Coaching
We Don't Just Show You the Gaps. We Close Them.
Readiness Engine™ shows you who someone is today. Our coaching shows them who they can become.
Discover how coaching can accelerate your growth
From Diagnosis to Development
Traditional coaching starts with a conversation. Ours starts with data. When we pair a leader with a coach, both of them already know exactly what to work on — not in generalities, but in the specific constructs that will determine whether this person succeeds in this role.
Assess
Readiness Engine™ generates a leadership readiness profile.
Target
Coach and leader identify specific growth areas from the data.
Develop
Structured coaching sessions focused on measurable progress.
Expert Developmental Coaches
Our coaching partners are certified in Readiness Engine™ framework. They don't just understand leadership development — they understand the specific constructs we measure, how they interact, and what targeted growth looks like for each one.
You're already spending on executive coaching. The question is whether that coaching is aimed at the right things. The Readiness Engine™ gives your coaching engagements a target — turning a general development conversation into a precision intervention.
Not Sure Which Coach to Choose?
Here are two easy ways to get started:
Schedule an Exploratory Call
Not ready to commit to a specific coach? Book a 30-minute intro call with Logan to discuss your goals and get matched with the right coach for your needs.
Schedule Exploratory CallBook Directly with a Coach
Already know which coach you'd like to work with? Browse our expert coaches below and book directly with your preferred coach.
Browse Our CoachesMeet our Expert Coaches
Benji Whitehurst
Leadership trainer, technologist, and vertical development coach with almost two decades of experience spanning corporate, nonprofit, and international settings. As Co-Founder and CTO, Benji leads the ethical design and AI development of Readiness Engine™, bridging psychometrics, AI, and coaching design. From training entrepreneurs with the Peace Corps in Guatemala to facilitating over 1,200 hours of experiential leadership workshops, his work is rooted in the belief that effective leadership begins with authentic relationship. He holds an MBA, a Master's in Transpersonal Psychology from Naropa, and a B.A. from Oberlin College.
Schedule 30-Min Intro Call with Benji
Nomali Perera
Leadership development coach and facilitator with 15+ years of experience spanning corporate, nonprofit, and academic settings. Nomali brings a unique synthesis of mindfulness, developmental psychology, and organizational strategy to help founders, executives, and teams navigate growth with clarity and authenticity. She has supported leaders at Deloitte, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Ulta Beauty, and has served as a trusted advisor to fast-growth startups, Fortune 1000 companies, and mission-driven teams. She is a Board Member of the International Enneagram Association and founder of Practical Integral.
Schedule 30-Min Intro Call with Nomali
Matthew Koren
Professional master coach and strategic growth advisor with 15+ years of leadership development coaching and cross-cultural team management consulting experience. Matthew is an expert in organizational communication, culture development, and global collaboration for high-performance teams. His career spans Finance/FinTech (Wells Fargo, SWIFT), Education/EdTech (Kaplan), and Tech (LinkedIn), as well as serving as a small business advisor for the U.S. Small Business Administration. He abides by the International Coaching Federation's Code of Ethics, and his history of long-term client relationships demonstrates his commitment to exceeding expectations with integrity.
Schedule 30-Min Intro Call with Matthew
Katy Mixter
Leadership coach who helps founders and executives grow their capabilities to navigate complexity with purpose, adaptability, and depth. Katy blends 15+ years of global experience in strategy, sustainability, and transformation—including roles at Boston Consulting Group, Coles Group, and Citigroup—with a human-centered, ontological coaching approach that supports leaders to grow from the inside out. She is a Certified Ontological Coach through the Newfield Network and a Certified Shadow Work Practitioner. She holds dual master's degrees (MBA and Master of Environmental Management) from Yale University.
Schedule 30-Min Intro Call with KatyWhat Our Clients Say
“I've worked with founders as an investor and advisor for decades. Founder risk is often invisible, yet it is one of the top reasons startups fail. A tool like the FRL (now Readiness Engine) makes that risk more measurable and actionable. It is exactly what our ecosystem needs.”
Pat Sapinsley
Climatetech Advisor & Investor
“The FRL (now Readiness Engine) is genuinely eye-opening and practical. What stood out immediately was the thoughtful methodology; this isn't just a survey--it's grounded in real research on leadership and outcomes. The process was a positive exploration of my strengths and weaknesses. It gave me a clear, specific, and research-backed view of my leadership traits, which has been incredibly useful for deciding where to focus my energy for maximum impact.”
Bryan Davis
Founder, Inventor, Builder
“So awesome to see this tool and my dashboard! The results look great, very targeted and thoughtful. What a helpful tool for business owners!”
Taylor Garbutt
CEO and TV Executive
What to Expect from Your Intro Call
What happens during the 30-minute intro call?
We'll discuss the leader or team you're carrying, the decision in front of you, and how a readiness profile would shape the coaching that follows. You'll see how the assessment grounds the work — and we'll determine whether this is the right fit.
How much does coaching cost?
Engagements are scoped to the decision and the leader. We discuss pricing and packages during your intro call, once the work is clear.
How long is a typical coaching engagement?
Most clients work with us for 3-6 months, with sessions every 2 weeks. We'll customize a plan that works for your timeline and goals. Some clients continue longer-term, while others engage for specific projects or transitions.
Do I need to take the Readiness Engine™ assessment first?
Yes. Assessment-grounded coaching is the offering — the readiness profile is what makes the coaching specific to the leader and the decision, rather than generic. Every engagement begins with the assessment.
Build the Leader Behind the Decision.
Schedule your 30-minute intro call. We'll talk through the leader you're carrying and how a readiness profile shapes the coaching that follows.
📞 Questions? Email us at faq@founderrl.com