found in our deep knowledge of ourselves. Her process begins with assessing the client’s emotional intelligence strengths through the EQ-i (the leading EQ assessment) and exploring how to best bring them to bear in the challenges at hand.

Liz helps her clients to learn about themselves, to investigate their feelings and beliefs, and to build a practice of taking small but powerful actions to create radical change in their leadership. 

Dr. Jolene Church is the founder and CEO of DJC Consulting, Coaching, and Training LLC, a prominent leader in leadership and organizational transformation since 1998. Starting her career with JET Field Services and transitioning to DJC in 2017, she has held pivotal roles such as Workforce Development Director for a public utility and HR Director for a County and Special Transit District. Her academic background includes teaching business administration and leadership, and she has authored eight books on leadership topics.

With over eight years of executive coaching experience on Wall Street, Dr. Church is adept at guiding leaders through complex challenges and transforming troubled portfolios. She is recognized for her expertise in executive coaching, leadership development, team building, collaboration, and organizational effectiveness. As a member of the Forbes Coaches Council and a Forbes contributing writer, she is influential in the HR industry and champions EQ training and leadership development.

Stacey Farmer Hughes is a distinguished executive coach and leadership development leader with over 25 years of experience. She specializes in empowering transitioning executives and professionals, unlocking their potential and aligning their skills with transformative opportunities. Educated at the University of Houston-Clear Lake in Media Studies, Stacey has continuously expanded her skills through professional development, earning certifications with the Association for Talent Development (ATD) in Career Development, Teamwork, Analytical Thinking, and Adult Education.

Stacey’s competencies in Executive Coaching, Employee Engagement, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) have been pivotal in her role as a strategic consultant. Her influential tenure at Farmer Hughes Consulting and as an Executive Coach at Crisp highlights her ability to drive organizations towards cultural transformation and strategic advancement. At the core of her philosophy is the belief in catalyzing change and nurturing a culture of learning. Her approach focuses on fostering leadership that is innovative, adaptable, and deeply rooted in organizational culture, aligning perfectly with WSU’s leadership development and team-building needs.

Heidi Lumpkin is the innovative Director of Programming at the Coach Certification Institute. After a successful corporate executive career in training delivery, operations, and design, she founded ‘Fridays Open’ in 2016, a coaching firm dedicated to helping others realize their leadership and career potential.

With a background in Media Studies from the University of Houston-Clear Lake and certifications from the Association for Talent Development, Heidi’s expertise spans Career Development, Teamwork, Analytical Thinking, Adult Education, Organizational Culture, Change Management, Executive Coaching, Employee Engagement, and CRM.

Heidi’s focus on mindset and intention addresses the ‘confidence deficit’ many face, empowering professionals to overcome self-doubt and impostor syndrome. As Director of Programming, she has infused innovative strategies into the curriculum, sparking transformation and confidence in clients. Her approach includes deliberate practice, habit stacking, and ongoing support, leading to significant and sustainable results.

Lisa Adams is a vibrant business and career expert whose journey encompasses corporate leadership, business ownership, and ministry. Her experiences are marked by a love for life, people, and a deep spiritual connection, infusing her work with a unique blend of passion and purpose. Lisa’s expertise in invigorating leadership teams and transforming organizational strategies and cultures demonstrates her effectiveness in driving change and fostering growth.

Lisa has a profound ability to coach women in transition, helping them rediscover joy, energy, and focus in their careers, new ventures, or personal lives. Her approach is deeply empathetic and empowering, making her an invaluable resource for those navigating significant life changes.

With a background that spans financial services, hospitality, technology, legal, consulting, and the nonprofit sector, Lisa brings a multifaceted perspective to her coaching. In 2010, she leveraged her corporate experience to found Fresh Air Careers, which later evolved into Lisa Adams Coaching. This venture highlights her entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to personal and professional development.

Amy Dunn leverages extensive leadership experience and evidence-based training to optimize talent at individual, team, and organizational levels across diverse sectors including insurance, financial services, technology, academia, healthcare, and government. Her background as Vice President of Human Resources and Talent Management in a Fortune 50 company provides practical insight into navigating complex organizational challenges and pressures.

Her consulting approach is results-driven, aimed at bringing out the best in people and organizations. Amy offers tailored services that include:

Doug Nathan’s essence of work across coaching, writing, teaching, training, consulting, and business ownership is driven by a passion for learning and guiding others towards lives filled with clarity, purpose, and passion. With over 20 years of coaching experience, his approach emphasizes slowing down, leading with curiosity, and empathizing deeply with individuals’ perspectives.

Beginning his career at Microsoft, Doug initially taught managers how to coach employees in career development before advancing to coaching high-potential employees and executives. He had the privilege of working globally with tech firms, business organizations, government agencies, and public education. At King County, he served as a Conflict Engagement Consultant and Learning and Development Manager at King County Metro, where he pioneered an internal coaching program that integrated equity and racial justice principles.

Evans Kerrigan brings over 30 years of expertise in Organizational Development, Leadership Development, and Operational Excellence across corporate and public sectors. He designs custom skill development programs and fosters healthy organizational cultures using The Leadership Challenge and The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team models. Evans is adept with Everything DiSC and other tools to enhance emotional intelligence and team dynamics. His experience spans industries from financial services to government agencies, where he’s implemented Lean and Six Sigma methodologies for process improvement.

Vaundee “Coach” Arnold is an experienced Leadership Development Coach with over 30 years of expertise in cultivating effective leaders across various sectors. She is dedicated to creating environments where clients feel supported and empowered to achieve their leadership goals. Vaundee specializes in The Leadership Challenge® and Leadership Practices Inventory®, enhancing client development beyond mere coaching to transformative personal and professional growth. Her coaching approach emphasizes psychological safety, diversity, and empathy to foster inclusive workplace cultures.

Samantha Trotter brings over 10 years of coaching experience from her work with Public Sector executives, supporting both teams and individuals with conflict resolution, mediation, communication, team development, performance management, strategy, and prioritization. She is dedicated to her own Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) learning and has over 8 years of experience developing and delivering DEIB content and training plans to teams and organizations. Samantha holds a bachelor’s degree in communication sciences and a double minor in Linguistics and Spanish from Western Washington University.

She is a Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder-Centered certified coach and a BARE-certified coach for women.

Lauri Valenta has 12+ years of executive coaching experience spanning Public Sector and Non-Profit organizations. She has coached individuals and teams on leadership development, organizational performance management/improvement, and process improvement initiatives. Lauri has coached leaders on creating and implementing performance metrics, and strategic plans, strengthening team performance, and transforming workplace culture. Holding a master’s degree in Organization Development with an emphasis on Executive Coaching from the University of Texas-Dallas, Lauri is also well-trained in supporting and enabling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and helping leaders on their own DEI competency-building journey.

Throughout his 40+ year consulting career, Dr. Peter Scontrino has become a widely recognized expert in the application of the principles of I-O psychology. Peter has assisted clients in projects ranging in scope from employee selection and performance appraisal systems to productivity incentive plans. He also has experience in how to effectively involve and develop employees through organization-wide change efforts. Peter has worked with organizations ranging from five-person operations to Fortune 100 companies and has worked globally with clients throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.

Peter graduated from Seattle University and went on to earn his Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational (I-O) Psychology from Michigan State University. He is a past director of the Washington State Psychological Association and of the Pacific Northwest Organizational Development Network. Born and raised in the State of Washington, he served on the faculties of the University of Washington and Seattle University prior to forming Scontrino-Powell in 1975. Peter has published a number of articles and has co-authored a text on performance appraisal. He also served as an examiner for the Washington State Quality Award.

Dr. Jevon Powell is a trusted advisor to senior management in a wide variety of industries, government agencies, and non-profit organizations. Clients include Starbucks, Mattel, Microsoft, Electronic Arts, Eddie Bauer, and many more. His specialties include executive coaching, employee engagement, change management, and team building. The center point of Jevon’s work is helping clients see things from new perspectives. He asks provocative questions that lead to new insights and new behaviors.

He began graduate studies at the University of Washington and received his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the New School for Social Research in New York City. Jevon began his consulting career in 1997 as a staff consultant with RHR International, a leading provider of management psychology services worldwide. Certified in Hogan Assessment Systems, and Center for Creative Leadership, Jevon joined Scontrino-Powell in 2001 and is now the owner of the firm. He is also a proud member of Seattle Rotary Club.

Dr. Helen Chung is Assistant Professor of Management in the School of Business, Government and Economics at Seattle Pacific University, where she teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in organizational behavior, human resource management, leadership, teams, and performance management. She is also co-owner and principal of Pathways Coaching and Consulting and works with individuals and teams in the areas of leadership development and effectiveness. She has coached numerous leaders in a variety of organizations and industries, including serving as a leadership coach with the Center for Strategic Leadership and Thinking at the University of Washington. Helen’s work as an educator and coach is driven by her passion to build learning organizations and communities where individuals’ gifts and differences are integrated into the broader culture.

Professional Coaching with Lee Riley is an excellent way to take the next step in your professional growth. Whether in preparation for a more demanding role, closing some troublesome gaps in your current skill set, or working through a specific workplace challenge, a customized approach might be your best option.

My coaching is practical, yet with a view towards your long-term development.  I don’t spend a lot of time on leadership theory or abstract situations; I seek to understand you, your context, and what you need to be successful.  Also, I’ve taught leadership workshops for years and so bring a considerable understanding of “best-practice” skills to our work together.

My Leadership Perspective: Good Leaders build their authority on trust and respect, not merely their position.  They’re confident, yet humble; they know how to connect personally while still being “the boss.”  They balance taking charge and being direct with collaboration and shared decision-making.  They own their mistakes and know that a positive workplace culture begins with them.  Leaders who embody qualities such as self-awareness and their impact on others; recognizing communication and conflict styles, stress reactions, and inner motivators that shape their reactions; reactions; understanding power dynamics within the organization; skilled at managing others, building relationships, and establishing expectations; inspiring confidence through general communication, team meetings, etc.

Jen Vachon is an International Coach Federation (ICF) Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with 20+ years of experience helping leaders and their teams grow and evolve through coaching and consulting. She provides executive leadership coaching to support individuals, teams, and organizations in industries ranging from the public sector to tech startups to finance, to manufacturing, and construction.

Specializing in helping leaders enhance their leadership skills, develop high-impact teams, and create exceptional organizational cultures, Jen excels at guiding clients through new roles and constant change. She believes that investing in, supporting, and developing people and culture is essential for long-term organizational success. Jen is also highly skilled in organizational development, holding certifications and specialized training in advanced facilitation, organizational change management, and team development. With over 15 years of experience in public sector management consulting, she has served as a VP-level leader.

Jen brings a strengths-oriented behavioral science-based coaching approach, coupled with an authentic, practical, and direct style that helps leaders increase self-awareness, manage their mindset, develop new skills, take bold action, and accomplish extraordinary results.