Building Strengths-Based Teams & Leaders

We empower leaders to operate from their strengths and expertise to lead high-impact teams, secure dream opportunities, and actualize a bold vision for their work & life.

We specialize in career coaching, group facilitation, and leadership trainings for the modern workplace. Want to learn more? Check out our services.

You are in the right place if…

You’re smart, capable, and values-driven—but you’re at a crossroads. Maybe you’ve been laid off, are pivoting industries, leading a growing team, or just feeling a little stuck. You’re ready for a change—or a deeper kind of support—but you’re not exactly sure what that looks like or how to get there.

You might be thinking things like:

  • “I don’t know what I want to do next—but I know it’s not this.”

  • “How do I talk about my experience in a way that actually reflects who I am?”

  • “I’ve lost some of my confidence and need help rebuilding it.”

  • “I want to lead differently—but I’m not sure how to get my team aligned and performing at their best.”

Here’s the truth: You don’t need a new title, a louder voice, or another certification to move forward.
+ You need space.
+ You need clarity.
+ You need someone who sees the unique potential in your strengths and expertise—and can help you lead with clarity, so you get better results with less burnout.

Whether you’re navigating a pivot or leading a team through growth and change, I’m here to help you lead with intention and confidence.

Meet Rupa.

Rupa Dev Rihan, MA, CPIC, ACC

Rupa Dev Rihan (she/her) is a certified coach and strategic advisor specializing in career development and building inclusive high-performance teams. Rupa coaches individuals to greater clarity & confidence, and she works with organizations that want to:

  • Build inclusive strengths-based teams & organizations

  • Invest in leadership programs to support underrepresented & rising leaders

  • Develop a culture of continuous growth

Headlines:

  • Credentials | ACC (Associate Certified Coach) | CPIC (Certified Professional Integrative Coach) | Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach | M.A.T in Teaching | B.A in English

  • Alumna | University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign | Relay Graduate School of Education | Teach For America Corps Member & Staff | Coaching For Everyone | Center for Integrative Intelligence

  • Pronouns & Identities | Woman | She/Her/Hers | BIPOC | Raised in an Immigrant Household | South Asian American | Mother | Twin

  • Privileges | Able-Bodied | Cis-Gendered | Socio-Economic Privilege | Partner Privilege | Citizenship Privilege

See Rupa in Action!

Check out a short clip of our signature Strengths-Based Networking Workshop!

Strengths-Based | Highly-Engaging | Results-Oriented

What Clients Are Saying:

  • "Rupa was the cheerleader that I never knew I needed. I felt so known and excited about future. Working with Rupa is a MUST!"

    - Becky Luoh, Brand & Strategy Director

  • "Rupa gave the confidence I needed to make a change for my career. She does a great job supporting people to get to the next level."

    - Bianca Cabrera, Director of Service Learning

  • "Rupa over-delivered with sharp insight, valuable resources, and priceless takeaways. Run, don't walk to work with her!"

    - Shira Gill, Bestselling Author, Minimalista

We Offer:

1:1 Coaching

Gain clarity and confidence with strengths-
based coaching tailored to your goals.

Workshops, Trainings, and Retreats

Transform your team with engaging workshops, trainings, and retreats.

Community Spaces for BIWOC

Join the Third Space Collective — a vibrant,
supportive virtual community for women of color.

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Clients Include:

Logo of Teach For America with a stylized starburst symbol and the organization's name below.
Logo for Citizens of the World Charter Schools in Los Angeles.
Chamberlin Education Foundation logo on a gray circular background with black text
Black background with white and gray letters 'E' and 'P'
Logo with a mountain, wave, and sun, with the text "WAYFINDING WISDOM" underneath.
Copyright symbol in white on a black background.
Abstract logo with a lowercase 'e' inside a circular shape.
Text reading "LULU and GEORGIA" in black on a white background.
Gray logo with the words 'aer' and 'df' in lowercase letters, with five black and gray dots aligned vertically to the left.
Gray circle with white text that says "Monday Girl"
Black and white logo with the letters 'LV' inside a circle.
Line drawing of three mountains inside a circle.
Minimalist gray outline of a coffee cup with a leaf on top, set against a dark background.
Stupski Foundation logo with gray background and white text
Gray circular logo with the letters 'FG' in the center, surrounded by concentric circles.
Text reading 'Walter & Elise Haas Fund' in black font on a white background.
Logo with a large letter 'W' inside a circle and the word 'Wealthsimple' below.
Logo for Rising Leader Fellowship featuring the words 'Rising Leader' in large text and 'Fellowship' below, with a stylized mountain peak graphic.
Cartoon monkeys playing instruments above a children's dentistry logo.
The word "FACTOR" in white uppercase letters on a black background.
Icon of an open book with the words 'COMMONLIT' written below it, on a gray background.
Logo for SEO Scholars, San Francisco
Logo for National School Choice Week featuring flying graduation caps and the text 'National School Choice Week' with 'School' in large bold font.
Logo of New Schools Venture Fund in grayscale.