TRISKELION CONSULTING, LLC

Leadership Clarity When the Stakes are Real

I partner with senior leaders and leadership teams to see themselves clearly, make courageous choices, and take the steps required to lead at the next level with conviction, impact, and integrity.

I work best with CEOs, C-suite leaders, and senior executives who are already performing at a high level and find themselves at a genuine inflection point—expanded scope, succession pressure, enterprise visibility, or the realization that execution alone is no longer sufficient.

My clients are thoughtful, capable leaders who value candor over comfort. They are willing to examine their own patterns and make the personal and leadership shifts required to operate with greater authority, influence, and strategic presence.

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How I Work

My work is grounded in the belief that leadership growth is not about adding more techniques, but about clarifying stance, strengthening judgment, and aligning behavior with intention—especially under pressure.

I bring curiosity, courage, and deep presence to coaching conversations. I am direct and observant, even when the conversation is uncomfortable, and I work relationally—building trust while challenging leaders to step into greater responsibility and impact.

Experience That Informs the Work

I bring more than 30 years of experience as a strategist, executive coach, and senior operating leader. Before focusing full-time on coaching, I spent 22 years at Intel in senior leadership roles, most recently as Vice President and General Manager of the Education and Public Sector business.

My operating experience includes leading global teams and initiatives, building new businesses, managing P&Ls, developing strategic partnerships, and contributing to enterprise-level strategy discussions. I know firsthand what it takes to grow a business, navigate complexity, and deliver results in demanding environments.

Additional experience includes board service with a private company, running an ed-tech accelerator in partnership with Intel Capital, and serving as a member of the UN Broadband Commission. I also bring deep marketing expertise, including channel strategy, market research, and partner marketing.

Coaching & Supervision

Since leaving corporate leadership, I have focused exclusively on executive coaching, team development, and coach supervision. I work with senior leaders and leadership teams at Fortune 100 companies, as well as later-stage and high-growth organizations across industries.

I also supervise experienced coaches, supporting their development in presence, judgment, and the complexity of working with senior leaders. This work reflects my commitment to the craft of coaching at its highest standard and continuously sharpens my own practice.

What Clients Experience

Clients describe my coaching as both supportive and challenging. I am known for a blend of warmth and courage—creating space for honest reflection while helping leaders take decisive action.

Like a mountain guide, I lead from behind, helping leaders find their footing as they move through complexity and toward what’s next.

About John

I am on the faculty of the Hudson Institute of Coaching and a certified coach supervisor. I divide my time between Santa Barbara and the Lake Tahoe area with my wife Deborah and our Australian Shepherd.

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