Lynn Blades

Lynn Blades is the inspirational founder of Legacy Leadership, an executive coaching consultancy committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive twenty-first-century workforce. A trailblazer in leadership coaching, Lynn empowers organizations to build cultures in which diverse talent thrives. As a distinguished Marshall Goldsmith executive coach with two decades of experience, Lynn has guided an extraordinary range of leaders—from C-suite executives to their teams—across industries such as finance, law, tech, media, marketing, and luxury. Her client roster includes globally recognized giants like Nike, KPMG, British Airways, and the Royal Bank of Canada, as well as influential names in media, including Sony Music, BBC, Warner Bros., and Universal Music Group. Lynn’s impact doesn’t stop at coaching. She champions the next generation of female leaders through regular three-day leadership summits and retreats inspiring confidence and capability. Lynn's exceptional communication skills and signature can-do attitude were shaped by her successful career as an award-winning journalist. She worked with several international networks, including CBS, CNN, CNBC, BBC, ITV, Viacom, and Showtime Networks. Over the years, she excelled in developing, writing, presenting, and producing a wide range of content, from hard news to engaging entertainment programs. Dedicated to shaping the future of leadership beyond her consultancy, Lynn serves on boards that amplify diverse talent. She is chair of the board of trustees for New Curators, a pioneering program that democratizes museum curation, and a trusted advisor to Creative Access. With an unwavering belief in the power of inclusive leadership, Lynn is redefining not only what it means to lead but also who gets to lead, leaving an indelible impact on her clients.