Cecilia Poggi
Communication | Leadership | Emotional Intelligence
WORK - LIFE
with GUSTO
"Lead with clarity, communicate with impact, and think strategically."
Meet Cecilia
ABOUT ME
"Master the ability to read the room, communicate with confidence, and lead with influence."
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With 25 years of global leadership experience, I equip professionals with the strategies to think critically, communicate with presence, and lead with confidence—grounded in emotional intelligence.
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Fluent in English, French, and Spanish, I work with leaders and organizations worldwide to build influence and drive impact.
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Recognized for my expertise and top client ratings, I also serve as an expert for GrowthSpace, delivering leadership and communication training worldwide.
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I live in New York City with my husband and two daughters.
​"In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get lost in the noise. I help leaders cut through distractions, sharpen their focus, and build meaningful connections. My approach blends skill-building with deep self-awareness—because true leadership starts from within."
ABOUT YOU
Are you looking to
✔ Create a clear roadmap for leadership growth.
✔ Strengthen your personal brand and executive presence.
✔ Use emotional intelligence to build influence and deepen relationships.
✔ Master high-impact communication and leadership skills.
✔ Align your vision, goals, and work-life balance.
"Great leaders don’t work in isolation—strategic insight, self-awareness, and the right guidance can accelerate your success."
She sat through the meeting, nodding along, waiting for the right moment to speak. But by the time she found the words, the conversation had already moved on. This kept happening—meeting after meeting, opportunity after opportunity. She knew she was capable, but she wasn’t being heard.
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This isn’t about skill. It’s about presence, clarity, and influence.​ Great leaders aren’t just skilled—they’re seen, heard, and trusted. I help you command the room, build lasting connections, and lead with confidence.
What I Specialize In
"Leadership isn’t about knowing all the answers—it’s about asking the right questions."
"Cecilia's personality and knowledge were the most enjoyable aspect. From the first session I felt comfortable speaking with her. She at times brought me out of my comfort zone which helped me grow. "
- MD, Finance
"Cecilia was very good at making me get to the root cause of the issues I wanted to work on. That helped me focus on what really needed to be solved. She was also great at helping me learn to break down my action items in smaller tangible tasks, which got me where I wanted to go. Cecilia made me feel heard without judgement and encouraged me to get out of my comfort zone to improve."
- Leader, Tech
Great collaboration - refining my goals and building brand awareness (highlighting my strengths and weaknesses); Cecilia provided me with the tools to be a successful leader and help me have a stronger voice in the workplace"