Brian is a leadership coach and HR executive who’s spent 25+ years helping people grow, teams thrive, and businesses win. From startups finding their footing to global companies scaling fast, Brian has seen it all and coached leaders through it. He’s been a senior HR leader at places like Verizon, USAA, Indeed, and LogicMonitor, where he guided executives, built strong teams, and led through change. Earlier in life, he was also an NCAA Division I swimmer and coach.
Leadership and Management
Culture and Organizational Development
Career and Transition Coaching
Startups & Entrepreneurship
Technology & Innovation
Government & Nonprofits
Available:
Tues, Wed, Thur 9:30-5:30
Free Intro Session Available
Session Type:
1:1 Coaching (virtual), Group Coaching (virtual), Hybrid Coaching (online + in-person), Group Coaching (in-person), 1:1 Coaching (in-person), Workshop
Coaching Certification(s)
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR®) - Benchmarks Certification - Crucial Conversations - Emergent Execs Coaching Certification
Certified Assessment Tool(s)
The 6 Types of Working Genius
Educational Background
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Human Resources
Coaching methods
In our immersive coaching engagement, we go deep. You’ll build lasting trust, master strategic clarity, and inspire performance within yourself and across your organization without losing yourself in the process.
Coaching philosophy
We believe the best leaders aren’t defined by org charts or job descriptions. They’re defined by how they show up: with purpose, integrity, and the ability to elevate those around them.
Clients who would be a good fit
Those who have integrity, professional vulnerability, and a willingness to explore the unknown.
What makes a coaching relationship successful?
Mutual commitment, radical honesty, and a shared focus on real, sustainable growth. Not fluff.
Clients show up with curiosity, courage, and a willingness to do the work.
- Several Executives at a PE-backed commercial services company
- VP at highly visible non-profit organization
DisruptHR Austin
Why Hiring Should Be More Like Buying a Used Car
Kay Stroman
Chief Human Resources Officer, FirstCall Mechanical
Partnering with Sundog Coaching was the right decision for us. The tailored 90-day accelerator provides a clear coaching path and has resulted in notable growth in those who have or are participating in the program. Brian has been super collaborative and easy to engage with. He was able to quickly develop a solid relationship with those he works with, which is a game changer when it comes to coaching.
Dan Brodsky
Former Jobseeker
Last year, I was completely surprised by my contract ending abruptly, and I wasn't really sure what I wanted to do next. Sundog Coaching really helped turn that around. I was able to get strategic with some of my goals and aspirations. I was able to identify skills that I wanted to develop, and I felt more confident with my entire search.
Katie Hoffman
HRBP / Indeed
Through [Sundog Coaching's] guidance, I learned how to navigate sensitive and complex situations, balancing fairness, legal considerations, and the goals of the business. These skills not only helped me develop confidence in handling challenging scenarios but also enabled me to build trust quickly with the people I supported.
I became a trusted advisor for many managers, especially first-time leaders learning how to lead people effectively.
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