Testimonials
The mastermind I am part of, that Kelby leads and facilitates, has been one of the most powerful levers in how my company has advanced, evolved and grown in these 14 months since its birth. Kelby is kind, insightful, and has solid tools up his sleeve. Thank you for everything you have made possible for me and my social impact work, Kelby!
Shoshana Grossman-Crist
Founder & CEO, Social Impact Compass
I had the pleasure of working closely with Kelby during the Build Out Without Burnout cohort at Embarc Collective, and I must say it was a transformative experience. He has a deep understanding of the unique pressures that founders face and provided practical strategies to navigate them. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a compassionate and effective coach.
Marc Rouhana
Founder & CEO, OnScreen
Kelby is one of the most thoughtful, insightful individuals I have had the pleasure of speaking with. Every time we meet, Kelby works wonders! Idk how he does it, but he always helps me see my issues from a helpful lens and gives me effective strategies to tackle the challenges I present to him. If you've met with Kelby before, you know exactly what I'm talking about. If you haven't met with him yet, you need to! You won't regret it.
Blake Richardson
Co-Founder & CEO, EaseAlert
Kelby is passionate for coaching and mentoring leaders to a healthy mindset. He is on the cutting edge of frameworks and methodologies that give us new windows into ourselves, our behaviors and our aspirations. Kelby naturally blends expertise with an ability to foster positive conversation and collaboration, all sparking personal growth. With a unique combination of forward-thinking strategies, nurturing communicative atmosphere, and engaging insights, Kelby truly stands out as a mentor and coach in the field of leadership and personal development.
David Capece
Founder & CEO, Croow
I had the honor and privilege of participating in Kelby's Wellness & Burnout Prevention program in 2023. Additionally, I was in a small 6 peer cohort with private coaching sessions. Kelby's coaching helped change my perspective as a leader. I was able to prioritize my health and well-being - which has made me a better leader and a better employee. I would recommend working with Kelby to anyone but especially founders and leaders of small, medium, and large organizations. His coaching will help the individual which, in turn, helps their organization.
Mindy Gentry
COO, Rare Drop
Kelby led a Build Without Burn Out group for a select group of founders that I had the pleasure of partaking in. Kelby's style and demeanor warmed the space for authentic conversations which allowed us to all feel comfortable connecting deeply on the topic of founder burnout. I can't recommend Kelby enough for his genuine commitment to helping me and the group at large. I'm grateful for the time we all had to authentically share and connect through the sessions led by Kelby.
Samyr Q
Founder & CEO, Knack
Kelby is extraordinary. In a short amount of time with him I reached the A'HA moment that I have been looking for a very long time. His ability to guide a thought process to a clear realisation is incredible. He is able to pick up on patterns of what you say in order to reach a clear conclusion of where your direction should be. His skill in guiding you to what you are looking for is so impressive. I didn't know how much I needed a session with him until I had one.
Eller Everett
Co-Founder, BothOfUs
Kelby's opened my eyes. He asks the right, introspective questions, every time. And thanks to our sessions, I'm growing. Most of my direct colleagues have called it out. I'm growing in how I problem-solve, in how I communicate, and in how I collaborate. I work with Kelby because my teammates, customers, and investors deserve the best. I work with Kelby because I deserve the best.
Matt Redler
Founder, Advocate
My work with Kelby was incredible. He challenged me to see and reach for my fullest potential, not just in my career, but also in my personal life. He is about the full person which is often lacking in executive coaching. I highly recommend!
Corrie Hirokawa-Rood
VP, HBO
I have been working in a group coaching program with Kelby for the last several months and have appreciated Kelby's gentle, yet productive method of navigating us through the challenges and excitement of entrepreneurship. Kelby is so supportive, and is an incredibly talented group facilitator. I look forward to working with Kelby into the future as my entrepreneurship journey grows and evolves. So thankful for the role he plays!
Joanne Sonenshine
Founder & CEO, Connective Impact
Lo recomiendo completamente. Estuvimos trabajando por 6 meses y mi crecimiento personal/profesional fue muy bueno. El coaching te ayuda a ver tu crecimiento desde otra perspectiva y así tu mismo darte cuenta donde puede mejorar. Gracias Kelby.
Elber Rivas Avila
Field SErvice Engineer, Apeel Sciences
I sought executive coaching after stumbling through a promotion and my first role of substantial leadership and influence — and feeling out of my depth. After interviewing several coaches, I chose a 6-month engagement with Kelby, and the results have been both professionally and personally transformational. Among Kelby’s many gifts as a coach are his ability to sincerely and non-judgmentally hold space for his clients’ self-reflection, and to graciously inquire and challenge to guide you toward self-realization, even when the journey there seems impossible opaque. Thanks to Kelby, I was able to recognize the many ways I was getting in my own way and to finally acknowledge my inherent value, improving my ability to authentically show up, participate and lead in my workplace with a sense of confidence I’ve never enjoyed previously. I can’t recommend Kelby highly enough and look forward to continuing to work with him!
Hannah Koski
Director of Corporate Social Responsibility, US Foods
I recently finished my executive coaching program with Kelby. In a few words, he was wonderful. I had a list of personal hurdles I had been struggling with in my career. Kelby worked with me on each one until each ah-ha moment was found that gave me the clarity I needed. Through collecting 360 feedback from those who work with me in various functions he was able to paint a picture of what they valued about me as well as what they need from me most. This has served as an extremely helpful compass to go by and compare against my own goals. Kelby has a knack for not just giving the right answers but asking the right questions. I’ve come away from my experience through our work together with more confidence and clarity in my journey ahead. Thank you Kelby for your life changing work.
Jeremy Yates
Co-Head of Art, Naughty Dog
Over about a 6 month period, Kelby challenged me to examine key relationships - including my relationship with myself and with concepts, such as restoration - not critically, but with curiosity. Through his thoughtful, powerful questions, he's supported my continuing development and (dare I say) transformation in both my personal and career spheres. If you are ready to work with someone who will help you see through real or percieved walls to new possibilties, in an environment where you feel both supported and challenged, I highly recommend Kelby as a coach.
Jen Akuna, M.A., PCC
Consultant, Walt Disney
Dedicated, professional and wise are just a few words that describe Kelby. I had the pleasure of being coached by Kelby for several months in 2017 and his guidance and training had an immediate impact in the quality of my work. We worked together to establish measurable outcomes and I always looked forward to our sessions.
Clark Crowley-Bunyard
Senior Development Director, BuildOn
I’ve had the amazing opportunity to work with Kelby as my coach. He’s a compassionate listener and his questions have always ignited new insights. My work with him has reminded me of my own road blocks and has empowered me to change my relationship from “obstacles” to “opportunities”.
Jonathan Vallejo, MPA
Development Director, BuildOn
I had the awesome opportunity to work with Kelby as he coached me in relation to work related issues. Kelby brought great perspective and allowed me to focus on the things I needed to in moving forward in a positive way. His coaching was a key element in some important decisions I had on my agenda. I highly recommend Kelby for anyone seeking a thoughtful and guiding coach.
Joe Wallis
Director, Microsoft
Tuve la oportunidad de trabajar con Kelby, y lo recomiendo ampliamente, una persona super professional que me ayudo a desarrollar mis capacidades al máximo.
Definitivamente trabajaría con el en el futuro sin pensarlo dos veces.
Jacob Brito
Senior Director, CNN
Kelby was my coach for 5 months. We accomplished a great deal in a short period of time. We were able to get straight to the issues I wanted to work through and Kelby provided me with several tools and readings to work through the challenges. We worked through executive presence, delivering feedback and clarity as examples. Would recommend Kelby for anyone looking to explore their growth opportunities and willing to work.
Mandy Huska
VP, Yara