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Break the rules of traditional leadership

For the leaders and learners, founders and first-timers, women, mothers, and cycle-breakers who were trained for an old world but leading in a new one.

Rebel Leaders helps people and organizations break free from outdated leadership models so you can lead in ways that finally fit who you are.

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Why were you taught to stifle yourself?

We have a radical belief.

Your whole self deserves a place in your leadership…not just the polished parts.

We support the people who question systems, break cycles, and refuse to be boxed into outdated expectations. We help you lead with your values, your lived experiences, and the courage to do it differently.

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Our Offerings

One-on-one support to help you lead authentically from your values, break through what’s holding you back, and create the impact you’re meant to make.

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Consulting + training for organizations ready to update outdated leadership models, strengthen safety and belonging, and build workplaces where people actually want to show up.

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Interactive sessions that spark curiosity and guide teams through the evolution of modern leadership, equipping them with practical tools to lead with more confidence, clarity, and connection.

Leadership Workshops & Speaking

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Client Testimonials

  • "Susie's guidance helped me redefine my identity and my values, adding the new role of mother with the same lofty career goals, and helped me articulate what I need to feel confident I can reach them."

    SAMANTHA J. ⚡︎ VICE PRESIDENT

  • "Your coaching didn't touch me, it MOVED me! Thank you for helping out of my rut, by helping me define my rut and making mindful room for it. Your work is gem-studded, and my light shines brighter because of your talented insights."

    SIOBAHN L. ⚡︎ ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

  • " I find her exercises, action item recaps, and overall recaps from our meetings to be a great reminder of the work and growth I’m experiencing through her coaching."

    NICOLE W. ⚡︎ ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

  • "Working with Susie has been transformative for me as a leader. Our sessions help me connect the dots, gain focus, set clear goals, and move forward with confidence. She sees me, values me, and helps me embrace exactly who I am so I can make the impact I’m meant to make."

    MEGAN K. ⚡︎ BUSINESS OWNER

  • "I was so emotional during our last session; it was definitely a mix of feelings, some good, some bad, but the best part was feeling comfortable expressing myself and knowing that I was talking to someone who was listening to me, someone with whom I share so much in common, specifically life values."

    BLANCA P. ⚡︎ PROGRAM DIRECTOR

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scripts to

stop

shrinking

Here’s EXACTLY what to say when you're tired of

accommodating everyone else.