Leadership Coaching That Drives Real Change
Technical expertise meets organizational psychology with our experienced coaching team
Digital transformation isn't just about technology—it's about people. Our unique coaching partnership combines 20+ years of technical leadership with organizational psychology expertise. Whether you're a CTO scaling an engineering org, a founder navigating growth, or an executive leading digital change, we provide the coaching that transforms leaders and cultures.
Why Our Coaching Is Different
Technical depth + human systems understanding
Lena Reinhard
Organizational Psychology & Inclusive Leadership
Organizational transformation expert specializing in leadership development, inclusive cultures, and sustainable organizational change. Partner with Teal for comprehensive digital transformation that addresses both technical and human systems.
- • Organizational psychology and change management expertise
- • Inclusive leadership and cultural transformation specialist
- • Team effectiveness and systemic organizational design
- • Executive coaching for sustainable change
Teal Bauer
Strategic Engineering Leadership Coach
Strategic transformation advisor and executive coach specializing in the intersection of engineering strategy and business leadership. Former McKinsey Experience Design Director, with multiple interim CTO/CPO roles across industries from digital health to e-commerce.
- • 20+ years bridging engineering excellence and business strategy
- • Background in computational linguistics and system architecture
- • Expertise in technical architecture decisions and scaling challenges
- • Specialist in developing strategic engineering leaders
Together, we address both the technical and human challenges of leadership. This isn't generic executive coaching—it's specialized support for leaders navigating the intersection of technology, business, and people.
Our Coaching Programs
Tailored support for your leadership journey
Executive 1:1 Coaching
Personalized coaching for C-suite executives and senior leaders. We work with CTOs, CPOs, Engineering VPs, and digital transformation leaders to:
- Navigate complex organizational transformations
- Build and scale high-performing technical teams
- Develop authentic leadership styles
- Balance technical excellence with business impact
- Drive cultural change while maintaining velocity
Engineering Leadership Development
Specialized programs for technical leaders transitioning from IC to management or scaling their leadership impact:
- From engineer to engineering manager
- Building engineering culture and practices
- Implementing effective engineering processes
- Measuring and improving team productivity
- Technical strategy and roadmap development
Team Coaching & Facilitation
Transform team dynamics and accelerate performance through structured interventions:
- Leadership team alignment sessions
- Strategic planning facilitation
- Team effectiveness workshops
- Cross-functional collaboration improvement
- Innovation and ideation sessions
Founder Coaching
Specialized support for technical founders and startup leaders:
- Scaling from founder to CEO
- Building company culture from scratch
- Technical debt vs. business velocity decisions
- Hiring and developing senior leadership
- Navigating growth transitions and funding rounds
Our Approach
Evidence-based coaching that delivers results
Initial Assessment
360-degree feedback, leadership assessment, and goal setting to establish baseline and objectives.
Customized Development Plan
Tailored coaching roadmap addressing your specific challenges and growth opportunities.
Regular Sessions
Structured coaching sessions combining strategic guidance with practical tools and frameworks.
Real-World Application
Immediate application of learnings to current challenges with ongoing support.
Progress Measurement
Regular check-ins and metrics to track leadership development and business impact.
Sustainable Change
Building internal capabilities and practices that continue beyond the coaching engagement.
Who We Coach
Senior technical professionals in high-stakes environments
Engineering Leadership
- • Staff+ Engineers, Principal Engineers, Distinguished Engineers
- • CTOs, VPs Engineering, Chief Product Officers
- • Engineering Directors leading complex transformations
- • Individual Contributors transitioning to strategic roles
Executives & Founders
- • Technical Founders at high-growth companies
- • Investment Partners requiring portfolio guidance
- • Senior leaders facing complex strategic decisions
- • Executives in rapidly evolving tech environments
Our clients are senior technical professionals who need to integrate deep technical expertise with business strategy and organizational leadership. They work in high-stakes, rapidly evolving technology environments where the intersection of technical excellence and strategic thinking is critical for success.