Social Impact Leadership Coach, Facilitator & Trainer
Hi, I’m Josh Thomas.
I’m Josh Thomas, and I’ve spent over 20 years in the trenches of social impact leadership.
As a CEO, Board Chair, and Episcopal priest, I’ve guided organizations through crises, pivots, and growth. Now, I help mission-driven leaders navigate big decisions and daily struggles with clarity and courage.
I know what it’s like to bear the weight of leadership—balancing public expectations, internal dynamics, and personal values. That’s why I focus on coaching social-impact leaders to:
Build resilient organizations that thrive under pressure.
Lead with authenticity and unwavering commitment to their mission.
Operate strategically, even in the face of public criticism or political headwinds.
“In this moment, Social Impact Leaders are called to be bold. The world needs us operating at our best. Let’s get there together.”
MY
APPROACH
I bring a gritty, down-to-earth approach that cuts through the noise and tackles the real challenges you face. No quick fixes or magic solutions.
Personal Boldness
Leadership is overwhelming. You’re pulled in a million directions, managing urgent demands instead of building an enduring organization.
Over time, stress and overwork can lead to burnout, draining your passion and focus.
Together, we’ll rekindle your vision, harness your greatest strengths, and establish sustainable habits to help you lead with energy and confidence for the long haul.
Organizational Effectiveness
Leaders can be a catalyst or a bottleneck for their organizations. You set the tone for how well your team performs and collaborates.
We’ll pinpoint where you’re excelling and where you may be holding the team back.
Together, we’ll design practical solutions—like better delegation, operating systems, and performance tools—that create accountability and clarity for everyone.
PROFESSIONAL
BACKGROUND
Coaching Certification
As a certified executive coach, I’m trained to help leaders turn challenges into actionable strategies. My credentials include certifications in leadership assessments and coaching methodologies that provide practical, evidence-based solutions.
Advanced Training
With graduate degrees in both business and spiritual leadership, I bring a unique blend of analytical and human-centered approaches to my work. This dual perspective helps leaders align their vision with effective, values-driven strategies.
Practical Experience
Over 20 years as a nonprofit CEO, board chair, and leadership consultant have given me firsthand insight into the pressures leaders face. My approach is rooted in practical wisdom, built on years of navigating crises, growth, and transformation.
“The most effective leaders never stop learning. I bring a depth of expertise shaped by decades of study, practice, and lived experience.”
Degrees & Certifications
AB, Dartmouth College, summa cum laude
MDiv, Union Theological Seminary
MBA (cand), Quantic School of Business
Certified Executive Coach, Center for Executive Coaching
Certified Breakthrough Coaching Practitioner
Certified Life & Success Coach, Jay Shetty Certification School
Board Certified Coach, Center for Credentialing & Education
Assessments & Tools
Certified PrinciplesYou Coach, PrinciplesYou Assessment
OKR Certification, Measure what Matters
Scrum Master Certified, Six Sigma Global Institute
Member, International Coaching Federation
Partner, Ninety
Because life is more than work
I live in Austin, Texas, with my husband, our four kids, one adorable sheepadoodle, and occasionally some lizards.
We’re proud foster-adopt parents, fiercely committed to our local public schools, and strive to build a home rooted in love, welcome, and connection.
I grew up in Pennsylvania, hailing from a long line of Welsh coal miners. Music fills my soul. Coffee powers my day. Christian faith inspires me to a life of justice and service.
Transform YOUR Leadership Journey
Unlock your unique potential as you build a world-changing organization.