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What others say about working with Shauna...

"I would strongly recommend Shauna and her workshops to other organizations. She takes the time to understand the needs of the team, what you hope to gain from the session, and is readily available for any questions." Lauren D., AVP, Business Affairs & RFX

“Shauna's an excellent coach, in the true sense - she challenges teams to think critically, problem solve, and experiment to achieve desired outcomes. She's one of the few people I've encountered, who has the courage to consistently give open and honest feedback to people at all levels, but always with diplomacy, respect, and team improvement at the core of her feedback.

“In particular, Shauna excels at what we called, ‘ruthless prioritization’. She's awesome at recommending, and getting agreement, on what the top priority is, and then keeping the team laser focused on that.” Jennifer M., Director, EPMO

"The simplest of questions goes unanswered so often.  How can I help you?  How can I (as a project manager) help you (my colleague)? Of course, job titles are given.  However, roles in the office are learnt, or developed, by the individuals that work there, through their own actions and the responses of others.
  
"Our discussion has shed light on this question; one that I had understood, but not articulated. Now that I understand, I can ask my superiors, those working on my projects, and project stakeholders directly, and use the answer to guide my efforts to deliver projects swiftly and effectively." Derek B., Project Manager, Engineer

“Shauna is an asset to any team. She cares and does what's best for the team. She's highly productive as an individual contributor due to her broad skills, creativity, and attention to detail and she's also a good leader due to her big picture thinking, and strong organization and communication skills. She's a great coach and advisor… Shauna makes any team better.” David F., Director, Engineering

 Shauna Leigh Richter

With a proven track record in technology-driven environments and over 20 years of corporate experience, Shauna has repeatedly bridged the gap between deep technical expertise and strategic leadership—delivering transformative results for STEM professionals and the organizations they power. She spent more than a decade guiding high-performing teams in financial services, technology, and professional services firms, including leading strategy and planning for a 250-member multinational technology department at Manulife. Prior to that, she steered a digital media group to reinvent its workflows and developed advanced technical marketing solutions for top-tier law firms through her consulting and project management practice.

Building on her industry successes, Shauna teaches in the postgraduate Project Management program at Mohawk College, where she designs and delivers hands-on, results-oriented course content. She also coaches STEM-focused students in the Financial Mathematics program at McMaster University, tailoring personalized development plans to bolster both their academic performance and career trajectories.

Shauna’s leadership philosophy blends an agile mindset with data-driven insights, empowering STEM leaders and professionals to navigate the complexities of fast-evolving markets and technologies. She is a certified PMP and CBAP, holds a certificate in Conflict Management and Mediation from Conrad Grebel University College, and is pursuing her ICF ACC coaching credential through Erickson International. Her credentials also include MHS certifications for the Influence Style Indicator, Change Style Indicator, and Change Navigator assessments, underscoring her commitment to evidence-based leadership development.

Whether delivering immersive workshops or one-on-one coaching, Shauna’s practical, down-to-earth approach equips STEM professionals and their leaders with the clarity, confidence, and strategic action needed to excel in today’s demanding technical and business landscapes—and drive their organizations forward.

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