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The Holistic CEO

Organizational Strategy Consultant

Sustainable performance starts with aligned people, purposeful systems, and conscious leadership.     

I partner with executives, leaders, and organizations to transform complexity into clarity—aligning leadership practices, talent systems, operating processes, and organizational culture to create sustainable performance.​ With 15+ years of experience spanning organizational development, talent management, learning strategy, HR, operations, and professional coaching, I bring a unique ability to connect human behavior with business outcomes.​

 

Whether an organization is scaling, navigating change, strengthening leadership capability, or redesigning how work gets done, I help leaders move from reactive problem-solving to intentional, strategic action.

Overview & Results

How I Help Organizations

Organizational Effectiveness Strategy

 

Organizations often know they need change but struggle to identify where to begin.

 

I help leaders assess current realities, uncover root causes, and design practical strategies that improve effectiveness.

 

Areas of support include:

  • Organizational assessments

  • Workforce and talent strategy

  • Operating model alignment

  • Leadership effectiveness

  • Change and transformation initiatives

  • Cross-functional collaboration

  • Process improvement

Leadership Development & Advisory

 

Strong leaders create strong organizations.

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I partner with leaders to strengthen:

  • Strategic thinking and decision-making

  • Communication and influence

  • Conflict navigation

  • Emotional intelligence

  • Accountability and alignment

  • Leading through complexity

 

My approach combines evidence-based leadership practices with deep awareness of human behavior, helping leaders create results without sacrificing authenticity.

Talent & Performance Systems

 

Performance improves when expectations are clear, systems are aligned, and people understand how success is defined.

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I help organizations build:

  • Competency models

  • Performance management frameworks

  • Behavior-based expectations

  • Calibration processes

  • Talent review practices

  • Leadership development strategies

Learning Strategy & Design

 

Learning should create measurable behavior change — not just completed training.

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I design learning experiences that connect organizational goals with practical application, including:

  • Leadership programs

  • Facilitator guides

  • Learning journeys

  • Workshops

  • Manager enablement tools

  • Behavior-based development resources

Operational Effectiveness

 

The best strategies fail when systems don't support execution.

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I help organizations:

  • Identify operational barriers

  • Streamline processes

  • Improve workflows

  • Reduce inefficiencies

  • Clarify roles and responsibilities

  • Build sustainable systems

About Ani

About
Ani

Certifications

Ani Kazarian brings together expertise in organizational development, operational strategy, learning solutions, professional coaching, and writing to help individuals and organizations create meaningful change.

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With a BA from the University of California, Berkeley and an Master's in Literature and Writing from Bennington College, Ani combines analytical thinking with deep understanding of human behavior.

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For over 15 years, Ani has designed performance systems, developed learning strategies, improved operational processes, coached leaders, and helped organizations translate complex challenges into actionable solutions.

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Her work includes:

  • Developing enterprise competency frameworks

  • Designing behavior-based performance expectations

  • Facilitating stakeholder engagement and organizational alignment

  • Creating leadership and talent strategies

  • Improving operational effectiveness and compliance

 

Ani is also a published writer whose work has appeared in journals including MicroLit Almanac, AGNI Online, Consequence Magazine, Aster(ix) Journal, and Sampsonia Way.

  • Certified Professional Coach

  • Motivational Interviewing

  • HR Management

  • HIPAA Compliance

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Testimonials

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Alan Johnson

CEO & Founder

Bold Recovery, Inc.

"Bold Recovery has prospered with Ani's guidance and support. I have been working with Ani for the past 7 years and recommend The Holistic CEO to any agency that wants to develop strategies that have been proven profitable."

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Leah Bernthal

Executive Director

Every Purpose

"Ani has helped me see things about myself, my work, and my relationships that have transformed my life. She has the ability to see strengths, identify challenges, and encourage action with grace and gratitude. Ani has introduced me to new ideas, concepts, and ways of navigating the world that I use day in and day out to manifest balance and happiness in my life. She is a life-changer!"

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Sydney Shand

Realtor

Hilton & Hyland

"I'm incredibly grateful for the guidance and insight that Ani has provided over the past seven years. Through Ani's coaching, I've learned to trust my intuition and have developed a greater sense of clarity. Ani has become an invaluable resource."

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Cindy Lorimer

Realtor & Co-Founder

PLG Estates Inc.

"I owe my success in business and my personal life to Ani's intuitive coaching."

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