Education / Training / Certifications

  • Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin

  • B.A., Seoul National University, Korea

  • Certified by: Center for Creative Leadership (CCL), ICF (International Coach Federation), AIIR (Team Coaching)

  • Additional certifications: Insights Discovery, DISC, Benchmarks 360, Korn Ferry 360, Hogan, LVI, MBTI, Firo-B, WorkPlace Big 5, StandOut, ISI (Influence Style Indicator), Vertical Mindset, Leadership Network Diagnostic

  • Specialized training in: DEI, inclusion coaching, vertical development, trauma-informed coaching

  • Author of 8 publications, including:

    • Samsung 3.0: Talent, Technology and Timing

    • Global Intelligence: Seven Pillars for New Global Leaders

    • The Yin and Yang of American Culture: A Paradox (featured on C-SPAN)

    • Image-making (Korean best-seller)

    • Cultural Detectives USA & South Korea

    • Seven UPs: A Guide to the Good Life

  • Presenter at: World Knowledge Forum, UT EMBA Annual Conference, Kellogg School of Management, Texas Conference for Women

 

Languages

  • English, Korean

Eun Kim Ph.D.

Location: United States

Eun’s clients include six of the world’s top ten technology companies, five of the leading global automotive firms, and more than 15 semiconductor companies. She brings deep cross-industry expertise to her coaching, working with leaders in financial services, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, energy, professional services, and consumer goods. In addition to her coaching work, Eun is the author of eight books—published in four languages—and creator of several e-learning tools and articles focused on leadership, culture, and communication.

One standout success story involves a Corporate VP of Finance who, through coaching with Eun, shifted his leadership style from Driver/Guardian to Pioneer/Integrator (as defined by Deloitte’s Business Chemistry). By cultivating stronger relationships and adopting a partner-oriented mindset, he gained greater influence across functions. His division achieved over 25% annual revenue growth for five consecutive years, and he was promoted again in under two years.

 

Notable Engagements

  • Coached CEOs in logistics, IT, and service industries to strengthen stakeholder relationships and overcome imposter syndrome.

  • Worked with the President of a software intelligence company to enhance communication and collaboration across divisions.

  • Supported three Senior Vice Presidents at a technology company in developing self-awareness, emotional intelligence, collaboration skills, and practicing non-violent communication.

  • Guided a CFO in the semiconductor industry to improve interpersonal savvy, listening, and adaptability in executive interactions.

  • Helped two Chief Legal Officers in energy and heavy industries enhance their stakeholder relationships and overall approachability.

  • Coached the CFO of a shipping and logistics company to elevate executive presence and leadership confidence.

  • Partnered with VPs and Managing Directors at a semiconductor firm to strengthen executive presence and influencing capabilities.

  • Worked with VPs in a software company to improve executive presence, strategic delegation, and big-picture thinking.

  • Supported Senior Directors in developing emotional intelligence, listening skills, storytelling, trust-building, and humility as core leadership traits.

Specialties

  • Communication Skills
  • Empowering Others / Delegation
  • Executive Presence
  • Influencing Others
  • Influencing/Inspiring Others
  • Interpersonal Awareness
  • Managing Conflict
  • Presentation Skills / Public Speaking
  • Vision and Strategy

Client List

Eun’s client roster includes 6 of the world’s top 10 tech companies, top 5 auto firms, and over 15 major semiconductor companies. She brings deep expertise across sectors like finance, healthcare, pharma, energy, consumer goods, and professional services. As the author of 8 books published in 4 languages, Eun also creates e-learning tools and articles focused on leadership, culture, and communication. One standout success story includes a corporate VP of finance who transformed his leadership style—shifting from a Driver/Guardian to a Pioneer/Integrator mindset—building stronger stakeholder relationships and driving over 25% annual revenue growth for five consecutive years, earning him a promotion in under two years.