About Lynn Bowman

I believe that we all carry the answers within us, sometimes those answers, next steps, major decisions or seemingly small changes are not so easy to see or know. Through coaching, I help clients uncover new possibilities and see another way forward. I find the most joy and meaning in my work as a coach when I am co-creating experiences which provide clients with opportunities to shift perspective, transform thinking, collaborate with others and connect deeper with self. Through a coaching experience of reflection, practice and action, clients gain a better understanding of themselves and begin to better understand the impact they have on those around them personally and professionally.

I empower leaders to lead with compassion, optimism, curiosity, and a deep sense of inclusion and belonging. I specialize in leadership coaching, team development and leading through an equity lens. I have coached across industries from education, to nonprofits and tech. Niche: goal setting, work/life balance, leadership presence, aligning core values and purpose with professional work, creating and sustaining cultures of belonging, leading through an equity lens.

I have spent over 20 years in the educational and non-profit sector as a committed senior level administrator, consultant, leadership coach and teacher. During my tenure I had the responsibility of training and coaching senior leaders and teams and leading several strategic initiatives. I learned what it means to build an effective team, to lead an organization through challenges and transformation and to shape vision into reality. In addition to my coaching work I also consult with schools, nonprofits and boards focusing on leadership and team development, helping leaders onboard new senior level administrators, build trust, master conflict and decision making, foster accountability and become more inclusive and empathic leadership teams.

Family is important to me, and my husband and I are fortunate that our two grown children and their spouses live close. When I am not in front of my computer or working in person with clients, you will probably find me at the beach with family and friends or walking my dog in the woods. A perfectly brewed cup of coffee and a great book of poetry can also bring me great joy! Volunteerism is an important aspect of my life, and I am proud to serve on two nonprofit Boards; Rhode Island School for Progressive Education and Farm Fresh Rhode Island.

Executive Leadership Coaching Program, Georgetown University

ICF Certified Coaching Credential

EQ-i 2.0 and EQ-i 360 certified

IDI(Intercultural Development Inventory) Qualified Administrator

MA, American Literature, Sacramento State , BA American Literature, Brown University