Deborah Odonnell
Senior Executive Coach @Felix
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Executive Coach @Felix
I designed and delivered strategic 6-to-18-month coaching programs for Fortune 500 C-suite executives, Board members, and senior leaders—offering tailored strategies and a white-glove approach to accelerate career transitions, enhance leadership presence, and secure prestigious board appointments. My coaching spans two key executive pathways: navigating high-level career moves and shaping portfolio lives for leaders transitioning into multi-faceted engagements.Additionally, I have guided executives through the complex world of board placements, leveraging deep industry connections to position them for governance roles in Fortune 500 firms, private equity-backed companies, and high-growth startups.TOP ACHIEVEMENTS SPAN: Guided leaders through high-stakes challenges, from executive contract negotiations to leadership style recalibration, using data-driven insights from 360-degree feedback. Architected industry-leading Networking Module & Tracker, empowering executives to cultivate high-value relationships, leverage strategic touchpoints, and systematically expand their influence within elite business circles. Conducted rigorous mock interviews with live recruiters, diagnosing and refining executive positioning to eliminate barriers to securing top-tier roles. Executed 90-minute executive roundtables, providing expert insights on leadership resilience, strategic career moves, and personal brand elevation. Directly coached executives through complex salary negotiations, securing substantial compensation increases and high-value executive contract terms.
EDUCATION
Ball State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Journalism | Public Relations
Ball State University - Miller College of Business
Master of Science - MS, Business Management
SKILLS
ABOUT DEBORAH ODONNELL
Executive Coach & Strategic Advisor specializing in C-suite transitions, executive positioning, and board readiness, with experience advising private-equity-backed executives and leadership teams. Known for rigorous strategy, precise execution, and a highly personalized approach that enables senior leaders to secure next-level roles and expand long-term influence. Direct, strategic coaching style grounded in business acumen, market realism, and executive presence. Trusted advisor to leaders during periods of complexity, change, and heightened visibility. I bring 20 years of experience in executive coaching, including owning my own business, outplacement transition coaching at BPI and IMPACT Group, as well as my current coaching role at Felix. Innovation is at the cornerstone of what I do, and it is what I hope to inspire in the executives I work with to land a new corporate position, create a portfolio life, or to join a corporate board. Together, we work to define a new standard of excellence. My approach combines actionable strategies with personalized support, ensuring my clients navigate transitions with clarity and purpose. I am certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF), The coaches Training Institute (CTI), and The Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC).Areas of Expertise:Executive Coaching | Career Transition | C-Suite Advisor | Leadership Development | Board Search | Portfolio Life | Career Advancement | Interviewing Skills | High Impact Networking | Emotional Intelligence (EQ)I can be reached at +13•••••••04 or d••••••@rodascoaching.com
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