Sally Day

Managing DirectorCleveland, OH
Areas of Expertise

CPG, Executive Coaching, Food & Beverage

CREDENTIALS AND AFFILIATIONS
About

A certified executive coach and search professional, Sally brings more than 25 years of industry experience as a senior leader working for well-known consumer food companies, including The J. M. Smucker Company, Unilever, Keebler, and Nestle. Sally’s tenure in organizational strategy and leadership provides an unmatched experience when coaching executives or working with clients to identify and assess future talent.

Sally knows firsthand the kinds of challenges leaders encounter. She has a career’s worth of experience placing leadership, building teams, coaching, and mentoring. A Board-Certified Coach (BCC) through the Center for Credentialing and Education and an Associate Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation. Sally also holds an Executive MBA from Kent State University and completed her B.S. in Business Management and International Business, with a minor in Polish Language from Alliance College. She holds certificates in executive coaching and leadership assessment from the following accredited organizations.  

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