Virginia Knudsen

About Virginia Knudsen

I am a passionate and energetic leader dedicated to empowering C-suite executives, business owners, and emerging leaders to seize opportunities and fulfill their full potential. With a dynamic and well-rounded background, I have served in a variety of leadership roles, including CEO, Entrepreneur, COO, and Executive Coach.As the author of Leading with Heart: Unlocking the Power of Emotional Intelligence, I bring a practical and powerful perspective to modern leadership—one that blends emotional intelligence, communication, and real-world business application. I am also a keynote speaker, delivering impactful talks on leadership, communication, and emotional intelligence, helping organizations build stronger cultures, more effective leaders, and high-performing teams. https://a.co/d/0cH6v7KWFor over a decade, I have led CEO peer groups and provided executive coaching, working closely with top executives and business owners to navigate the complexities of leadership. My one-to-one coaching approach helps leaders manage growth, achieve exceptional results, and strengthen both their professional and personal relationships—without sacrificing balance or time.I currently serve as the CEO and Co-Founder of BOAR, a cutting-edge leadership development company with a mission to create a lasting impact through a ripple effect in leadership. At BOAR, we facilitate high-level mastermind groups for CEOs and executives, creating a trusted space for strategic thinking, accountability, and peer-driven growth. We also offer leadership development programs designed to equip up-and-coming leaders with the skills and confidence to step into leadership roles. In addition, we provide organizational trainings including DiSC® assessments, strategic planning sessions, and customized leadership workshops tailored to each organization’s needs.We started BOAR to make a difference in the world—by changing the landscape of leadership as we know it. I believe that by focusing on today’s leaders while simultaneously preparing the next generation, we create the greatest ripple effect.If you\'re ready to elevate your leadership and create meaningful impact, I’d love to connect and explore what’s possible.

Experience

1. CEO & Co-founder

   Boar

   Mar 2018 — Present · Las Vegas, NV, US

   A Courageous Community Creating Personal and Professional GreatnessFounded by professionals passionate about bringing authenticity into the boardroom and strategic outcomes into individual lives.

Education

• Regis University

  Master's of Science Degree, Organizational Leadership

  2007 — 2009

• Regis University

  Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General

  2002 — 2006

Skills

• Financial Analysis
• Human Resources
• Underwriting
• Credit
• Strategic Planning
• Small Business Lending
• Commercial Banking
• Coaching
• Insurance
• Consumer Lending
• Portfolio Management
• Real Estate
• Start-Ups
• Loans
• Business Strategy
• Budgets
• Finance
• Financial Services
• Strategy
• Business Development
• Management
• Team Building
• Management Consulting
• Executive Management
• Business Planning
• Mortgage Lending
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Entrepreneurship
• Consulting
• Commercial Lending
• Project Planning
• Leadership Development
• Sales
• Customer Service
• Training
• New Business Development
• P&L Management
• Small Business
• Executive Coaching
• Cash Management