Charlene Birk, MA, PCC 

Founder & Director
Leadership & Executive Coach
Business Mentor Coach
Facilitator & Trainer
Curriculum Developer

 


Charlene is a seasoned executive and leadership coach with over 25 years of experience across diverse industries. Her deep understanding of human behavior and organizational dynamics, combined with rigorous academic training, equips her to provide exceptional coaching to leaders at all levels.


As a leadership coach, Charlene has had the privilege of working with top-tier leaders at companies such as Apple, Google, Boeing, NASA, Capital One, American Express, Experian, Chanel, Meta, AT&T, Amazon, and many more. Her expertise lies in empowering individuals to unlock their full potential, build confidence, and achieve their leadership goals.

Charlene holds a B.S. in psychology (Arizona State University) and an M.A. in organizational leadership psychology (Chicago School of Professional Psychology). Her extensive experience includes working with a wide range of clients, from emerging leaders to C-suite executives, in Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups. 

Charlene is a certified professional coach (CPC) from the University of Miami and an International Coach Federation (ICF) Professional Certified Coach (PCC). She is currently pursuing her Master Coach Certification (MCC), a prestigious designation requiring at least 2,500 hours of coaching experience.


Beyond her coaching practice, Charlene is an experienced entrepreneur and mentor, actively supporting startups and fostering innovation. Her coaching philosophy emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, adaptability, and a growth mindset. She thrives in complex environments and is adept at resolving conflicts and building strong workplace relationships. Charlene’s balance approach is to work and travel, finding joy in nature exploration, new experiences, and to nurture relationships. 

At Habitat for Leadership (HFL), we foster a collaborative environment where individuals can connect, grow, and achieve their full potential. Our team of ICF-certified coaches combines expertise and innovation to deliver tailored leadership development programs that go beyond traditional methods. We believe in the transformative power of leadership and are passionate about empowering individuals and organizations to thrive. Discover how HFL can elevate your leadership journey.  

Mentioned on Kinfolk Magazine: https://www.kinfolk.com/the-goal-keepers/
 

Volunteer

Program Advisor: Florida International University, Women in Leadership 2022

Mentor: Florida Atlantic University, Veteran’s Entrepreneurship Program
Women United member: United Way Broward

Education

Master of Arts in Psychology, emphasis on organizational leadership: The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. 

Bachelor of Science in Psychology and minor in Sociology: Arizona State University. 

Certifications

Professional Certified Coach (PCC) — International Coach Federation (ICF)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate — University of South Florida

Certified Professional Coach (CPC) —  University of Miami

Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator —Dispute Resolution Center (DRC)

Certified Behavior and Personality Assessor — Consulting Psychology Press (CPP)