
True leadership is about more than just managing a team—it is the alignment of purpose and presence. Lead with Laura leverages thirty years of executive leadership and Emmy Award-winning experience to help clients navigate their next chapter. As your trusted ear, we will cut through the noise of complex environments to build a strategy that works for your life and your career.
with Laura Bernardini
Become The CEO of You

Lead with Laura was founded by Laura Bernardini as her next chapter after completing a successful career as a journalist and executive at CNN. After decades of guiding conversations that shaped public understanding, Laura now helps individuals step into leadership of a different kind—their own. Laura's coaching provides a place for those navigating life’s transitions, whether they are intentionally pivoting toward a new chapter or finding their footing after the sudden impact of a job loss.

Working with Laura
Lead with Purpose
Personalized coaching to meet your specific goals for you and your team while empowering you to lead with confidence and authenticity.
Building your Future
Comprehensive support for a transformative journey, ensuring a seamless experience as you grow with a new role, plot a future course or as a leader.
Goal-Centric Approach
Every session starts wtih a focus on your goal and the creation of a plan to move forward. Laura helps you cut through distraction, define priorities, and take purposeful action—so progress isn’t just discussed, it’s made.
Continuous Guidance
Continuous support and strategic guidance to address your challenges and propel your growth.



