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Executive Coaching and Facilitation Services for Nonprofits and Associations

Derek Mulhern Coaching & Consulting supports association executives, nonprofit CEOs, boards, and leadership teams through executive coaching, strategic facilitation, board governance, and organizational alignment.

Meet Derek

With over 15 years of experience and a background as a former association executive, Derek Mulhern helps nonprofits and associations overcome challenges and achieve sustainable growth. As a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the ICF and holding a certificate in Executive Leadership from Cornell University, Derek brings strategic insight and practical solutions to his work.

Through his three-pronged approach—Strategic Planning and Implementation, Team and Organizational Alignment, and Board Governance—Derek supports organizations in building effective teams, aligning priorities, and improving leadership effectiveness.

Derek partners with leaders to address their toughest challenges and implement actionable strategies that drive real results.

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Services

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Executive & Team Coaching

Support for leaders carrying real responsibility.

Through structured coaching, we help executives and leadership teams develop clarity, resilience, and stronger leadership habits without losing sight of the human side of the work.

Best for executive directors, CEOs, and senior leaders seeking growth and perspective.

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Leadership Alignment & Team Building

Turn smart people into a cohesive leadership team.

Misalignment slows progress more than lack of talent. We help executive teams clarify roles, strengthen communication, and improve decision making so leadership feels steady instead of reactive.

Best for teams experiencing friction, stalled progress, or times of transition.


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Facilitation & Leadership Training

Designed conversations that move work forward.

From retreats to strategy sessions to leadership workshops, we design and facilitate experiences that create clarity, alignment, and progress. Leaders and teams leave with direction, not just discussion.

Best for boards, leadership teams, and conferences seeking thoughtful and grounded facilitation.


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Board Governance & Development

Equip your board to lead with clarity and confidence.

Strong governance creates stability and growth. We work with boards and executive directors to define responsibilities, strengthen accountability, and build healthy board-staff relationships that move the mission forward.

Best for organizations navigating growth, change, or governance challenges.


Contact Derek

Let's discuss how we can best support your organization and determine if we're the right fit for your needs!