Deb Busser, MA, MCC

As a coach, consultant, and trusted thought partner for over two decades, Deb supports C-suite leaders in becoming more intentional about
what they create in their organizations and in their lives. Clients commit to their own evolution and growth as they rise to new challenges, resulting in broader and more strategic thinking, greater credibility and influence, increased effectiveness and contribution, and stronger relationships.

Background and Experience

As a leadership coach and group facilitator for over a dozen Harvard Business School Executive Education Programs, Deb has partnered with senior leaders from more than 45 countries. Her client list includes Fortune 500 companies, venture capital and private equity backed startups, professional service firms, and non-profit organizations.
Prior to launching her coaching practice in 2003, Deb held leadership roles in corporate human resources and product management at a global financial services firm where she partnered with the systems and technology group to set the strategic direction and create a multi-year product roadmap for a segment of the business. She was also a partner at a boutique executive career management firm, had profit and loss responsibility at a multinational workforce solutions corporation, and has taught Dynamics of Interpersonal Relationships as an adjunct professor.
Deb has been published or quoted in multiple publications on issues related to leadership, talent management, and workplace trends, and has facilitated programs in the United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, Cyprus, and Israel.

Businesses and Engagements

  • Technology
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Healthcare Services
  • Education

Areas of Specialization

  • Strategic Thinking/Planning
  • Influencing/Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Emotional Intelligence

Education and Training

  • M.A., Community Social Psychology, University of Massachusetts Lowell
  • B.S., Business Administration, University of Massachusetts Lowell

Qualifications

  • Certification: Master Certified Coach, International Coaching Federation
  • Certification: Advanced Certification in Team Coaching, International Coaching Federation
  • Assessments: Hogan Suite, Leadership Versatility Index 360 Certified, MBTI Basics, MBTI Type II, Enneagram Personality Test

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