Visionary Leadership
Leadership is the strongest lever any organization has. Its potential and its limits are defined by the capabilities, clarity, and courage of the people at the top.
For more than three decades I have partnered with CEOs, rising executives, and boards across global institutions and national organizations to strengthen leadership where it matters most. My work spans coaching, advising, strategic facilitation, governance, and high-stakes decision making. When leaders grow, the entire organization gains speed, alignment, and the ability to move forward with purpose.
I focus on three core areas:
CEO Coaching
For CEOs, and senior executives preparing for that role, coaching means addressing a specific issue that is blocking progress, whether it is interpersonal, strategic, operational, or cultural. Through targeted coaching I help leaders clarify the challenge, identify options, and commit to action. It may involve strengthening a leadership team, navigating a business model shift, or refining how you show up as the leader the organization needs.
CEO Advising
Advising means being on tap for the full spectrum of leadership. I act as a trusted sounding board for strategy, execution, culture, performance, and innovation. Whether you are a current CEO or a rising executive preparing for the role, I bring the experience of guiding large scale transformation and innovation across complex environments. This advisory relationship gives you a partnership grounded in insight, accountability, and practical leadership judgment. In this role I am available 24/7/365 because leadership happens around the clock, not just during business hours.
Board Partnering
For boards I provide facilitation and guidance that elevate governance and strengthen alignment. This includes leading board retreats focused on clarity of mission, values, and strategic priorities. I facilitate strategic planning that connects oversight to real organizational outcomes. I also work with boards to improve how they function, make decisions, and engage with the organization’s leadership so they operate with confidence and effectiveness.
If you are a CEO, aspiring CEO, or board seeking to increase impact, I can help you unlock the next level of leadership for your organization.
Explore My Work Schedule a ConversationLeadership
In the work of meaningful change, leadership is not about having the answers or claiming center stage.
It is about how you show up when the future is uncertain and the stakes are high. It begins when you step forward with purpose, even when the road ahead is unclear. Leadership reveals itself through behavior, especially under pressure. It lives in your ability to stay present, build trust, and act in alignment with what matters most.
You do not need to be perfect. You need to be real. People respond to sincerity, clarity, and conviction. They want to follow someone who listens, includes others, and stays grounded in values while adapting to changing conditions.
When you are taking on a significant challenge, there is no pre-written script. You are not following a path. You are helping create it. The most effective leaders know they cannot do it alone. They bring others in. They build partnerships. They foster shared ownership. They encourage thinking that goes beyond quick fixes to uncover lasting solutions.
This kind of leadership can be taught and strengthened. I work with leaders and leadership groups such as boards of directors, executive teams, and project teams to develop the core competencies required to lead meaningful change.
These include:
- Personal Power
- Intentional Self-transformation
- Radical Self-care
- Storytelling
- Story Listening
- Reframing Obstacles as Opportunity
- Collective Learning
- Ecosystem Leadership
- Market Acumen
- Detecting Larger Patterns
- Identifying Disruptions
- Systems Thinking
- Real-time Strategy
Visionary Leadership — How Association Leaders Embrace Disruption in the 21st Century
How Association Leaders Embrace Disruption in the 21st Century
Seth’s book lays out what it takes to lead associations in the 21st century. It’s designed to be a powerful resource for CEOs seeking to raise their game and to be a tool for driving boards and executive teams to new levels of performance.
“Seth offers highly practical methods to successfully lead an organization through the turbulence and ambiguity of disruption.”
Dale R. Cyr, MBA, CAE
CEO and Executive Director, Inteleos
If you would like to discuss your circumstances confidentially, reach out to me at Seth@VisionaryLeadership.com.
I don't require a contract to have a conversation.
