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Iris Shimada

Iris Shimada

Empowering Leadership and Unlocking Potential

Location icon Pleasant Hill, CA

About

As the Founder of Savvy-Coach, I am dedicated to helping professionals and organizations unlock their highest potential. With a robust background in enterprise technology sales and coaching, I bring a unique perspective to leadership development. My passion for diversity, inclusion, and the human side of leadership has established me as a trusted advisor to executives and teams seeking to enhance their leadership capabilities and drive meaningful organizational change. Through strategic planning, executive coaching, and an authentic understanding of leadership dynamics, I empower individuals to craft their personal and professional brands with clarity and purpose.

Job Categories

Consulting
Executive Leadership
Training

Industries

Leadership and Career Coaching
Enterprise Technology Sales
Advisory Boards
Leadership Circle 360 Development

Top Skills

Leadership Development
Strategic Planning
Executive Coaching
Diversity and Inclusion Advocacy
Technology Sales and Consulting
Organizational Change Facilitation
Personal and Professional Branding
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What I Offer

I bring a holistic approach to leadership development, merging strategic insight with a deep understanding of human dynamics to empower organizations and professionals to excel in today’s complex business environment.

Leadership Coaching

Transformative guidance tailored to develop effective, authentic leaders.

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Strategies to create inclusive cultures and drive meaningful change.

Sales and Strategy Consulting

Expertise in enterprise technology sales and organizational growth strategies.

Ask Me About

Leadership Coaching
Diversity and Inclusion Strategies
Personal Branding
Enterprise Sales Growth
Executive Development
Change Management
Sales Process Optimization
Leadership Assessment Tools

Transformative Leadership Coaching

Description
For leaders seeking to develop authentic, agile leadership capabilities through personalized coaching and strategic guidance.
Outcomes
Enhanced decision-making, clarity of purpose, and sustained leadership impact.

Inclusive Leadership Development

Description
For organizations committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within their leadership teams.
Outcomes
Stronger cultures of belonging, equitable decision-making, and aligned organizational goals.

Strategic Branding and Professional Development

Description
For professionals aiming to craft compelling personal and professional brands with clarity and purpose.
Outcomes
Clear personal branding and improved career trajectory.

Sales Strategy Consulting

Description
For sales teams and organizations seeking to refine their strategies and exceed revenue goals.
Outcomes
Increased sales efficiency and sustainable growth.

Wisdom at Work

Notable Roles

Founder and Executive Coach – Savvy-Coach

Empowered leaders and organizations to unlock their potential through innovative coaching programs, diversity advocacy, and strategic development.

Enterprise Account Executive – Oracle

Achieved Oracle Club Excellence and drove high-value client relationships by leveraging strategic account planning and consultative sales techniques.

Trustee Board Member – U.C. Berkeley

Contributed to strategic decision-making and development initiatives, bringing leadership expertise to foster growth and impact.

Areas of Expertise

Leadership Coaching and Development

Founder of Savvy-Coach, dedicated to fostering effective leaders and equipping them with the tools to navigate complex business environments with confidence and agility.

Diversity and Inclusion in Leadership

Driving impactful change by helping leaders understand the human side of leadership, building inclusive cultures, and aligning organizational goals with diversity initiatives.

Enterprise Technology Sales and Strategy

Combining years of experience in enterprise technology sales with strategic insights to help organizations achieve revenue goals and drive sustainable growth.

Key Achievements

Founding Savvy-Coach

Launched a leadership coaching and consulting firm recognized for driving transformative growth and enhancing leadership capabilities in diverse industries.

Oracle Club Excellence Award

Exceeded sales targets and achieved top-tier performance, showcasing consistent success in enterprise technology sales and account management.

Diversity and Inclusion Advocacy

Guided organizations to adopt inclusive leadership strategies, fostering cultures of belonging and equitable decision-making.

Summary of Skills

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