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Empowering Culturally-Diverse Leaders
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At its core lies a deep commitment to enriching the lives of 1st and 2nd generation immigrants, as well as the broader BIPOC community.
Our mission is simple yet powerful: to inspire change makers of color and amplify the voices of the underrepresented. We believe in the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), and we champion these values across all our endeavors. We are more than just a coaching service; we are a community, a support system, and a platform for advocating change and wellness.
With a suite of personalized coaching services, innovative workshops, and impactful programs, we extend beyond the conventional norms to provide an experience that facilitates holistic growth and development.
We invite you to join us in this empowering journey towards better self-care, improved mental health, and overall wellness. Together, we can promote DEI, create lasting impact, and empower individuals to live authentic, fulfilled lives
is dedicated to empowering and supporting DIVERSE COMMUNITIES.
Nicole Cruz Coaching
Will your organization be next?
PARTNER WITH NICOLE
PJ Calzadilla Ortiz
Sr. Program Manager D&IB, Yelp
"I truly believe that our ERG leaders have benefited greatly from the thoughtfulness of her approach"
"I can confidently say that Nicole goes above and beyond into the thought and effort that she puts into the specific goal you're looking to achieve alongside her.
Not only is she detailed-oriented, inquisitive, and extremely collaborative, you can clearly see the heart she brings into everything she does."
The Problem?
We Can Change That Together.
But systemic barriers, self-doubt, and a lack of culturally-relevant support often prevent culturally-diverse professionals from reaching their full potential as leaders. The result? Missed opportunities for innovation, retention challenges, and a leadership pipeline that doesn’t reflect the diversity of your workforce.
Unlocking the Full Potential of Your
culturally-diverse Talent Organizations across industries recognize the importance of diversity in leadership.
I provide culturally-informed coaching that addresses the unique challenges culturally-diverse leaders face in today’s workplace. My approach blends professional leadership development with a deep understanding of the lived experiences of underrepresented professionals.
Our Solution:
Leadership Confidence Coaching for
Culturally-Diverse Professionals
Align Leadership with Values
Navigate Barriers
Develop Leadership Skills
Build Unshakable Confidence
Through tailored coaching programs,
I help your leaders
Overcome imposter syndrome and lead with assurance.
Strengthen decision-making, communication, and team management.
Break through systemic challenges with culturally-relevant strategies.
Lead authentically while driving results for your organization.
MARKETING EXTRAORDINAIRE. T.
"Her positive energy is infectious and it makes you get up and take on the challenges head on "
“It really was an absolute privilege to have had Nicole as a coach. She enabled me to open up about my strengths and weaknesses and provided tools to beat my fears and really grow into the role of leading my marketing agency.
Nicole truly is one of a kind gentle soul; her positive energy is infectious and it makes you get up and take on the challenges head on and be assured that you will succeed in work and much more importantly in life too.”
"Nicole is incredibly gifted at helping her clients navigate their internal complexities to surface the best parts of themselves"
“Nicole's leadership coaching was pivotal for me and my career. My sessions with her helped me identify and develop my leadership identity and she gave me the tools I needed to empower myself as a leader.
Nicole is incredibly gifted at helping her clients (especially POC clients) navigate their internal complexities to surface the best parts of themselves, all in a very psychologically safe dynamic. I can't recommend her enough!”
SYED HAMZA ABIDI
Culturally-Informed Expertise
For over 5 years, I’ve partnered with organizations to develop culturally-diverse leaders who make a difference.
My clients consistently report increased confidence, better team performance, and greater alignment with their organizational goals.
A Proven Track Record of
Elevating Culturally-Diverse Leaders
Coaching that considers the systemic and cultural factors impacting culturally-diverse professionals.
Tailored Programs
Customized coaching solutions to meet the specific needs of your team and industry.
Real, Measurable Results
On average, clients see a 35% increase in confidence and leadership effectiveness within as little as 6 weeks.
WHY PARTNER WITH ME?
" I was able to reframe my limitations to actionable strengths, all while feeling seen and held by grace & empathy."
“I am so grateful for Nicole's extraordinary coaching super-power. I was going through a career season where I knew that I needed to take more agency of my career, but hadn't quite identified what my barriers are. In 6 weeks of working with [Nicole], I was able to reframe my limitations to actionable strengths, all while feeling seen and held by grace & empathy.
Thank you for your investment in me, Nicole. I see myself coming to you in every season of my evolving career identity.”
JUIE SHAH
Group Strategy Director, DDB
As a second-generation immigrant and woman of color that built a successful career in a Fortune 10 company,
I understand the unique challenges culturally-diverse professionals face in leadership. I’ve dedicated my career to helping leaders navigate those challenges, develop unshakable confidence, and lead authentically in environments that weren’t always built with them in mind.
I’ve partnered with large for-profit and non-profit organizations to build thriving, confident leaders who drive change and inspire teams. Let’s work together to unlock the full potential of your organization’s culturally-diverse talent.
Nicole Cruz
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Culturally-Informed Leadership Coach |
6 Years of Experience
School of radical healing
applied depths institute
Co-active Training Institute
Expertly Trained At:
"She transformed my life in a short 6-weeks, I'm confident she can for you as well."
“Nicole is a natural leader and a coach. She'll listen to you, empathize with you, ask you pertinent questions, and then there will be that lightbulb moment which will stay with you for the rest of your life!
She'll make you realize the wildest moments in your life that you didn't think matter but they do- the ones that make you who you are today.”
OLYVIA CHAC-NGUYEN
Social copywriter, Dentsu Creative
"I got answers to the experiences I’ve gone through to become a better leader."
“I felt so seen and understood through Nicole’s trauma informed, kids of immigrant context while I was a client of hers.
There have been these repetitive interactions in my life that I desperately wanted to understand, yet didn’t have the language to describe it. I got answers to the experiences I’ve gone through to become a better leader. Thank you, Nicole!”
NANCY BENTER
Enablement & Strategy, Starbucks
"There will be that lightbulb moment which will stay with you for the rest of your life!"
When I first started, I felt completely lost, unworthy of success, and didn't even have a clue what my dreams were.
Nicole was with me every step of the way in crafting a vision for my future, and giving me the tools to bring it all to life. I now feel like I'm actively following through on my path to success - something I just simply could not have envisioned for myself six months ago.
SURBHI GUPTA
product marketing manager, Avalara
Partner with Nicole to bring culturally-informed support to your organization
If you're interested in collaborating with Nicole, please fill out the following form. A member of her team will reach out to you to schedule a call within 72 hours.
Or email me directly at nicole@nicolecruzcoaching.com
