Hope M. Bourman, ICF-PCC, ELI-MP
Hope M. Bourman is a seasoned executive coach, sales strategist, and corporate consultant with more than 25 years of experience guiding leaders and organizations toward sustained growth and high performance. Based in Laguna Niguel, California, she has built a distinguished career working with Fortune 500 companies and privately owned enterprises, specializing in impact, influence, and business development. Her professional journey spans leadership roles in mortgage banking and real estate finance, where she developed a strong foundation in market expansion, team leadership, and strategic execution.
As the Founder and CEO of Signature Strategies, Inc., Hope leads a premier coaching and consulting firm dedicated to helping executives, entrepreneurs, and high-performing teams define their vision and achieve measurable results. A Professional Certified Coach (ICF-PCC, ELI-MP), she is recognized for her expertise in executive coaching, leadership development, and mental fitness. Her approach is rooted in the belief that every individual possesses a unique “signature” of greatness, and she works collaboratively with clients to uncover that identity through discovery, visioning, and customized strategies that drive both personal fulfillment and professional success.
Beyond her consulting work, Hope is a best-selling author and sought-after speaker known for her engaging, insightful, and motivational style. She inspires audiences to pursue excellence, embrace growth, and redefine their own standards of success and freedom. Through her thought leadership initiatives, including her “Leading Leaders” research and coaching programs, she continues to influence the next generation of leaders. Her work is grounded in a deep commitment to integrity, authenticity, and service—empowering others to lead with purpose and create lasting impact.
• Positive Intelligence - Coach
• Energy Leadership™ Index Master Practitioner (ELI-MP)
• International Coach Federation - Professional Certified Coach
• Energy Leadership Index - Master Practitioner
• CPC - Certified Professional Coach
• High Trust Coaching-Divisional President
• Certified DISC Practitioner
• Special Congressional Recognition
• Affiliate of the Year - 2003
• International Coach Federation (ICF)
• IPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching)
• Positive Intelligence Coach Network
• ICF Orange County
• Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce
• Todd Duncan Coaching
• Womens Council of Realtors - Coastal West Orange County
• Irvine Chamber of Commerce
• National Association of Women Business Owners - NAWBO
• Smart Women Network - Working Wardrobes
• Center Club - Orange County
• EWomen Network
• Orange County Association of Realtors
• Shane's Inspiration
• Greater Irvine Chamber of Commerce
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the invaluable mentorship I received early in my career, having had the opportunity to work directly with the holding company’s president and closely alongside the chairman. My deep experience in lending and finance, coupled with strong skills in negotiation and leadership, has been instrumental. Above all, I credit the consistent investment I make in building and nurturing client relationships as a cornerstone of my professional growth.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would advise young women entering this industry to build deep expertise and obtain a coaching credential, such as from the ICF. Bringing experience in areas like finance, negotiation, and leadership is invaluable, but coaching also carries significant responsibility—you need to listen carefully, provide thoughtful guidance, and uphold a strong ethical framework. Success requires adaptability, continual learning, and the willingness to step outside your comfort zone, and credentialing equips you with the tools and frameworks to truly serve clients with integrity and impact.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in the coaching field right now is market oversaturation—there are many coaches, but not all are properly credentialed or bring the right background to lead effectively. This makes additional education and credentialing essential, because coaching requires a deep understanding of how to guide and develop clients responsibly. I see a major opportunity in specialization: focusing on areas like leadership coaching, team development, and business growth allows coaches to provide meaningful, measurable impact rather than trying to be everything to everyone.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that guide me both personally and professionally are integrity, leadership through service, continuous learning, resilience, and accountability. I strive to make decisions aligned with my ethics, lead by example while supporting others, embrace growth and new skills throughout my career, persevere through challenges with adaptability, and take full responsibility for my actions and outcomes.
Locations
Signature Strategies, Inc.
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677