Hi there, I'm Kohei.
I partner with executives to transform leadership from a role of management into a practice of high-impact influence. My coaching is anchored in the belief that vulnerability is the ultimate strategic advantage—a catalyst for the trust, innovation, and psychological safety that modern organizations demand.
Rooted in a decade of professional experience and doctoral research in Industrial and Organizational (IO) Psychology, my approach bridges the gap between behavioral science and executive performance. I help leaders dismantle the 'mask of perfection' to embrace a leadership mindset built on authenticity, radical honesty, and evidence-based psychological frameworks. The result is a more resilient leader, a more cohesive team, and a clear path to meaningful, sustainable success.
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The highlights of my qualifications include:
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Ph.D. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology - Dissertation focus: The Impact of Leadership Vulnerability on Psychological Safety, Conflict, and Employee Engagement
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10+ years in Project Management, Strategic Consulting, Change Management, and Organizational Development
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Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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Project Management Professional (PMP) + Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP)
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ICF Certified Coach (PCC)
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The Partnership Choice
While every leadership journey is unique, the commitment to radical honesty and strategic clarity is a common thread among the executives I have worked with leaders from these leading organizations. Individual identities are protected by strict confidentiality protocols in alignment with ICF standards. The following represents the organizations where I have partnered with leaders, both directly and through global coaching and consulting agencies, to navigate high-stakes barriers and drive evidence-based strategic impact. ​
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BC Hydro
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Biovectra
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Deciem (The Abnormal Beauty Company)
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GeoComply
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Jobber
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Match Group
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Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas)
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Notion
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Saulsbury
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Sallie Mae
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Tim Hortons
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Vancouver Coastal Health
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Varicent
Executive Pain Points
True executive impact requires the courage to look beneath the surface. I help you master the psychological and strategic complexities of the following leadership demands.
Relational Intelligence & Influence
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You experience the "loneliness at the top," feeling you lack a safe space to discuss internal politics or interpersonal friction with your Board or Executive Team.
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You are managing high-conflict dynamics at the executive level that threaten to derail organizational culture and stall critical decision-making.
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You want to evolve from "command and control" to a coach-like leader but struggle to let go of the technical details and trust your team to execute.
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You feel your executive presence has plateaued, and you need to refine how you influence stakeholders who have competing agendas.
Strategic Vision & Execution
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You feel the weight of "vision drift," where the daily demands of the business are pulling you away from the high-level strategic work you were hired to do.
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You struggle to achieve enterprise-wide alignment, feeling frustrated that your strategic directives aren't being translated into results by middle management.
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You are navigating high-stakes transitions, such as a merger, a pivot, or a scale-up, and feel the pressure to make the right call with incomplete information.
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You find it difficult to communicate "the why" in a way that inspires a diverse, modern workforce to stay engaged during periods of rapid change.
Self-Mastery &
Resilience
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You are operating at a "redline" pace, realizing that your current level of stress and exhaustion is unsustainable and starting to impact your health or personal life.
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You recognize that your "shadow side", the traits that fueled your rise (e.g., perfectionism, intensity), is now the very thing limiting your future growth.
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You struggle with the mental "switch-off," finding it impossible to remain present with family or friends because the demands of the firm dominate your headspace.
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You are questioning your legacy, wondering if you are simply "managing the machine" rather than building something of lasting value and personal meaning.
Structure: The Framework for Executive Evolution
We navigate a three-stage, doctoral-level methodology designed to move you from the exhaustion of "performing" to the power of leading with high-impact authenticity.
Step 1: Radical Self-Exploration & Assessment
In order to drive enterprise-wide results, you must first master your internal landscape. In this phase, we leverage IO Psychology frameworks to audit your current leadership state, identifying the values, strengths, and "performance masks" that define your current approach. We don't just find barriers; we uncover the root psychological patterns—often tied to a lack of strategic vulnerability—that are stalling your progress.
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The Outcome: A diagnostic blueprint of your leadership "Current State" and a clear vision for your authentic "Future State."
Step 2: Vulnerability-Driven Strategy
Once we have dismantled the barriers, we architect a custom roadmap to bridge the gap. This isn't a generic plan; it is a behavioral strategy designed to resolve both internal resistance and external organizational friction. I provide you with the tools, research-backed resources, and frameworks necessary to integrate vulnerability as a tactical advantage, accelerating your growth and influence.
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The Outcome: A robust infrastructure of actionable steps and psychological tools tailored to your high-stakes environment.
Step 3: Precise Execution & Accountability
A strategy is only as powerful as its implementation. This final stage focuses on the high-integrity execution of your new leadership mindset. I serve as your strategic partner, ensuring you remain congruent with your vision and accountable to your growth. This phase is about solidifying new behaviors through continuous support. Between sessions, you receive follow-up coaching and synthesized action summaries to ensure your evolution is both measurable and permanent.
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The Outcome: Sustainable leadership mastery where your actions are fully aligned with your values, leading to peak organizational impact.
Before partnering with Kohei, the compounding stress of high-level demands had led to a sense of stuckness. I felt a disconnect from my role and a lack of clear direction that traditional solutions couldn't resolve.
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What sets Kohei apart is his sophisticated, IO Psychology-grounded approach. It wasn't mental health counseling; it was a high-level partnership that used skillful interrogation and observation to help me dismantle my internal barriers. The turning point was Kohei’s framework for ‘accountable execution.’ By leaning into the vulnerability of self-assessment, I moved from feeling overwhelmed to experiencing a cascade of actionable ideas. I realized I already possessed the capacity for high-performance leadership, I just needed the right strategic lens to unlock it. After three months, the ‘abstract pressure’ has been replaced by calm, decisive clarity and a renewed enjoyment of the process.
— B.C
Editor in Publishing
When I began my engagement with Kohei, I was seeking a level of accountability. I was carrying the heavy weight of 'unfinished vision', a constant mental load of high-stakes goals that felt stalled by the demands of my daily role.
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Kohei’s process provided exactly the structure I needed. His post-session summaries acted as a strategic record of my growth, documenting my progress and keeping my 'assignment execution' on track. This external accountability was vital; it helped me break down complex tasks into manageable sprints, ensuring sustained momentum. As a leader who is often my own harshest critic, Kohei’s ability to highlight my wins was a masterclass in vulnerability and self-compassion. He helped me move past the 'mask of perfection' to see the tangible progress I was making. It feels incredible to have finally executed on initiatives that had been stalled for months, now fully aligned with my broader purpose
— D.K
Designer in Tech Consulting
Navigating leadership transitions felt increasingly difficult as I was facing internal resistance. Kohei helped me bridge the gap between where I was and where I needed to be by creating a safe, high-trust space for radical honesty. Through his structured approach, I gained a deep perspective on my values and learned to leverage vulnerability as a tactical strength. He provided the tools to align my energy with my professional goals and helped me reframe setbacks as critical learning moments. I now operate with a much higher level of strategic clarity and feel fully equipped to overcome the complexities of my role.
— S.W
Leader in Art and Sustainability
When I began working with Kohei, I was facing strategic paralysis, stuck in a cycle of indecision regarding the next phase of my career. While I knew I had the capacity for high-level decision-making, I felt sidelined by the complexity of my options. Kohei’s approach is exceptional; he is an intuitive listener with a unique ability to deliver challenging, doctoral-level insights through a lens of radical honesty.
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He helped me navigate the vulnerability required to admit I was stuck, which allowed us to define a clear, values-based vision. This vision became the 'North Star' for a critical, high-stakes career transition. By aligning my professional moves with my core values, the frustration and confusion vanished. I am now moving forward with a level of decisive confidence and purpose that I simply couldn't access before
— R.T
Product Management in Tech
Complimentary
Discovery Call
Transforming your leadership is a high-stakes investment in yourself and your organization. If you are ready to move beyond the 'mask of perfection' or "imposter syndrome" and leverage vulnerability as a strategic driver for alignment and purpose, please submit your details via the Contact Page.
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Following a review of your goals, I will reach out to coordinate a strategic discovery call. This conversation will allow us to explore your challenges and confirm if our partnership can deliver the breakthrough results you are seeking.