About the CEO | Dr. Kenisha Coburn

From an early age, I was drawn to the ways people learn, grow, and make sense of their experiences. I’ve always been curious about what motivates individuals to push beyond challenges, refine their thinking, and build something better—for themselves and those around them.

That curiosity led me to a career in education, where I learned that leadership isn’t just about decision-making; it’s about creating the conditions for others to thrive. As a principal, I saw firsthand the impact of strong, reflective leadership on students, teachers, and entire school communities. Later, in a central office leadership role, I had the privilege of coaching and developing principals in a large system, guiding them in strengthening their leadership practice, navigating complex challenges, and fostering environments where both students and educators could flourish.

Now, I design and facilitate professional learning and offer leadership coaching for leaders who are working to strengthen their organizations and teams. My work centers on helping leaders refine their vision, develop effective strategies, and cultivate the skills they need to lead with confidence. I’ve been fortunate to do this work with leaders in varied organizational roles and communities.

At my core, I believe leadership is about continuous learning—listening, questioning, experimenting, and refining. I am dedicated to helping leaders build the skills, mindsets, and systems to navigate complexity with purpose.

Leadership Projects

Tailored learning experiences fostering growth and sustainable change.

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A group of people are sitting around a conference table in a meeting room. A woman is actively speaking while holding a laptop. In the background, there is a banner for a 'UX Training Series' and whiteboards covered with diagrams and notes. Several objects are on the table, including papers, notebooks, electronic devices, and drinks.
School Improvement

Driving measurable success in educational environments and beyond.

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A group of children are enthusiastically participating in an outdoor activity, guided by adults. The scene includes a mix of children and adults, with the children engaged in movements and gestures as part of a group exercise or game. Adults are sitting around observing and some are interacting with the children. A car is parked nearby, and the setting appears to be a residential area or community space with chairs and miscellaneous items visible.
Adult Learning

Facilitating collaboration and professional development for educators.

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A group of people is seated in a bright room, focusing on a presentation or speaker. They appear engaged and slightly amused. The setting suggests a classroom or workshop environment. The individuals present are casually dressed and are taking notes.
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Several people appear to be attentively participating in a discussion or meeting, seated in a dimly lit environment with focus on one individual deep in thought.
Growth Strategies

Empowering leaders to implement effective change initiatives.

Collaboration Focus

Building partnerships for impactful educational transformations.

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Keen Compass transformed our leadership approach, fostering collaboration and measurable success in our educational initiatives.

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A group of young children is seated on small stools outdoors in an alleyway, attentively engaged with an adult woman standing nearby who appears to be teaching or talking to them. The scene is surrounded by various elements such as potted plants, a water cooler, parked motorcycles, and an arrangement of colorful items in the background. The children are wearing matching uniforms with white shirts and dark overalls.
A classroom setting with several people seated at long tables with laptops and papers, attending a presentation or workshop. A presenter is standing to the right of the image, engaging with the audience. The room is well-lit, with a large banner on the wall displaying the topic 'Student Question in the Contemporary Classroom'. Various items such as flowers, cups, and boxes are placed on the tables.
A classroom setting with several people seated at long tables with laptops and papers, attending a presentation or workshop. A presenter is standing to the right of the image, engaging with the audience. The room is well-lit, with a large banner on the wall displaying the topic 'Student Question in the Contemporary Classroom'. Various items such as flowers, cups, and boxes are placed on the tables.

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Growth

Empowering people, designing for growth, and improving organizations.

Leadership

Success

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