Elisa Glick -
she/her/hers
Elisa Glick is an executive coach, keynote speaker, and award-winning educator who partners with mission-driven leaders to cultivate resilient teams, build trust across their organizations, and translate their aspirations into concrete plans. As the Founder and President of Elisa Glick Consulting, she helps leaders develop the skills and confidence to navigate courageous conversations, build stronger, more connected teams, and lead with authenticity and impact.
With a coaching style that blends compassionate support, actionable insight, and accountability, Elisa supports leaders in deepening their self-awareness, sharpening communication, and developing practical solutions for workplace challenges. Drawing on evidence-based strategies and a deep understanding of human dynamics, she helps leaders meet the moments that matter most—whether making difficult decisions, addressing performance concerns, or rebuilding trust after conflict.
Elisa’s work emphasizes the skills and mindsets essential for courageous leadership: integrity, authentic communication, empathy, and emotional intelligence. She empowers leaders to chart their growth journeys, strengthen their impact, and foster cultures where candor and respect go hand in hand.
Elisa is Associate Professor Emerita at the University of Missouri, where she taught for 22 years. She holds a Ph.D. from Brown University.
