Jada Black
Jada Black
Executive Coach
Executive coach for emerging and established leaders building careers that reflect their own vision, not someone else’s ladder.
Works Best With
Emerging and established leaders seeking to grow into their next level with greater purpose, and professionals navigating career transitions, confidence rebuilds, or identity-defining moments in their careers. Jada is a particularly strong match for clients who value an empathic, listening-led coaching style and for those working through periods of uncertainty. She has coached leaders across technology, finance, healthcare, fashion, education, hospitality, and the nonprofit sector.
Coaching Approach
Jada’s coaching is built on three core commitments: leading with empathy and recognizing that individual well-being is the foundation of healthy organizations; listening deeply enough to help clients articulate what they haven’t yet put into words; and directly tackling the barriers (whether skills to develop or fears to work through) that stand between a client and their next level. Her goal is not to help clients climb someone else’s ladder, but to build one they’re proud to stand on.
Representative Clients
BP, CSUDH, Deloitte, First Republic Bank, Johnson & Johnson, Links Health, Pepperdine MBA, RiseSmart (Randstad), Tallgrass, UCLA Anderson School of Management, Warner Brothers
In Her Words
“I believe leadership is deeply personal. Often, the greatest challenges leaders face are not a lack of capability, but the pressure, uncertainty, and self-doubt that can come with growth, visibility, and increased responsibility.
“I work with leaders who want space to think clearly, strengthen confidence, navigate difficult conversations, and lead in a way that feels both effective and authentic. My coaching approach is supportive, honest, and practical—helping clients uncover the patterns that may be holding them back while building the clarity and resilience needed to move forward with greater intention.”
In Her Client's Words
“ . . . Jada was instrumental in my leadership journey . . . she helped me to understand my leadership styles and strengths, and areas where there was opportunity to improve. . . . Through our discussions and additional work, I was able to harness the power of emotional intelligence to become an even more effective leader. . . . [Jada] helped me to overcome obstacles that kept me from speaking up in meetings. . . . [She] made me more confident to move forward on my professional journey. I highly recommend Jada as a leadership and executive coach. She is uniquely qualified and talented to get to the root issues quickly. Her approach is personable and efficient, which is helpful for busy professionals.”
Jana Pastena, JD, SHRM-SCP, Director, Human Resources Business Partner, First Republic Bank
Credentials & Certifications
- PCC (Professional Certified Coach), International Coaching Federation
- Korn Ferry Leadership Architect
- Korn Ferry 360 Assessment
- Myers-Briggs MBTI
- Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), SHRM
- BS, Business Administration (Human Resources Management), California State University Long Beach
- 13+ years of executive coaching experience; 1,000+ one-on-one clients coached
Professional Background
- Executive Coach, Advanced Leadership Development Institute
- Executive Coach & HR Consultant, Your Point of Power
- Leadership Skill Coach, BetterUp
- Associate Director & Executive Coach, UCLA Anderson Executive MBA Program
- Senior Transition Coach & West Coast Executive Relationship Manager, Randstad/RiseSmart
- HR Director, ARAMARK
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