Where Learning Meets Purpose

Lead Boldly.
Live Fully.

Inspiring Conscious Leadership Through Learning, Growth, and Transformation
Empowering the Next Generation of
Conscious Leaders and Coaches

Step into Your Power with Actionable Results

Coach Certification

Become a certified coach with comprehensive training rooted in positive psychology and leadership.

Workshops & Trainings

Expand your influence with real-world leadership tools designed for today's dynamic workplaces.

Retreats

Step away to reconnect with yourself and reignite your purpose and your leadership vision.

Small Group Coaching

Intimate coaching groups to accelerate growth, deepen skills, and build lasting community.

My Philosophy

Lead with Vision, Integrity & Authenticity

You have everything you need to succeed – let’s bring it to life.

Leadership, at its core, is an inner journey.

True transformation doesn’t begin with strategies or titles; it begins with self-awareness, reflection, and the courage to grow from within. When we lead consciously, we not only elevate our own lives but create ripples of change that inspire those around us.

My work integrates evidence-based practices, inner wisdom, and human-centered values bridging research and lived experience across leadership, education, and personal transformation. Through certification programs, workshops, and retreats, I guide coaches, leaders, and changemakers in cultivating clarity, emotional intelligence, and purpose.

Every experience I offer is designed to awaken the leader within, nurturing growth that is both personal and collective, grounded and visionary.

coaching and consulting with Gina Messina.
20+

Years of Experience

Clients

EXPERIENCE + CREDIBILITY

You'll be in Great Company

Trusted by clients of world-class brands and organizations of all sizes.

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Client Feedback & Reviews

Why Clients Appreciate Their Experience.

My approach blends deep mindset work, practical strategies, and tools for building a personal brand that feels aligned and authentic. I believe joy isn’t optional – it’s essential.

94%

Tangible Improvement

94% of participants report tangible improvements in leadership, scalability, and work/life joy.
98%

Transformative Outcomes

98% of participants report transformative outcomes with increased confidence and clarity.

Gina is multi-talented and her enthusiasm is contagious! Her workshops are always engaging and her knowledge and abilities are vast. From publishing to marketing to leadership, Gina’s strengths allow her to be an incredible advocate for women and a wonderful mentor and collaborator. Most importantly, her compassion and willingness to support others is genuine. Working with Gina is a true opportunity for growth.

Stephanie Cartin founder of Entreprenista and SocialFly
Stephanie Cartin Founder & CEO, Entreprenista & SocialFly

I had the privilege of working with Gina over the last year, and the impact of our coaching relationship continues to stay with me. As a highly skilled coach, she brings a rare combination of genuine presence, deep knowledge, and heartfelt empathy to every conversation. What stood out most was her ability to boost my confidence without ever pushing, she held space in a way that allowed me to reconnect with my own inner strengths and uncover the clarity I didn’t always realize I had. Her questions were thoughtful, her guidance grounded, and her support unwavering. Throughout our work together, I not only grew as a leader...I grew as a coach. She helped me see how much more I was capable of, and challenged me (with grace) to lean into my power and purpose. I’m incredibly grateful for her role in that chapter of my growth, and would recommend her to anyone seeking a coach who leads with integrity, care, and impact.

Illianna Acosta Head of Enterprise Partnerships, LinkedIn

I had the privilege of working with Gina for years as my coach and mentor. Her expertise in this field is exceptional, and she has a remarkable ability to support and guide her clients effectively. Gina’s strength, insight, and dedication make her an invaluable resource for anyone seeking growth and transformation.

Dunja Vujovic VP of People & Culture, TextNow

I've had the privilege of working with Dr. Gina Messina as both an executive coach and mentor over the past several years. Her insight, presence, and professionalism have had a meaningful impact on how I lead, communicate, and show up as an executive. Gina brings both depth and clarity to her work—challenging assumptions, helping navigate complex dynamics, and consistently pushing toward growth without losing empathy or context. Through our work together, I’ve strengthened my executive presence, sharpened my communication style, and built a more grounded and intentional leadership practice. I highly recommend Gina to anyone looking to elevate their leadership capacity. I continue to benefit from her perspective and support, and am grateful for her ongoing guidance.

JP Pierson Director of Governance, Risk & Compliance, CrowdStreet

Gina has an ability to bring out a person's lived experience and help you connect it to your strengths to uncover your natural brand and purpose. She is an exceptional coach who has a natural curiosity about people that leads to a collaborative thought partnership for personal and professional growth. Not only can she help you connect to your brand and purpose, Gina has a creative mind to help you visually communicate your brand and purpose. I am thankful to have Gina as a thought partner and an executive coach!

Anita C. LeDeaux Leadership & Sales Strategist, Grainger

Gina Messina is a legend. Gina is an empowering and kind professional coach. For the past near two years, Gina has been instrumental in helping me both realize, work toward and achieve my personal and professional goals, both short-term and long-term. For example, since working with Gina, I have achieved a heightened sales acumen at work, and have increased my yearly attainment. Gina is a human encyclopedia, full of valuable resources and personal experience. She is thoughtful in her coaching, but also gives space for spontaneity. She opens up doors for her clients in many ways.

Mary Walker Baus Brand Partnerships, Reddit

Gina is a wonder. We first met when I had the privilege of receiving her executive coaching at a pivotal moment in my career. She is warm, perceptive, extremely well read, and able to distill down to strengths and areas in need of enhancement, all with a strong sense of support, encouragement, and a welcome sense of humor. I greatly looked forward to my sessions with Gina, and she helped me advance in leadership as well as in personal growth. Gina would be an asset to any company and to any private individual in a coaching setting. I strongly recommend her!

Beth Salamon Director of Communications & Public Affairs, Rutgers University

Gina has always shown up for me in the most beautiful of ways. Not only did Gina encourage my creativity and acknowledge the life experience I brought, she provided what became the most essential piece that had been missing for me: she honored my voice in every way possible. As a teacher, a mentor, and advocate, Gina has continued to be a cheer-leader to my every endeavor.

Rev. Rachel Hollander
Rev. Rachel Hollander Author & Podcast Host

Gina provides an opportunity to delve deep into self-discovery and limitless possibilities. Her soul shines through her every word. Like a beacon in the dark, Gina is a constant light providing a steady stream of support to others, and her guidance always comes from a place of wisdom, compassion, and love.

Ingrid Kobe, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Ingrid Kobe Paralegal Nurse, Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Gina just gets it. As a champion for women, she's a tireless advocate who provides invaluable support and resources. As a leader, she has a unique way of connecting your talents to your work and illuminating your journey. If you get the chance to engage with Gina, do it!

Patrice Russell, Akron Children's Hospital
Patrice Russell Talent Manager, Akron Children's Hospital

Gina is a dynamo! I've felt her energy and enthusiasm fill us all. Her personal voice lends incredible power to our combined voices, propelling us forward together toward much needed change.

Genevieve Piturro, Founder of The Pajama Program
Genevieve Piturro Founder of The Pajama Program
Stephanie Cartin founder of Entreprenista and SocialFly
Stephanie Cartin Founder & CEO, Entreprenista & SocialFly

Gina is multi-talented and her enthusiasm is contagious! Her workshops are always engaging and her knowledge and abilities are vast. From publishing to marketing to leadership, Gina’s strengths allow her to be an incredible advocate for women and a wonderful mentor and collaborator. Most importantly, her compassion and willingness to support others is genuine. Working with Gina is a true opportunity for growth.

Anita C. LeDeaux Leadership & Sales Strategist, Grainger

Gina has an ability to bring out a person's lived experience and help you connect it to your strengths to uncover your natural brand and purpose. She is an exceptional coach who has a natural curiosity about people that leads to a collaborative thought partnership for personal and professional growth. Not only can she help you connect to your brand and purpose, Gina has a creative mind to help you visually communicate your brand and purpose. I am thankful to have Gina as a thought partner and an executive coach!

Mary Walker Baus Brand Partnerships, Reddit

Gina Messina is a legend. Gina is an empowering and kind professional coach. For the past near two years, Gina has been instrumental in helping me both realize, work toward and achieve my personal and professional goals, both short-term and long-term. For example, since working with Gina, I have achieved a heightened sales acumen at work, and have increased my yearly attainment. Gina is a human encyclopedia, full of valuable resources and personal experience. She is thoughtful in her coaching, but also gives space for spontaneity. She opens up doors for her clients in many ways.

Rev. Rachel Hollander
Rev. Rachel Hollander Author & Podcast Host

Gina has always shown up for me in the most beautiful of ways. Not only did Gina encourage my creativity and acknowledge the life experience I brought, she provided what became the most essential piece that had been missing for me: she honored my voice in every way possible. As a teacher, a mentor, and advocate, Gina has continued to be a cheer-leader to my every endeavor.

Ingrid Kobe, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Ingrid Kobe Paralegal Nurse, Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Gina provides an opportunity to delve deep into self-discovery and limitless possibilities. Her soul shines through her every word. Like a beacon in the dark, Gina is a constant light providing a steady stream of support to others, and her guidance always comes from a place of wisdom, compassion, and love.

Patrice Russell, Akron Children's Hospital
Patrice Russell Talent Manager, Akron Children's Hospital

Gina just gets it. As a champion for women, she's a tireless advocate who provides invaluable support and resources. As a leader, she has a unique way of connecting your talents to your work and illuminating your journey. If you get the chance to engage with Gina, do it!

Genevieve Piturro, Founder of The Pajama Program
Genevieve Piturro Founder of The Pajama Program

Gina is a dynamo! I've felt her energy and enthusiasm fill us all. Her personal voice lends incredible power to our combined voices, propelling us forward together toward much needed change.

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