Xavier Hernández

Xavier Hernández

Location: Chula Vista, CA

Biography

Xavier Hernandez, PhD, leverages 20+ years of experience in senior-level executive assessment, leadership and organization development, talent management, and team effectiveness. With a data-driven approach, he facilitates breakthrough thinking and drives meaningful business outcomes through assessment, evaluation, measurement, and data utilization.

His systems approach considers the complex dynamics of leaders' realities, integrating stakeholder feedback and real work experiences to foster self-awareness, goal-setting, and exceptional results. With a focus on desired outcomes, Xavier creates a safe learning environment that fosters trust, supports risk-taking, and enables long-term change. He combines support and challenge, offering creative solutions for development areas while highlighting strengths for sustainable impact.

As a consultative partner, Xavier's extensive academic and professional background in talent management and organization development empowers senior leaders to exceed strategic business objectives. He collaborates with leadership teams, utilizing action learning and cohort or group coaching to drive results and accelerate team development. Additionally, organizations rely on Xavier to design and implement large-scale human capital initiatives, aligning strategic goals with selection, development, performance, and talent management processes, change management, and culture.

Xavier's integrated approach, grounded in data and supported by deep industry knowledge, makes him a trusted partner in driving organizational growth and success.

Niche Areas of Expertise

  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Organizational Development
  • Team Effectiveness
  • Women & Leadership
  • C-Suite
  • Change Management
  • Leaders in Transition

Industry Experience

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Financial Services
  • Healthcare Systems & Services
  • Pharmaceuticals & Medical Products
  • Telecommunications

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Alliant International University / CSPP - PhD Psychology, Dual Clinical and I/O Psychology

Certifications

  • Board Certified Coach (BCC)
  • Center for Creative Leadership
  • Certified Strengths Coach (Marcus Buckingham Company)
  • Hogan
  • 360 Interview
  • DiSC

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