Michelle Albaugh, Partner

Dr. Michelle Albaugh is a transformative executive coach, thought leader, and educator who empowers high-performing individuals and organizations to achieve lasting, meaningful change. With over two decades of experience spanning academia, corporate leadership, and entrepreneurship, Michelle brings a unique blend of rigorous research, practical wisdom, and profound empathy to her work.

As the Associate Director of Coaching in the Master's and Executive Programs in Learning and Organizational Change at Northwestern University, Michelle shapes the next generation of organizational coaches while maintaining an active executive coaching practice. Her client roster includes C-suite executives, senior leaders, and high-potential talent from Fortune 500 companies, startups, and non-profit organizations across diverse industries such as healthcare, finance, technology, and manufacturing.

Michelle's coaching philosophy is grounded in her deep understanding of human development, adult learning, and organizational dynamics. She specializes in helping leaders navigate complex challenges, enhance their emotional intelligence, and cultivate resilient, high-performing teams. Her approach combines evidence-based strategies with intuitive insights, creating a powerful catalyst for personal and professional transformation.

Key areas of expertise include:

• Executive presence and authentic leadership

• Navigating organizational complexity and change

• Enhancing team performance and cohesion

• Developing emotional intelligence and interpersonal effectiveness

• Cultivating resilience and work-life integration

• Empowering female executives and underrepresented leaders

As a sought-after keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, Michelle designs and delivers engaging, customized experiences on topics such as:

• Leading with Emotional Intelligence in Uncertain Times

• Cultivating Psychological Safety and Innovation in Teams

• Navigating Conflict and Giving Impactful Feedback

• Unlocking Potential: A Strengths-Based Approach to Leadership

• Resilience and Well-being for High-Performing Leaders

Michelle's unique perspective is informed not only by her professional accomplishments but also by her personal journey as a rare cancer survivor and parent to a child with a rare genetic disorder. These experiences have deepened her empathy, resilience, and commitment to helping others thrive in the face of adversity.