Brianna Miller
Brianna Miller (She/Her) is the Founder and Chief Possibility Officer of On Paper LLC, a multidisciplinary ecosystem dedicated to conscious transformation, ontological leadership, and creative expression. As a coach, author, and systems philosopher, Brianna guides individuals and organizations in exploring the intersection of identity, leadership, and systemic design. Through her methodology, which integrates ontology, mindfulness, and ecology, she helps leaders translate awareness into actionable structures, fostering cultures of integrity, equity, and possibility. Under the On Paper LLC umbrella, Brianna oversees three distinct branches: Mirror Academy, a liberation-rooted school for ontological and systems-based learning; On Paper Press, an independent publishing house amplifying voices often overlooked by mainstream media; and The Infinence Spot, a creative marketplace and design studio that turns intention into tangible products. Across these platforms, she provides executive consulting in strategy, governance, DEI, and organizational development, helping clients cultivate sustainable systems and transformational impact. Brianna’s work extends beyond On Paper LLC through leadership roles in philanthropy, nonprofit management, and executive coaching, including positions at the Brittany Clardy Foundation, People Serving People, and MN One-Stop for Communities. She is finishing her Master’s Degree in Ontology, Systems, and Possibility from Metropolitan State University, which includes completing advanced certification in executive coaching with Ideal Coaching Global. Through her writing, teaching, and organizational work, Brianna centers possibility, belonging, and human potential, creating spaces where individuals and organizations can thrive authentically and impactfully.
• Ideal Coaching Global
• Metro State University
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my personal belief that everything I envision will unfold exactly how it is supposed to even if I don't know how it will, and so I just get up every day and keep making progress! And it is more than just the belief. It is holding onto the belief no matter what the surrounding circumstances are, no matter what anyone says about what I am doing, and no matter what anyone does. I believe it and so it is.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Is it gauche to say that I cannot pinpoint any specific career advice I would classify as "best?" Because honestly, as a biracial, Black woman, I have not had very good experiences in my career, just keeping it real! The best career advice I have learned is to go slow. Not slow as in slow to move or take risks or ride possibilities, but slow as in taking the time needed to assess before acting.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this field is to stay true to yourself and keep moving forward, even when the path feels uncertain. In fundraising, don’t internalize systemic challenges—use your voice to advocate for change rather than absorbing the blame. Trust your purpose, embrace your strengths, and let your authenticity guide the impact you create.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest opportunities in my field right now is reshaping philanthropy and organizational culture to prioritize authenticity, equity, and meaningful impact. At the same time, challenges arise from competing voices and approaches within the coaching and philanthropy space. I see collaboration, transparency, and staying grounded in core values as the keys to turning these challenges into transformative opportunities.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that guide me in both my work and personal life are authenticity, self-trust, and persistence—I’ve learned to choose myself every day. I live by the motto, “Every day, make progress and practice possibility,” and I prioritize love and authenticity as the foundation for transparency, truth, and meaningful connection. I also approach philanthropy as an expression of love for humankind, focusing on impact and care rather than transactional giving.