Dr. Bethany Peters is a seasoned executive coach and consultant with over 20 years of experience. Her expertise lies in helping individuals and teams develop their leadership skills, enhance communication, and navigate cultural differences. With a background in higher education, curriculum design, and international programming, Dr. Peters brings a unique, research-based perspective to her leadership coaching.

Holding a PhD in Organizational Leadership, Bethany bridges theory and practice, offering a dynamic combination of academic rigor and real-world relevance to support her clients’ development. Through her tailored coaching programs and strategic guidance, she has empowered executives to build healthy teams, navigate complex organizational challenges and achieve exceptional results. Her clients consistently report increased confidence, improved decision-making, and enhanced leadership skills.

“I’m passionate about empowering leaders to recharge and engage in creative thinking. I love helping my clients gain critical insights about their greatest opportunities and develop innovative solutions to their toughest challenges. My goal is to make transformative leadership concepts actionable as we work together towards strategic growth.”

Bethany’s Education and Certifications:

• Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through ICF
• University of Minnesota, PhD in Organizational & Intercultural Leadership
• University of Minnesota, Minor in Program Evaluation
• Azusa Pacific University, Doctoral Certificate in Strengths-Based Education
• Assessments:
  • Enneagram for Business
  • EQi 2.0 & EQi-360
  • Five Dysfunctions of a Team
  • Clifton StrengthsFinder
  • Intercultural Development Inventory
  • Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
  • Organizational Culture Assessment Instrument (OCAI)
  • Six Types of Working Genius

Bethany’s Areas of Expertise:

• Coaching leaders in higher education, healthcare, government, and academic medicine
• Leadership development
• Team effectiveness
• Coaching skills for leaders
• Qualitative research, focus groups, & interviews
• Intercultural development
• Creativity and innovation

What Bethany’s clients say about their work with her:

“Because of leadership coaching with Bethany, I can better understand organizational culture, politics, and anticipate and prepare for potential challenges before I encounter them. I am also better equipped to lead my team towards our strategic goals. Her expertise in teamwork has set me up to lead a healthy team and think through how to allow everyone’s voice to be included in the decision-making process.”

“Bethany excels at facilitating an energetic process where you can evaluate where you are at, where you want to be, and decide options for moving forward. Coaching with her has provided me with greater clarity and an action plan that aligns with my values and my goals.”

How she spends her free time:

• Biking & hiking
• Reading
• Trying new foods
• Planning neighborhood events & volunteering in the local school
• Creating fun memories with her family in the St. Louis metro

Email Bethany: bpeters@connectthedotsconsulting.com