Danessa Knaupp

Executive coach · Richmond, VA · in person and virtual

Credentials they list: ICF PCC, Hogan

"We help you build on who you are, become the leader you’re meant to be and claim your place in the world." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Executive Coaching
Leaders and executives
Understanding current situation · Defining clear goals and concrete action · Bi-weekly work sessions · Building on strengths and addressing opportunities on request
Assessment
Leaders, teams, and organizations
Hogan, DISC, and Leadership Circle Assessment tools · Interview-based 360 reports · Findings for individual or group coaching, team expansion, or hiring on request
Workshops
Teams
Fully participatory workshops · Leadership theory and cultural references · Strategy, communications, leadership, and innovation on request
Group Coaching
Executive leadership teams
Facilitated conversations · Aligning priorities · Navigating conflict · Working by shared guiding principles on request
Speaking
Groups of 20 to 500
Stories and real-life case studies · Leadership theory · Topics including compassion, candor, authenticity, decision-making, and change on request
Strategic Consulting on request
Growth Planning on request
Operations Enhancement on request
Change Management Support on request
Organizational Effectiveness Planning on request

As published on their website, read Nov 8, 2026.

How they compare

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Where they fit

StudentsEarlyMidManagerDirectorVP / C-suite
Resume and LinkedInnononononono
Interviews and offersnononononono
Job search strategynononononono
Career direction and changenononononono
Leadershipnonoyesyesyesyes
Personal brandnononononono

How they work

Process
Set goals and name what the client wants · Find a coach · Understand the current situation, strengths, and opportunities · Work in bi-weekly sessions to break down barriers and learn · Reflect on progress and reset
Assessments
Hogan, DISC, Leadership Circle Assessment, Interview-based 360 reports, TetraMap
Before coaching
Senior corporate leader and entrepreneur, Financial services, sales, operations, professional services, and non-profit (20 years)

Do it yourself, or hire a coach?

Doing it yourselfUsually enough whenA coach earns the fee when
LeadershipPeer groups, feedback from your manager, reading.You have a mentor who has done the job.A first management role or a bigger team, often paid for by the employer.

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Questions to ask before hiring

  1. What does it cost in total, and what is included? (no published price)
  2. What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
  3. Which body issued your credential, and can I check it there? (credential listed)
  4. Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)

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