Anne Leets
Anne Leets is an award-winning executive coach, team facilitator, career strategist, keynote speaker, and published author, serving as CEO and co-owner of The Leets Consortium. She has been active in the global talent development and leadership coaching field since 2003, joining her husband’s business in 2014 and leading it into a recognized force in leadership development. With a strong foundation in psychology and multiple certifications—including emotional intelligence—Anne brings a unique combination of academic insight and practical expertise to her work with executives and teams.
Throughout her career, Anne has leveraged her Fortune 500 experience across sales, marketing, and product development to support leaders and organizations in achieving meaningful results. She specializes in executive coaching, team facilitation, and leadership development, focusing on enhancing performance through improved communication, collaboration, and strategic alignment. Her clients include senior executives across industries such as gaming, healthcare, and biotechnology, where her guidance has consistently led to measurable growth, increased confidence, and improved organizational effectiveness.
Anne’s dedication to the success of others has earned her national recognition, including a Stevie Award in 2022 and inclusion in Inc. Magazine’s 2023 list of top coaching and career development leaders. Beyond her professional achievements, she actively volunteers with organizations such as Susan G. Komen, Prevent Child Trafficking Nevada, the American Heart Association, and Girls Inc. Her work is guided by a philosophy of continuous growth, collaboration, and empowering leaders to navigate change with confidence and clarity.
• State University of New York - B.A.
• Stevie Award in 2022
• National Human Resources Association
• American Gaming Association
• Global Gaming Women
• Susan G Koman
• Prevent Child Trafficking Nevada
• American Heart Assoc
• Support Free Wheelchair Mission
• Girls Inc
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my passion for helping others, combined with cultivated expertise in coaching, training, and public speaking. I take pride in inspiring professional growth and development in those I work with.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to embrace opportunities for feedback, recognizing them as essential for growth and professional development.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would advise young women entering my industry to work hard, focus on continuous improvement, and discover their true passion—using it to enrich both their career and their professional impact.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenge in my field right now is the high level of competition, which requires consistent effort to both attract new clients and maintain strong, lasting relationships. At the same time, this environment presents the opportunity to differentiate oneself through exceptional service and meaningful client engagement.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that are most important to me in both my work and personal life are putting family first, acting with integrity, and actively supporting my community.