Her Story
About Anne
Anne Tammel is a Fortune 100 advisor, global strategist, keynote speaker, bestselling author, and founder of OC C-Suite | Global CEO Collective. With more than 27 years of experience, she has advised leaders and organizations across Fortune 100 corporations, global enterprises, and emerging ventures, with her work spanning companies such as Google, YouTube, Microsoft, Citi, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, EY, PwC, Deloitte, Neiman Marcus, and IBM. Her career began at Cunningham Communication, a leading Silicon Valley firm known for positioning Steve Jobs and launching the Macintosh, where she developed foundational expertise in strategic positioning that would later inform her proprietary leadership and organizational methodologies.
As Founder and CEO of OC C-Suite | Global CEO Collective, Anne provides executive advisory, strategic growth, global positioning, peer advisory, leadership consulting, and curated connections for high-performing executives and founders. She also founded OC CEO Women and SoCal Women in Business, creating platforms that promote collaboration, innovation, inclusion, and professional growth among business leaders throughout Southern California. Her leadership in the inaugural OC Women in Business Forum resulted in a 448% increase in attendance in just 2.4 months, growing participation from 45 to more than 200. Through her coaching, speaking, and community-building work, Anne helps executives strengthen organizational culture, develop strategic clarity, scale their businesses, and build lasting leadership legacies.
In addition to her executive advisory work, Anne is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Poets and Dreamers Global Consulting and Coaching Network, a creative and professional network recognized by CBS Los Angeles as a leading resource for writers. She is the author of Poets and Dreamers: Thought Leaders and Visionaries and the Redefining Global Leadership series, through which she explores the ideas and experiences shaping modern leadership. Anne holds an MBA in Global Business Strategy and Organizational Design from the USC Marshall School of Business, where she earned Dean’s List recognition, as well as a Master of Leadership in Strategic Leadership of Organizations and Global Workforce Alignment from the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy. An International Coaching Federation Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and Advanced Certified Team Coach (ACTC), she integrates systems thinking, emotional intelligence, neuroscience, and strategic leadership to help redefine global leadership and organizational culture.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Anne
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to 27 years of developing proprietary systems and methodologies that help organizations align global workforces and achieve sustainable growth. My experience as a consultant, author, publisher, and event host has allowed me to work with Fortune 100 leaders on global expansion, workforce alignment, and post-acquisition integration. I have also created platforms such as OC Women in Business and OCCEO Women to bring women leaders into strategic conversations and decision-making, furthering my commitment to redefining global leadership.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I have received came from the exceptional mentors in my life, especially my uncle, one of the first Blue Angels in 1947, and my mother, a powerful changemaker and advocate for women’s and seniors’ rights. They taught me to lead with courage, create meaningful change, and use my skills and influence to bring people together and make a lasting impact.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to embrace opportunities to lead, build meaningful relationships, and remain committed to creating positive change. I encourage them to be confident in their expertise, seek opportunities to work with diverse leaders, and use their voice to contribute to important strategic conversations. Whether leading retreats, advising C-suite executives, or speaking to audiences, I have found that authentic leadership and a willingness to help organizations navigate change can create meaningful impact.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest opportunities in my field is creating new approaches to global leadership through collaboration, coaching, and thought leadership. My involvement with professional organizations, including the World Affairs Council of Orange County and the Global Chamber, along with founding Redefining Global Leadership, allows me to connect leaders and contribute to meaningful conversations. Through my work as an executive coach and author of Global Icons and Innovators, with another book, Thought Leaders and Visionaries, forthcoming, I continue to explore and advance innovative leadership strategies.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me are continuous learning, leadership, integrity, and making a meaningful impact. I value the opportunity to share my story and use my experience and education to help organizations align global cultures and develop strategies that turn ambitious visions into reality. My academic and professional development, including multiple master’s degrees and executive coaching certifications, reflects my commitment to growth, while my work helping organizations pursue billion-dollar goals reflects my dedication to creating lasting value.
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