Proof in the people

From founders to executives, hear how lume’s coaching helps leaders unlock their potential, strengthen their teams, and create lasting change.

one of my highlights in 2025

Phil Dakin, Co-founder at startup

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Kendra Schultz, Principal at VC firm

After years of therapy, lume’s action-oriented approach was refreshing. My coach made me feel empowered to take action in both my career and personal life.

Jared Billig, Head of Product at startup

lume helped me grow as a leader, stay open to new ideas, and find more happiness and peace. The mix of traditional and unconventional coaching kept me evolving.

As someone who's been in therapy off and on for 10 years, it was really refreshing to participate in a modality that was action-oriented and forward looking.

Early-stage Investor

My coach helped me work through countless startup challenges, empowering me to step up to a new level with a radiating confidence that’s impacted every aspect of my life.

AI Healthtech Founder, Harvard CS

lume helped me tackle the issues holding me back in how I work, giving me a deeper understanding of how my health drives my professional success.

Consultant at Accenture

Sol Palenzona, Designer at startup

lume brought together coaching and holistic well-being in one transformative experience. It advanced my leadership while nurturing every part of myself.

Bets Joseph, Strategy at major retail company

lume transformed how I approach my career and health. I learned to take decisive action, align my habits with my goals, and boost both productivity and well-being.

My exec coach was a perfect fit for both my company and personality. My coach was incredibly present, helpful, and even went the extra mile by making key introductions. I couldn’t have asked for a better partnership.

CEO at startup

What stood out most was my coach’s ability to balance practical guidance with encouragement, helping me truly see that I was doing much better in this journey than I gave myself credit for. 

Ruby Wei, author & consultant

I bring a nod to the session and we work together to untangle it. My coach helped me navigate really complex emotions and predicaments that were lingering and helped me to take action.

Alba Montana, Product Manager