Rita Franklin
Rita Franklin is an experienced leader, Executive Coach, problem solver, HR Consultant and Organizational Ombudsman. She served the federal government for nearly 40 years at the U.S. Information Agency, Voice of America, the Department of Treasury, and the Department of Energy. As a Presidential Rank Award Winning Senior Executive, Rita is highly sought out to help leaders deal with their “too hard pile” and help them find creative and effective solutions to address organizational conflict.
Over the last twelve years, coaching has become Rita’s passion. She has contributed over one hundred hours of pro bono coaching to young people in her community as well as to the Special Olympics and Easter Seals leadership. She coaches executives and emerging leaders across industries to enhance leadership by improving communication, cultivatin g relations, reframing challenges, and tapping into authentic presence and vulnerability. She is a trusted advisor and has played a critical role in helping organizations with change and transition management. She is experienced with helping all level employees develop conflict management and emotional intelligence skills.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
- § Graduate Studies Master of Science, Management (Human Resources) University of Maryland University College
- § Bachelor of Science in Business Management/Law and Public Policy University of Maryland University College
- § Georgetown University Leadership Coaching Certificate
- § International Coaching Federation, Certified Professional Coach
- § Mental Health First Aid, Certified State of Maryland
- § SYMBIS (Saving Your Marriage Before it Starts) Facilitator Certification
INDUSTRY & Community AFFILIATIONS
- § International Coaching Federation, Member
- § International Ombudsman Association, Member
- § Kingdom Fellowship, Marriage Ministry Leader and Stephen Minister