We partner with executives and professionals at pivotal moments—helping them navigate change, step into new roles with confidence, and design fulfilling chapters beyond the corner office.
Kevin Nourse, PhD, PCC is the founder and CEO of Nourse Leadership Strategies, where he partners with leaders and organizations to strengthen leadership effectiveness, navigate transitions, and achieve meaningful results. His work focuses primarily on healthcare, public sector, and complex organizational environments across Southern California and nationwide.
Kevin brings a rare breadth of experience to his coaching. Before launching his practice in 2001, he held roles spanning finance, human resources, training and development, software development, and consulting. This multidisciplinary background allows him to quickly understand organizational systems, leadership challenges, and the real-world pressures leaders face—translating insight into practical action.
In 2001, Kevin made the intentional decision to leave a successful consulting career to build his own practice. Influenced in part by his experience with flying trapeze—where clarity, trust, and commitment matter more than control—he chose entrepreneurship as a way to fully align his work with his values and vision for leadership development.
Kevin holds a PhD in Human and Organization Development, an MA in Human Resource Development, and a BS in Information Science. He is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) through the International Coach Federation and completed doctoral research on crisis leadership in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina.
At the core of Kevin's work is a commitment to helping leaders live and lead with intention—balancing performance, purpose, and well-being. He strives to model the same integrated approach he encourages in his clients.
Kevin lives in Palm Springs, California, and works with leaders and teams across the United States. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys hiking, photography, road trips, impressionist oil painting, and volunteer service.
PhD, PCC
Professional Credentials
Since 2001
Independent Practice
We believe effective coaching combines rigorous thinking with genuine human connection
We focus on real behavior change and tangible outcomes. Every coaching conversation translates into actions you can implement immediately in your role, team, or life.
Your context matters. We take time to understand your unique situation, organizational dynamics, and personal aspirations—then tailor our approach accordingly.
We create a safe space for honest reflection while also pushing you to stretch beyond your comfort zone. Growth requires both support and healthy challenge.
We're invested in your sustained success. Our coaching builds capabilities and mindsets that serve you well beyond our engagement together.
We work with leaders at critical inflection points in their careers and lives
Executives stepping into new roles who need to build credibility, align stakeholders, and accelerate their impact in the first 90 days and beyond.
Professionals navigating organizational change, career pivots, or seeking to elevate their leadership effectiveness during challenging times.
Accomplished leaders preparing to design a fulfilling "third act"—one grounded in purpose, contribution, and meaningful engagement beyond the workplace.
Whether you're stepping into a new leadership role or designing your retirement, let's have a conversation about how coaching can support your journey.