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Laing Rikkers is an executive coach, author, and entrepreneur with over three decades of leadership experience across healthcare, finance, and innovation. She is the founder of a coaching practice that supports leaders navigating crisis, loss, and major life transitions. A Harvard and Columbia graduate, Laing draws on both personal experience and academic expertise to help clients lead with empathy and resilience. She is also the author of the award-winning book Morning Leaves: Reflections on Loss, Grief, and Connection and a sought-after speaker on grief, leadership, and emotional well-being. She and her family live in Southern California.
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Laing Rikkers, Executive Coach & award-winning Author of Morning Leaves: Reflections on Loss, Grief, and Connection
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Publishers Weekly: Book Reviews, Bestselling Books & Publishing Business News
Harvard University: The Source
San Diego Tribune: Following sister’s tragic death, Cardiff resident releases poetry collection
San Diego Reader: Weekends with Locals: Laing F. Rikkers - Sunday, September 10, 2023, noon to 2 p.m.
Rancho Santa Fe Review: RSF Historical Society Community Speaker Series to present author Laing Rikkers
Del Mar Times: Following sister's tragic death, local resident releases poetry collection
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Expert Guidance at Critical Times
With 30 years of corporate leadership experience, I specialize in crisis management and grief support for senior executives. I understand the weight of high-stakes roles and have faced many of the same challenges that you may be experiencing. Whether it’s managing loss, burnout, or navigating life-altering moments, I help leaders stay grounded and focused while managing both personal and professional crises.
Tailored Solutions for Personal & Professional Growth
I provide the tools and strategies that focus on both strategic performance and emotional recovery. Whether you’re looking to grow through adversity, process loss, or maintain focus, I’ll guide you every step of the way. Together, we’ll create a resilient culture within your organization that helps everyone thrive through challenging times.
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Expertise That Makes a Difference
As an award-winning author and a 30-year corporate veteran, I bring a unique perspective to my coaching. My approach blends leadership skills with empathy, offering you the support and tools needed during even the most challenging moments. Having encountered many of the same challenges you face, I’m committed to guiding you and your team through adversity and loss. Together, we will navigate through these challenges and emerge wiser, stronger, and better equipped to handle whatever comes next.
How We Can Work Together
Confidential, one-on-one support to help you process grief, manage stress, and regain focus.
Creating a culture of resilience by building emotional intelligence within your leadership team so you are prepared for times of uncertainty.
Through keynotes and hands-on workshops, I help individuals and teams reflect, reset, and grow through life’s most challenging moments.
Start your journey with "Morning Leaves" and other resources designed to support healing and reflection during difficult times.
Laing was a true asset during a time of organizational crisis. Her expertise in handling high-stress situations is unmatched, but what sets her apart is her emotional intelligence. I saw firsthand how Laing handled her own personal challenges with grace and strength while continuing to support the rest of us. Her ability to balance both empathy and strategic thinking makes her an exceptional coach and leader.
John C. Chopack
Private Equity Executive
Laing leads with rare wisdom, empathy, and strength. She’s walked through profound loss and emerged with a calm, grounded presence that inspires trust and confidence. Anyone navigating high-stakes leadership or personal hardship would be lucky to have her in their corner.
Scott Schimmel
President, YouSchool
Laing is a professional of the highest integrity and character, making her an excellent mirror for any executive or organization. She has a rare courage to reflect what one needs to hear, not necessarily what one wants to hear, or what is popular. These qualities make Laing an invaluable resource for a wide range of situations, from grief interventions to executive coaching and strategic planning sessions. I am grateful for the opportunity to have worked with her. She has made me a better leader.
Len Liptak
Co-Founder & CEO, ProSomnus Sleep Technologies
Partnering with Laing Rikkers has been invaluable during the journey of launching Tighties. Navigating the complexities of establishing a new business—from securing adequate funding and conducting thorough market research to building a reliable team and crafting effective marketing strategies—presented numerous challenges. Laing's strategic insights and unwavering support were instrumental in addressing these hurdles. Her guidance not only helped refine our business plan but also ensured we remained adaptable and resilient in a competitive market.
Krystal Gillis
Founder & CEO, Tighties
I had the pleasure of not only reading Laing Rikkers’s contemplative book, “Morning Leaves”, but also of listening to her speak at a workshop with The Learning Community for Loss, Grief and Transition. Her gentle voice and manner inspired participants to connect with nature while she encouraged folks to share their individual grief journeys. Each page of Laing’s book is thoughtfully intertwined with beautiful botanical illustrations. I highly recommend reading this book as well as inviting her for speaking engagements.
Kris Masalsky
President
The Learning Community for Loss, Grief and Transition
Laing consistently leads with honesty, transparency, and a deep respect for others. Her strong communication skills foster trust and clarity at every level, whether she's facilitating difficult conversations, coaching leaders, or aligning teams around a shared vision. With deep knowledge of Human Resources best practices, Laing brings a thoughtful, people-centered approach to everything from talent development to culture transformation. She is the kind of leader who not only understands systems and structure, but also sees and supports the individuals within them.
Heather Rider
Board Director (Inogen), former Board Director (ProSomnus & Intricon) & retired global HR executive (ASML, Intuitive Surgical)
