Jennifer Byrne
Jennifer Byrne is an accomplished independent consultant and professional coach specializing in global leadership development, talent growth, and coaching for women leaders. In November, she transitioned from a corporate career to build her own consulting practice, guiding women to strengthen their leadership presence, grow their personal brands, and navigate complex professional landscapes with confidence. With over 18 years of experience in HR and talent development, she has partnered with executives and teams across industries and geographies to enhance executive presence, cultural intelligence, and sustainable performance. Jennifer’s approach blends evidence-based leadership strategies with holistic practices, including breathwork, meditation, and yoga-informed somatic techniques, to support leaders both professionally and personally.
As the Founder and Chief Energy Officer of Jennifer Byrne Coaching, she designs and delivers transformational programs that integrate leadership brand-building, wellbeing, and grounded presence. Her work focuses on helping women leaders release stress, embody authentic leadership, and embrace new opportunities as a pathway to growth. She leverages tools such as DiSC, Hogan, StrengthsFinder, and the Energy Leadership Index to support executives in strengthening executive presence, navigating high-stakes decisions, and leading with confidence and clarity across cultures. Jennifer emphasizes the alignment of personal values and professional capabilities as a foundation for authentic, sustainable leadership.
Jennifer’s career spans senior leadership roles in prominent organizations, including Everest Reinsurance Company and AAA Club Alliance, where she led global talent development initiatives and fostered inclusive leadership cultures. She is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC), certified yoga and mindfulness instructor, and is currently completing advanced yoga teacher training to further integrate somatic practices into her coaching work. Recognized by Brainz Magazine and HR Executive as a top leader in the talent development space, Jennifer actively contributes to the coaching community through advisory board roles, mentorship, and volunteer leadership, embodying the philosophy that meaningful transformation begins when leaders reconnect with their inner compass.
• Professional Certified Coach (PCC)
• Certified Yoga Instructor
• Member of the Association for Talent Development (ATD)
• Hogan Certified
• Certified Professional Coach (CPC)
• Energy Leadership™ Index Master Practitioner (ELI-MP)
• ICF Member Badge
• Everything DiSC Certified
• Monmouth University - BSBA
• Monmouth University - MBA
• Monmouth University - MEd
• Appointment to VP
• Brainz Global 500 List 2021
• ICF New York City Chapter
• International Coaching Federation
• Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation
• ATD NYC Chapter Member
• Yoga Alliance
• American Yoga Council
• National Council for Sports and Fitness
• Chief
• Everest
• Everest Insurance
• ICF NYC
• AAA Club Alliance
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute much of my success to my parents. Watching them grow up, I was deeply inspired by their work ethic and dedication—my father as a business owner, seeing how he interacted with people and committed himself fully, and my mother, whose determination and values were equally influential. Their example instilled in me from an early age the importance of hard work, perseverance, and integrity, shaping the foundation for the professional drive and commitment I bring to my career today.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Use your voice and remain authentic; step into opportunities even when you’re unsure; don’t let fear stop you from exploring a new path.