Hyeon-Ju Rho supports leaders and teams to cultivate the inner and outward-facing capacities that foster cultures of trust, belonging and excellence. She has a deep commitment to supporting the impact of voices underrepresented in leadership, including the voices of women and leaders of color.

Hyeon-Ju has worked with executives in a diverse range of sectors, including social impact and philanthropy, health care, technology, entertainment, and law. Recent clients include The RAND Corporation; Morrison & Foerster, LLP; Sidley Austin LLP; Gunderson Dettmer; The James Irvine Foundation; The David and Lucile Packard Foundation; the Natural Resources Defense Council; Roblox; The Bridgespan Group; University of California, Berkeley; UCLA Medical Center; Lionsgate; and Common Sense Media.

In her pre-coaching life, she was a civil rights attorney and director of social change organizations. From 2011-2014, she was the executive director and co-director of the Asian Law Caucus, the nation’s first legal aid and civil rights organization serving Asian Pacific American communities. From 2007-2011, Hyeon-Ju was the country director of the American Bar Association’s Rule of Law Initiative in China. She began her career as a civil rights litigator at the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division in Washington, D.C.

Hyeon-Ju holds certifications from the International Coach Federation (PCC) and The Coaches Training Institute (CPCC). She is a certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and also is approved to deliver the Leadership Circle Profile. She has a J.D. from New York University School of Law and a B.A. in English Literature from Swarthmore College.

What coaching services do you provide?

Executive Coaching

What services do you provide in addition to coaching?

Somatic Experiencing (body-based approach to addressing trauma). This is integrated into my coaching work.

What is your coaching philosophy?

I believe that the most impactful and sustainable outward shifts originate from inner change. I work with leaders to understanding their unique inner landscape and to find a path toward growth that honors their unique strengths.

What interests or excites you about coaching women lawyers?

I spent 18 years as a woman lawyer, working first as a litigator at the US Department of Justice, and eventually as the Executive Director of a civil rights organization. As a coach, I now support many women lawyers. I believe the legal profession needs the voices and perspectives of women. I am deeply committed to supporting women lawyers to step into their power and unique gifts, to shape their work environments and ultimately the profession more broadly.

Tell us about your training and certifications as a coach.

• International Coach Federation -- PCC
• Co-Active Training Institute -- CPCC
• Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP)
• Leadership Circle Profile 360
• Inclusive Leadership Compass 360