Background and Experience: Bridgette Christiansen is a former senior executive coach at Amazon and former leader of the Day 1 Director Program and she has worked with hundreds of senior business leaders over the last 18 years. As a former senior executive herself, she brings deep business expertise and practical experience to her clients and has honed her skills in guiding and empowering her clients towards achieving their highest potential. Her career journey is marked by a steadfast commitment to cultivating mindful curiosity and self-awareness among executives, thereby fostering environments conducive to sustainable success.
Unique Expertise: Bridgette possesses a rare blend of hands-on leadership experience and a deep understanding of the intricate dynamics that drive success in complex corporate environments. This unique perspective enables her to offer clients pragmatic insights into navigating the multifaceted challenges of modern leadership. Her approach is characterized by a keen awareness of the pressures executives face today, combined with a strategic vision for driving meaningful organizational impact.
Coaching Philosophy: At the heart of Bridgette’s coaching philosophy is a holistic blend of executive acumen, compassionate leadership and deep self-awareness. She is dedicated to enhancing emotional intelligence, fostering compassionate leadership practices, and instilling a growth mindset among her clients. Bridgette believes in creating a safe, spacious and supportive coaching environment where leaders can explore new perspectives, embrace vulnerability, and discover their full potential.
Diverse Coaching Experience: With over 18 years as an executive coach, Bridgette has worked with a diverse range of leaders across various industries and geographies. Her clientele spans from startup executives seeking rapid growth to seasoned professionals in fields such as technology, aerospace, medicine, and education. Bridgette’s global experience, including living in Europe and Latin America, has enriched her understanding of cultural nuances and global business practices, further enhancing her ability to coach leaders through complex international challenges.
She has a BA and Executive Management Diploma from the University of Southern California. She is a certified mindfulness instructor through the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at UCLA.
Areas of Focus
- High Potential Acceleration
- Servant Leadership
- Situational Leadership
- Executive Presence
- Communication Skills
- Emotional Intelligence
- Onboarding / Transition
- Women Leaders
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Mindfulness
Advanced Certifications & Assessments
- Professional Certified Coach (PCC), International Coaching Federation
- Amazon 360 Assessment, Korn Ferry
- Leadership Forecast Series, Hogan Assessment Systems
- Leadership Circle Profile (a multi-rater 360), The Leadership Circle
- Mindfulness Facilitator, International Mindfulness Teachers Association