Amanda Hooten

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ABOUT AMANDA HOOTEN

I believe most organizations don’t have a strategy problem—they have an alignment and leadership problem.Too often, high-performing technical teams promote their best individual contributors into leadership roles… and then expect them to figure it out on their own. The result? Misalignment, unclear expectations, inconsistent accountability, and teams that are busy—but not truly effective.That’s where I come in.I’m the Founder & CEO of Blaze Solutions, where we partner with government and technical organizations to build mission-ready leaders and high-performing teams.My work sits at the intersection of: • Leadership development for technical and operational leaders • Program execution in complex, high-stakes environments • Building cultures rooted in accountability, clarity, and shared missionI’ve led large-scale programs, helped stand up and mature PMO functions, and worked inside the environments my clients operate in today—which means our training isn’t theoretical. It’s practical, applicable, and built for real-world execution.Through Blaze, I design and deliver: • Leadership development programs for emerging and experienced leaders • Workshops and keynotes focused on alignment, communication, and execution • Strategic advisory to strengthen program and organizational effectivenessWhether I’m working with new managers or senior leaders, the goal is the same.If you\'re growing your team, navigating complexity, or working to strengthen your leadership culture—I’d love to connect.