Rising Leaders Program —
Deep Connections, Candid Conversations, Real Growth
A peer-to-peer cohort of 4 - 6 leaders.
New cohorts launching throughout the year.
Learn more by booking a free 30-minute call with coach and facilitator Nan Watts.
“Leaders don’t need more content—they need connection. Peer coaching meets that need by offering perspective, resonance, and real-time feedback.”
— Forbes Coaches Council
Trusted By Leaders at:
“(There is) a wisdom that comes with being able to share (and) understand how others may have navigated something that you may be going through. It really just becomes this fruitful community where everybody’s invested in showing up… so that each one of us individually walk away as a better version of ourselves."
- Laura Jimenez Holmes, Director, Wealth Workplace Optimization - TIAA
“The Rising Leaders group was so impactful to my personal growth. To work with three peers and a fearless leader, I felt supported, safe to be vulnerable, and stretched beyond my perceived limitations. As a result, I made a career change that aligns with my why.”
- Johnathon Purcell, Prev Match.com and Uber Program Management Director
“The Rising Leaders program has been a fantastic experience and opportunity to hone my superpower and harness this to develop my unique leadership style. Nan thoughtfully crafted a program designed for a group of working moms with young kids who are mentally and physically strapped. She knew exactly how to create sessions that focused less on homework and more on the discussion to allow us to pull insights out of one another that we would not have identified ourselves. I feel lucky to have participated!”
- Julia Nathan, Brand Marketing Executive / Sr. Director, Growth & Integrated Marketing at The Hain Celestial Group / Ex-Away, Mondelez, Framebridge
What Is the Rising Leaders Program?
For leaders who sense there’s more available—more clarity, presence, and impact—and who are ready to do the deep work to access it.
Over eight months, you’ll move beyond reactive leadership patterns and develop the skills to lead with coherence and intention. You’ll learn to make sense of what you’re sensing, translate your awareness into action, and navigate uncertainty with courage and discernment.
The work is challenging. It asks you to examine old patterns, explore what wants to emerge, and practice new ways of showing up—in your leadership, relationships, and life.
You won’t do it alone. You’ll be part of a cohort of rising leaders grappling with similar transitions. These connections provide insight, accountability, and lasting support—a network you’ll continue to draw on long after the program ends.
What You’ll Gain
Master the “saturated pause”
To lead with clarity, not reactivity.
Communicate with impact
And lead productive, high-stakes conversations.
Make smarter decisions
By sharpening your ability to navigate ambiguity.
Expand your leadership toolkit
With practical strategies that work in real-world scenarios.
Refine how you allocate time + energy
So you focus on what truly matters.
Join a trusted peer network
Of leaders across industries, providing ongoing support and collaboration beyond the program.
Navigate Complex Leadership Challenges
With critical thinking, compassion, and empathy.
Expand and Elevate
By challenging yourself to push beyond perceived limitations.
Why Nan Watts?
For nearly 20 years, Nan has coached over 700 executives and rising leaders across Fortune 100 companies, high-growth startups, and mission-driven organizations, including Salesforce, Uber, Unilever, Nike, and more.
Her approach? Cut through the noise and guide leaders toward clarity, confidence, and impact.
As a Certified International Coaching Federation (ICF) Coach, Nan specializes in:
Leadership and Systems transformation
Creating Environments that Support Honesty, Trust and Growth
Facilitating Conversations that Get to the Heart of What Matters
Fostering Peer-based learning and connection
Program Structure
📌 8-Month Program to Ensure Continuity, Deep Connection, and Growth
📌 All sessions Conducted via Zoom
📌4-6 Hand-Selected Leaders (Aligned by Role and Responsibility) per cohort
📌 16 hours of Group Coaching Sessions (Monthly 2-Hour Sessions)
📌 3 Additional, Individual (1:1) Coaching Sessions
📌 Private WhatsApp Channel Established for Continued Collaboration Beyond the Formal Group Work
📌 Leadership Resources, Tools, and Frameworks Tailored to the Needs for Each Group
📌 1:1 Optional Coaching at a Reduced Rate
📌 Join a larger network of Leaders for Ongoing Support and Insights
Is This for You?
This program is ideal for leaders who:
✅ Are stepping into greater leadership responsibility
✅ Want to refine their executive presence & decision-making
✅ Feel isolated at the top and crave peer collaboration
✅ Are ready to lead with more confidence, clarity, and authenticity
“Peer coaching boosts leadership effectiveness by up to 33%, especially when combined with reflection and accountability.”
—Center for Creative Leadership
