We transform accomplished leaders into extraordinary executives who redefine what's possible.
For leaders navigating high-stakes growth who want more than a coach – a strategic partner who works at every level, from the individual to the team to the organization.
Our Coaching Philosophy
Evidence-Based Transformation
We ground our work in the latest research from applied neuroscience, behavioral psychology, and organizational development. Leadership development should be both scientifically rigorous and deeply human.
Values-Driven
Leadership
True leadership emerges when executives align their authentic selves with their organizational purpose. We help leaders excavate their best selves and lead from that foundation consistently.
Individual + Collective Excellence
The strength of the team is each individual member, and the strength of each member is the team. Our approach develops exceptional individual leaders while building team effectiveness.
Experiential
Learning
We don't just talk about leadership — we create opportunities for leaders to experiment, practice, and integrate new capabilities in real-world contexts.
What Makes Us Different
Iksana reflects how we approach every engagement. We don't offer surface-level advice. We see the whole leader, the whole team, the whole system.
We believe that great companies are built by great people. Our approach is continually evolving, informed by the latest research in human and leadership development. With over 15 years of experience, our expertise is further enriched by advanced training at premier institutions such as Georgetown University, Brown University, and the University of Pennsylvania. We are dedicated to helping our clients become the best versions of themselves, leveraging cutting-edge insights and methodologies to drive meaningful growth and transformation.
Credentials & Experience
Former Chief People Officer
Rita Ramakrishnan
Rita brings 15 years of progressive experience in driving leadership development, behavior change, and transformation efforts across organizations of all sizes. Most recently, she served as the Chief People Officer at Cadre, a proptech startup acquired in 2024. Currently, she partners with growth-stage startups as a Fractional Chief People Officer, ensuring their People strategy aligns seamlessly with business objectives.
As a coach, Rita specializes in working with leaders and leadership teams in the Tech and Financial Services industries. She completed her Leadership Coach training at Georgetown University’s Institute of Transformational Leadership and holds a Team Coaching Certification from Brown University and ACT. Rita is also pursuing a Master's degree at the University of Pennsylvania, researching coaching modalities for neurodivergent leaders.
Rita leads Iksana's coaching and consulting practice. For larger engagements, we partner with a curated network of experienced coaches and people leaders who share our evidence-based philosophy.
Dedicated to Making a Difference
We believe in the power of community and the responsibility we all share to give back. That's why we commit 10% of our profits directly to the communities where our clients operate. When we encounter companies or individuals in need, we strive to offer our support, ensuring that limited resources never stand in the way of making a positive impact.
READY TO GET STARTED?
Enough about us... let's talk about you!
Whether you know exactly what you need or you’re just exploring and want a sounding board, we’d love to chat.