About Me

Kisha Arthur-Fontenelle(me) is an Executive Coach and leadership development partner with more than 15 years of experience helping leaders grow, navigate change, and build high-performing, values-driven organizations. She helps executives lead with clarity, confidence, and alignment while managing complexity and strengthening team effectiveness.

Kisha is the founder of Just Be Leadership, where she provides 1:1 executive coaching to nonprofit leaders, business owners, executives, and emerging leaders. Her coaching focuses on strengthening emotional intelligence, leadership presence, communication, and decision-making while helping clients overcome limiting beliefs and lead with purpose. She designs structured coaching engagements with clear goals, accountability, and measurable progress.

In addition to her private coaching practice, Kisha is the Founding Executive Director of Smile Ministry, a faith-based nonprofit that supports individuals experiencing hardship and homelessness through coaching, mentorship, and community. She created transformational programs that integrate coaching, reflection, and practical life planning, and she trains volunteers in coaching-informed, compassionate engagement practices.

Previously, Kisha served as Director of Operations at Equal Justice USA, where she partnered with executive leadership to strengthen organizational alignment, communication, and culture. She coached managers and staff, led organizational change initiatives, and built HR systems, including performance management and employee development practices.

Earlier in her career, Kisha managed the Women’s Initiative at NPower NY, designing leadership development and coaching programs for young women pursuing careers in technology. She facilitated workshops, built corporate partnerships, and mentored participants to grow in confidence and career readiness.

Kisha’s coaching approach is grounded in both transformational coaching practices and deep operational leadership experience. She brings expertise in:

1. Executive Coaching & Leadership Development
2. Emotional Intelligence & Mindset Growth
3. Change and Transition Leadership
4. Team Dynamics & Conflict Navigation
5. Communication & Decision-Making
6. Accountability and Performance Growth
7. Purpose & Values Alignment

At the heart of Kisha’s work is a belief that leadership is both practical and deeply human. She partners with leaders to create sustainable success—helping them lead with intention, strengthen their teams, and build organizations that thrive.

Outside of her professional work, Kisha values family, community, creativity, and connection. She loves celebrating others, learning about new cultures, and bringing warmth and authenticity into every space she serves.

Coaching with me

Results & Goals

Leaders who work with me gain clarity, confidence, and the ability to lead with intention—even in complex and demanding environments.

Through our coaching partnership, clients typically experience:

Greater Clarity & Confident Decision-Making

1. Clear priorities and focus in the midst of competing demands
2. Stronger decision-making with less overthinking and second-guessing
3. Confidence in navigating uncertainty and change

Stronger Leadership Presence

1. Increased self-awareness and emotional intelligence
2. More confidence communicating with boards, teams, and stakeholders
3. The ability to lead with authenticity and authority

Healthier, Higher-Performing Teams

1. Improved communication and team alignment
2. Better conflict navigation and feedback conversations
3. Stronger delegation and trust within teams

Sustainable Leadership & Reduced Burnout

1. Clear boundaries and healthier leadership habits
2. Improved work-life integration and energy management
3. A more sustainable and fulfilling leadership experience

Ability to Lead Through Growth & Change

1. Confidence in navigating organizational change and complexity
2. Greater resilience and adaptability
3. Clear strategies to move initiatives and teams forward

Alignment with Purpose & Values

1. Leadership that feels authentic and meaningful
2. Stronger connection to purpose and impact
3. Greater fulfillment in work and leadership

How I like to coach

My coaching style is warm, honest, and deeply intentional. I create a space where leaders can think clearly, speak openly, and be both challenged and supported.

I believe the best leadership growth happens when reflection and action work together. Our sessions are not just conversations—they are structured, goal-oriented partnerships designed to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

When we work together, you can expect me to:

Create a safe and confidential space

You don’t have to have the answers when you show up. Coaching is a place to think out loud, explore ideas, and talk through the challenges you can’t always process inside your organization.

Ask powerful, thought-provoking questions

I won’t tell you what to do. Instead, I help you uncover your own best thinking, challenge assumptions, and see situations from new perspectives.

Balance support with accountability

I am compassionate but also direct. I will celebrate your growth and also hold you accountable to the goals and commitments you set for yourself.

Focus on practical action

Every session ends with clarity on what comes next. Coaching should lead to real-world progress, not just good conversations.

Help you connect the personal and the professional

Leadership is deeply human. We often explore mindset, beliefs, communication patterns, emotional intelligence, and how your values show up in your leadership.

My goal is simple: to help you become a more confident, aligned, and effective leader—without burning out or losing yourself in the process.

Offerings

Coaching

Executive Strategy Session (60 Minutes)

A focused, high-impact 60-minute coaching session designed to help you move forward on a specific leadership goal, challenge, or decision.

This session is ideal when you need a dedicated thinking space, an objective perspective, and a practical strategy.

During our time together, we will:

1. Clarify the situation, goal, or challenge you want to address
2. Identify blind spots, constraints, and opportunities
3. Develop practical strategies and next steps
4. Create clear actions you can implement immediately

You’ll leave with renewed clarity, concrete direction, and momentum.

Perfect for: decision-making, navigating change, leadership challenges, performance growth, or strategic planning.

Executive Deep-Dive Strategy Intensive (90 Minutes)

This extended session provides the time and space to deeply explore a complex challenge, major transition, or ambitious goal.

Ideal for leaders who want meaningful progress in a single, powerful session.

In this intensive, we will:

1. Explore your situation in depth and define the real priorities
2. Uncover patterns, roadblocks, and hidden opportunities
3. Develop a comprehensive strategy and decision framework
4. Map out a clear, actionable path forward

You’ll leave with significant clarity, a strong plan, and tangible next steps

Perfect for: major decisions, role transitions, career strategy, leadership growth, or big-picture planning.

Leadership Clarity Accelerator Package

Foundational Executive Coaching

Best for: Directors, founders, and emerging leaders who want focus, confidence, and sustainable momentum.

This program helps you step out of constant overwhelm and into clear, confident leadership.

You’ll gain

1. Clear priorities and decision-making frameworks
2. Greater confidence in your leadership voice
3. Practical tools to reduce burnout and regain focus
4. A personalized leadership roadmap

What’s included

1. 2 private coaching sessions per month (60 min)
2. Email/text support between sessions
3. Leadership assessment + debrief
4. Personalized leadership roadmap

Commitment: 3 months

Executive Momentum Program Bundle

Ongoing Leadership Growth & Support

Best for: Leaders managing teams, stakeholders, and increasing complexity.

This is my most popular program and the best fit for leaders who want consistent support and faster growth.

We focus on

1. Strategic decision-making and prioritization
2. Stakeholder and board communication
3. Leadership presence and confidence
4. Navigating change and organizational complexity
5. Strengthening team performance and alignment

What’s included

1. Weekly private coaching sessions (60 min)
2. Unlimited async support (email/text)
3. Leadership and communication assessments
4. Meeting and conversation preparation
5. Quarterly leadership vision planning

Commitment: 3 months

Sustainable Leadership Intensive Bundle

High-Touch Executive Partnership

Best for: Senior leaders navigating major growth, change, or high-stakes decisions.

This is a premium, high-access coaching partnership for leaders who want a trusted thought partner on speed dial.

Ideal for

1. Major leadership transitions
2. Organizational change or growth
3. High-stakes decisions and visibility
4. Burnout prevention and sustainable leadership

What’s included

1. Weekly private coaching sessions
2. Priority messaging access (same/next-day response)
3. Crisis and decision support between sessions
4. Monthly 90-minute deep dive session
5. Sustainable leadership and burnout prevention plan
6. Personalized leadership operating system

Commitment: 3 months

Integrated Executive Coach

Fractional Coaching Partnership

Best for: Organizations that want an ongoing strategic leadership partner.

This is a retainer-based engagement for organizations needing deeper and more consistent coaching support.

Ideal for

1. Rapid growth or transformation
2. Leadership team development
3. Change management and communication
4. Executive decision support
5. Workshop facilitation and strategy sessions

What’s included

1. Up to 12 hours/month of coaching and facilitation
2. Executive and leadership team coaching
3. On-call leadership support
4. Workshop facilitation
5. Strategy and planning sessions
6. Stakeholder communication coaching

Commitment: monthly retainer

Experience, Certifications & Training

Certifications and Degrees

• Master of Science, Organizational Leadership
• Bachelor of Arts, Psychology

Training and development

• Six Sigma Green Belt
• Executive Management Certification
• Lean Process Certification
• Project Management
• HR Training

Fee description

Fees are determined by the coaching package you select. All payments are made online prior to the start of coaching.