Amanda Connelly, CEO, MCC, STC
Amanda Connelly is the CEO of Oceans Coaching, a Master Certified Executive & Leadership Coach (MCC), the highest credential awarded by the International Coaching Federation and held by fewer than 4% of coaches worldwide, and a Certified Master Cognitive Behavioral Practitioner known for catalyzing bold leadership and enterprise-wide behavior change.
She doesn’t just coach leaders; she helps them rewire how they think, decide, and lead. With a rare blend of strategic precision, grounded presence, and neuroscience-informed insight, Amanda partners with executives navigating high-stakes complexity, transformation, and recovery. Her approach is direct yet compassionate, rigorous yet deeply human. She brings emotional, social, and relational intelligence to the forefront, paired with a calm confidence that puts people at ease and opens the door to real transformation.
She steps in when the stakes are high, the system is strained, and leadership is ready to evolve. Whether guiding a senior team through post-M&A realignment, unlocking entrenched cultural patterns, or holding space for courageous leadership breakthroughs, Amanda helps clients find clarity when it matters most.
At the heart of her work is the OCEANS Systemic Team Coaching Model™, designed to elevate collective intelligence and drive sustainable impact across complex systems.
A recognized thought leader, Amanda serves on the International Coaching Federation Board, holds a certification in Neuroscience for Business from MIT, and earned her Master's in Change Management.
Her client partnerships span healthcare, technology, oil & gas, financial services, and hospitality, including organizations such as CHRISTUS Health, CVS Health, Integris Health, PRISM Health, Pioneer Natural Resources, Discover, Mr. Cooper, Valley Forge Fabrics, and many more.