Coach — Consultant — counselor

Equipping Leaders.Transforming Teams.Inspiring Impact.

Over 20 years equipping business and nonprofit leaders to overcome growth barriers, strengthen their teams, and amplify their impact — through coaching, speaking, and training built on the power of story.

Work With Jhael The Narrative Coach

Jhael Hakimian leading a storytelling workshop for a room of leaders — Storytelling WorkshopGrassroots Leadership Academy

01The Narrative Coach

From reciting what an organization does — to telling a story that moves people.

Through her work with the Stand Together Foundation and its national network of nonprofit partners, Jhael practices one of the most in-demand disciplines in modern communications: narrative coaching. She helps leaders surface and own their narrative — then carry it into every external-facing moment, so the story moves a donor, a partner, or their own team.

FormatsOp-edsKeynotesPanelsPodcastsDonor Conversations

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Surface & Own the Narrative
High-trust coaching relationships with founders, executives, and spokespeople — helping them find, refine, and confidently deliver their organizational and personal narrative.
02
Adapt Story to Every Stage
Carrying one narrative into op-eds, keynote remarks, panels, and podcast appearances, so the story lands regardless of the format.
03
Build the System, Not Just the Session
Repeatable narrative frameworks and playbooks that turn storytelling into a capability the whole organization can scale.
04
Diagnose & Close Narrative Gaps
Pattern recognition across engagements that reveals where story is limiting growth, funding, or partnerships — and closes the gap.

Narrative coaching performed for the Stand Together Foundation community — a philanthropic network helping America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of the country’s biggest problems.

02About Jhael Hakimian

Portrait of Jhael Hakimian — Jhael HakimianEst. 20+ Yrs

Credentials

Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education (ESE)View certificate
Cornell University Certificate in Human Resources Strategic LeadershipView certificate
Mental Health Coach Certification — Light UniversityView certificate
Foundations of Mental Health CoachingView certificate
Mental Health Coaching SkillsView certificate
Mental and Behavioral Health DisordersView certificate
Ordained as a Women’s PastorView certificate
Biblical Studies — Life Pacific College
Worship Arts / Music — Azusa Pacific University

Jhael Hakimian is a highly sought-after consultant, educator, speaker, and Christian counselor who equips business and nonprofit leaders to overcome growth barriers, strengthen their teams, and amplify their impact. With over 20 years of experience in teaching, leadership development, organizational management, and faith-based counseling, Jhael helps organizations identify hidden gaps, unlock potential, and implement solutions that drive measurable results.

As a consultant for organizations such as the Stand Together Foundation, Grassroots Leadership Academy, Americans for Prosperity Foundation, Impact Family Christian Counseling, and Global Presence Marketing, Jhael designs and delivers transformative learning experiences that address core leadership pain points—such as low engagement, unclear messaging, ineffective communication, and underdeveloped teams. She facilitates leadership training, storytelling workshops, strategic donor engagement programs, and communication coaching that empower leaders to connect deeply with audiences, inspire teams, and expand opportunities.

Her Expertise Includes

01Helping leaders tell their story in compelling ways that strengthen mission clarity and donor loyalty.
02Designing in-person and virtual training programs that improve leadership effectiveness and team collaboration.
03Moderating high-impact panels and speaking at conferences to inspire and mobilize audiences.
04Coaching on public speaking, small-group facilitation, one-to-one sales, and digital media communication.
05Training trainers to scale impact and embed learning into organizational culture.
06Using data-driven KPIs and strategic HR leadership to improve organizational performance.

Her career includes both for-profit and nonprofit sectors as well as grassroots activism, giving her the versatility to adapt to diverse industries and organizational cultures. She is known for:

Quickly assessing organizational culture to identify strengths, deficiencies, and opportunities.

Designing custom, empowering programs that address leadership challenges.

Making complex material easy to understand through engaging, interactive instruction.

Building high-performance teams by mentoring, motivating, and leading by example.

Whether working with a corporate board, a grassroots movement, or a ministry leadership team, Jhael’s approach is learner-centered, witty, and results-driven. She transforms communication challenges into opportunities for growth—equipping leaders to connect authentically, inspire action, and achieve strategic goals.

When she isn’t consulting, speaking, or training, Jhael serves as a Christian Counselor and Mental Health Coach, guiding individuals, couples, and families toward emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. She also specializes in supporting families and children with exceptionalities, such as learning differences, emotional and behavioral challenges, and special needs.

Jhael Hakimian with her husband Jack and their four boys — Based in South Florida, Jhael and her husband, Jack, are raising four boys—and a spirited mini-Yorkie named Judah—while continuing their shared mission of inspiring transformation in communities around the world.

03Services

Coaching. Speaking. Training.

Nine practice areas organized around the three ways Jhael transforms leaders and teams — every engagement custom-built for the organization in the room.

Coaching

One-to-one and team coaching that builds confident, compelling communicators.

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Executive & Public Speaking Mastery

Coaching leaders to speak with confidence, clarity, and influence in boardrooms, conferences, and high-stakes presentations.

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Organizational Change & Culture Coaching

Supporting leaders in navigating change management, cultural transformation, and innovation adoption with confidence and clarity.

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Presentation & Media Readiness

Equipping leaders with presentation skills, media interview techniques, and voice optimization to project professionalism and authority.

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Speaking

Keynotes, panels, and narrative strategy that move audiences to action.

Brand & Mission Communication Strategy

Guiding organizations in aligning brand messaging with mission through storytelling and strategic communication planning.

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Storytelling for Influence & Organizational Growth

Training teams to craft and deliver stories that inspire action, strengthen donor and client relationships, and drive organizational impact.

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Strategic Speech & Content Development

Developing impactful speeches, keynotes, and internal communications that align with organizational goals and engage audiences.

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Training

Programs and curricula that embed learning into organizational culture.

Curriculum Design & Learning Program Development

Creating customized training curricula for live, virtual, or hybrid delivery, addressing leadership, compliance, and onboarding needs.

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HR-Aligned Leadership & Team Development

Partnering with HR teams to identify skill gaps, set KPIs, and implement leadership and team training that improves performance.

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Train the Trainer Programs

Preparing internal staff to deliver effective training, ensuring knowledge transfer and sustainable in-house development.

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04Why Stories?

Why Stories?

As a seasoned public speaker and communication expert, I strongly believe that the ability to tell stories is one of the most essential skills for any organization fighting to make a difference in the world. In today’s fast-paced and highly competitive environment, organizations that are able to effectively communicate their message and connect with their audience are the ones that ultimately succeed.

The power of storytelling lies in its ability to create an emotional connection with the audience. When we hear a story that resonates with us, we are more likely to remember it and take action. A good story can inspire, motivate, and drive change, making it an invaluable tool for organizations that are working to make a positive impact in the world.

But storytelling is not just about telling your own story – it’s also about sharing the stories of the people you are fighting to help. By giving a voice to those who have been marginalized or silenced, organizations can raise awareness and build support for their cause. These stories humanize the issues and help to create empathy and understanding among the audience.

However, not everyone is a natural storyteller. It takes skill and practice to craft a compelling story that captures the attention of the audience and moves them to action. That’s why it’s crucial for organizations to invest in training their speakers and communicators to become competent storytellers. With the right training and support, anyone can learn to tell a powerful and impactful story.

In conclusion, the ability to tell stories is a critical skill for any organization that wants to make a difference in the world. By investing in competent speakers who can effectively communicate their message and share the stories of those they are fighting to help, organizations can inspire, motivate, and drive change.

With His Grace,
Jhael Hakimian