Chris McGirr MBA, LLM, ACC
Chris is a leadership development expert, author, speaker and certified executive coach with more than 25 years of diverse experience across consumer-packaged goods, pharmaceuticals, technology, telecommunications, professional services, engineering, law, banking, finance and retail industries.
A recognized corporate business leader and innovative facilitator, Chris is a communication specialist experienced in coaching individuals to:
- develop personal brand and executive presence
- hone presentation skills
- develop strategic relationships
- motivate teams and facilitating team collaboration
- enhance stakeholder relations.
Chris is experienced in metrics-centered leadership coaching approach that ensures success by establishing inspirational goals, aligned with the business strategy and measurable metrics. She deploys a strategically developed coaching methodology using personally customized tools to elevate learning and accelerate development to facilitate change. She possesses the ability to identify talent and leverage opportunities for leaders to:
- Optimize potential to enhance performance
- Increase competitive edge
- Solidify their professional presence
Certified to assess Birkman, Leadership Effectiveness Analysis 360 and Hogan, Chris leverages these highly accredited tools to build the foundation for executive coaching and develops a framework for an effective action plan.
Chris’ client list includes the following: Bank of Nova Scotia, Barrick Gold, BCE Inc., Bell Canada, Canadian Tire Corporation, CI Financial, Edgewell Personal Care, Ericsson, Government of Ontario, HSBC, Loblaw Companies Ltd., Manulife Financial Corp., Metrolinx, Microsoft, National Bank, Nestle Canada, Oracle, Rogers Communications, Royal Bank of Canada, Ryerson University, Sobeys, TD Bank, Telus, The Law Society of Upper Canada, TJX Canada, Unilever, Vale Canada Ltd.
Chris has Masters of Law degree in international law and legal studies from the University of Toronto, and an undergraduate degree in political science & sociology from Western University, London, Ontario. She possesses several accreditations in leadership and coaching organizations, including the International Coach Federation.
