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Ironwood Leadership Advisory
Our Story
Our Services
Our Founder
Ironwood Leadership Advisory was built on one premise: that great leadership can be developed. We've seen what becomes possible when leaders have the right tools and a clear understanding of how their behavior shapes culture. That's what we bring to every engagement — research, practical experience, and honest partnership.
Our Founder
Our Services
Our Founder
Steve Nguyen spent 15+ years inside corporate HR watching what makes teams work — and what holds them back. That experience led him to found Ironwood Leadership Advisory. He holds a Ph.D. in I-O psychology, an ICF-trained coaching credential, and certifications in Hogan, MBTI, and DISC.
Our Services
Our Services
Our Services
We offer leadership & executive development, executive coaching & consulting, and performance management & training design. We deliver this expertise through a consultative approach that translates best practices into actionable strategies aligned with each client's business objectives and culture.
Our Approach
Our Services
Our Services
At Ironwood Leadership Advisory, we believe that collaboration is key to success. We work closely with our clients to understand their challenges and goals, and develop solutions that are tailored to their unique needs. Our approach is transparent, results-driven, and designed to help businesses thrive through their people and culture.
Steve Nguyen
Who I Am
My name is Steve Nguyen. After over a decade and a half leading HR and organizational development for corporate teams, I launched Ironwood Leadership Advisory to help leaders build cultures where people feel known, their work matters, and performance is visible. I've seen firsthand how clarity, connection, and accountability can transform teams — not just in metrics, but in morale. Ironwood Leadership is my way of helping leaders turn good intentions into lasting impact through practical, people-centered solutions.
I have a bachelor's in philosophy, a master's in counseling psychology, and a Ph.D. in industrial and organizational (I-O) psychology. I'm certified in several assessments and methodologies including Hogan Assessments, Emotional Intelligence (EIQ) Inventory, Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Instrument (TKI), Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Steps I & II, DISC, Leadership Effectiveness Analysis 360 (LEA 360), Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, and Prosci Change Management.
I received coach training through Coaching Out of the Box®, an ICF-approved program. The curriculum covered core coaching competencies, ethical practice, practical application, and prepared participants to meet ACC credential requirements.
As an expert on leadership and organizational development, I've been quoted in Fast Company, The Guardian, Monster’s Career Advice, and BBC Capital. Respected media, including Harvard Business Review, Entrepreneur.com, Forbes.com, CNBC.com, Inc.com, Nasdaq.com, The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Huffington Post, and the Business Ethics Resource Center (BERC, a joint initiative by University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business and U.S. Bank), have referenced and linked directly to my writings and thought leadership.
My Approach
I combine executive‑level strategy with practical, hands‑on tools that produce measurable change. Whether coaching a VP, redesigning performance systems, or facilitating workshops, I prioritize clarity, accountability, and real outcomes. I design learning that sticks by linking development to real work, coaching managers to sustain progress, and tracking simple metrics that show tangible improvement.
What I Value
- Listening first — uncovering context before prescribing solutions.
- Designing for impact — simple, practical interventions that move the needle.
- Making growth visible — measurable progress, not vague promises.
- Creating space for leaders — enabling leaders to focus on what matters most.
- Sustained partnership — long-term support that turns short-term wins into lasting capability.