Erica Ishida
Co-Founder, CEO, Executive Advisor and Coach.
- Role
- Co-founder & Chief Transformation Architect at Ai23
- Location
- Cleveland, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Erica Ishida
I help leaders, teams, and organizations navigate change and embrace transformation. With a focus on intention, disciplined execution, and leading from a place of deeper wisdom, I help create sustainable systems that drive lasting, conscious change while building trust-centered teams that exceed expectations.As CEO of Yellow Cedar Group and founder of AI23, I help leaders align business goals with human values to build resilient teams. I’m passionate about helping businesses navigate change with confidence, embracing growth that enhances both people and performance.Throughout my career, I’ve worked with organizations in various industries, driving large-scale transformations that deliver real impact. I believe true leadership starts from within, and I help executives develop the mindset and skills needed to lead through change, build high-performing teams, and create sustainable success.I’m a speaker and consultant on leadership, change management, and the future of work in the age of AI. My approach combines systems thinking, mindfulness, and a deep commitment to fostering environments where people thrive.Core Strengths:Leadership Coaching | Executive Development | Human-Centered TransformationOrganizational Change | Growth Mindset | Building Resilient CulturesAI Integration | Future of Work | Innovation in Technology & Professional ServicesPublic Speaking | Consulting | Empowering Women in Leadership
Experience
Co-founder & Chief Transformation Architect
Mar 2024 — Present · Cleveland, OH, US
Building Culturally Aligned AI for Organizations to Manifest Individual and Collective Potential.
Education
University of Michigan
BA, Honors Psychology
1996 — 2000
Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University
Masters of Science, Positive Organization Development
2010 — 2012
Skills
- Certified in Appreciative Inquiry
- Merger and Acquisition Integration Strategy
- Change Management
- Strategic Planning
- Business Process Design
- Certified in Leadership Development Through Emotional Intelligence
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