Education / Training / Certifications

  • Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology

  • M.A. in Organizational Consulting

  • B.S. in Psychology

  • PCC, International Coach Federation

  • Certified in:

    • Leadership Circle

    • Hogan Personality Inventory

    • MBTI (Myers-Briggs)

    • Workplace Big 5 Personality Inventory

    • Korn Ferry 360

    • Benchmarks 360

 

Languages

  • English

Julianna Hynes PhD, PCC

Location: United States

Dr. Julianna Hynes is a global leadership development strategist, executive coach, speaker, and author with deep expertise in advancing diverse and women leaders. With a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology, her research focused on the success strategies of Black women in leadership—insights she brings into her work every day. Julianna helps leaders at all levels—from first-time managers to seasoned VPs—gain clarity, build confidence, and develop the strategic skills needed to accelerate their careers and drive organizational impact.

Her coaching blends high-level vision with practical execution, enabling clients to shift from passive to purposeful leadership. She is known for helping technically skilled professionals strengthen their interpersonal and strategic capabilities, resulting in improved team performance, increased profitability, and greater career satisfaction. Julianna has worked across industries including healthcare, tech, and nonprofits, and is the author of Leading on Purpose: The Black Woman’s Guide to Shattering the Glass Ceiling.

 

Notable Engagements

  • Coached a Director of R&D at a tech company to shift from tactical to strategic leadership, leading to team performance improvements and a promotion.

  • Guided an SVP of R&D in healthcare to enhance internal communication, resulting in stronger collaboration and higher team productivity.

  • Supported a high-potential healthcare operations leader in transitioning to an executive role by strengthening executive presence and brand, boosting confidence and relationship-building impact.

Specialties

  • Career Development
  • Confidence
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Executive Presence
  • Focus on what matters/Prioritization
  • Influencing Others
  • Relationship-Building / Networking
  • Women in Leadership

Client List

Dr. Hynes has partnered with a diverse range of clients across industries including healthcare, tech, education, and advocacy. Her client list includes Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, eBay, Target, GSK, BioMarin, Oracle, BioRad, Bayer, CSAA, PG&E, JLL, Humana, McKesson, Apollo Group, and Turner Construction. She has also supported organizations such as Stanford Medical Center, Greenpeace, Pivotal Ventures, San Francisco State University, The San Francisco Commission on the Status of Women, Community Engagement Initiatives, and The Filipina Women’s Network.