Hillary Black MSW, CEC
Empowering Creative Industry leaders, teams and founders to unlock their full potential
Hillary excels in transformational coaching for Executives, Co-Founders, and Teams, empowering leaders across independent, holding companies, startups, and small agencies. Her unique blend of psychological insight and strategic business acumen creates tailored coaching experiences that drive real, game-changing results. With an extensive leadership background and a personal journey of overcoming significant challenges, she connects with clients on a profound level, helping them navigate complexities with confidence and elevate performance to new heights.
Coaching for Leadership & Teams
Elevating Emerging to Global C-Suite leaders to new heights through bespoke coaching, where innovation meets intuition, guiding executives to lead with purpose and passion.Guiding teams to synergize their strengths and navigate interpersonal dynamics, fostering a collaborative environment where success is truly a team effort. In addition, Hillary works to help with conflict resolution with partners within and across disciplines.
Co-founder Dynamics
I provide specialized coaching for Co-Founders in the advertising industry, focusing on strengthening their partnership, refining their strategic vision, and navigating the unique challenges of co-leadership.
Psychometric Assessments (Hogan)
Harnessing the power of Hogan assessments to delve into the intricate layers of reputation, enabling individuals and organizations to understand, shape, and leverage their reputation capital for enduring success and influence.
Transitional Coaching
3 Month Program based off The First 90 Days for Leaders: Joining, advancing, or transitioning across your portfolio of operating companies
Outplacement Services
Tailored for the dynamic realm of the creative industry, our outplacement services offer personalized support and guidance crafted specifically for creative professionals.
Career Coaching
Guiding individuals towards their desired destinations while also providing support in navigating their current circumstances and understanding the realities they face along the journey.
Succession Planning & Executive Search
Using Hogan assessments to help leaders and teams understand strengths, areas for development, and leadership styles. Includes thorough analysis of both internal talent and external market trends to identify high-potential individuals who may be suitable for advancement.
Hillary is an Executive Leadership and Career Coach with 30 years of experience in the creative space, specializing in human dynamics, interpersonal relationships, and conflict resolution for Co-Founders, Partners, Leaders, Teams, and Individuals. With a background in psychology and social work, she emphasizes cultural alignment and environmental fit between companies and their employees.
As the former Global Head of Coaching, Leaders, Teams, and Executive Recruitment at WPP and Joint CEO at Kay & Black, Hillary has gained invaluable insights into navigating diverse organizational cultures and understanding leaders' unique challenges. Her extensive experience in the creative industry allows her to blend strategic thinking with a deep understanding of the unique needs of those working in the creative world.
Hillary’s tailored approach fosters trust, enhances team cohesion, and drives impactful business results by promoting effective communication and mutual respect. Her ultimate goal is to help clients not just excel professionally but also find fulfillment and enjoyment in their roles and careers, ensuring they thrive both individually and within their organizations.
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ICF-Accredited Coach (CEC)
Leadership Circle Profile
Hogan Assessments
Korn Ferry Leadership Architect™
SHRM: Creating Your Org Strategy
City College of NY: Masters Professional Studies Professor/Coach
Masters of Social Work (MSW)
Bachelor of Psychology
Co-Active Coaching: Fundamentals
Center for Executive Coaching (CEC)
Equify: Certification in DEIC
Co-Founder: Allies in Recruiting (Division of The One Club)
As a coach, Hillary guides individuals through the complex terrain of their careers, acting as a skilled navigator through turbulent waters.
She tailors personalized strategies to enhance your strategic thinking, decision-making, and communication skills with precision and expertise.
Whether it's optimizing team dynamics, bolstering executive presence, refining leadership capabilities, mastering stakeholder management, or crafting strategic game plans, Hillary ensures that your values harmonize seamlessly with organizational objectives, paving the way for your unique path to success.
With her unwavering resilience, empathetic approach, and innate creativity, Hillary is your trusted co-pilot on this journey toward professional excellence and fulfillment.
“As a leader, the biggest difference my coworkers and stakeholders noticed is in how I communicate with others. I’m much more aware of my own and my team's needs. I can identify emotions and not let them control a situation. I have been actively practicing compassionate communication, which has significantly improved my relationships inside and outside of the office.”
- Executive Creative
“Hillary has an exceptional talent for identifying and unlocking leadership potential. Her approach to coaching helped me self-identify and activate a bold, high-performing version of myself. I've been able to embody a more effective and compassionate leadership style by efficiently focusing my energy where big change is possible.Hillary is for any executive in taking their career to the next level.”
- chief strategy officer
Speaking & Press
Topics
Leadership Skills - DEIC - Career Transitions - Ageism - Personal Branding - Negotiations - Feedback & Challenging Conversations - Know Your Story, Know Your Worth - Employee Assistance Programs & Social Work in the Workplace
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