The aim of education is the knowledge, not of facts,
— William Inge
but of values.
Westfall Executive Advisors helps leaders improve their work so that they and their institutions thrive. With a special focus on the needs of higher education leaders and organizations, the goal of Westfall Exec is action that moves leaders and institutions forward.
Leaders thrive when they are self-aware, competent, productively engaged with the organization as a whole, supported in their work toward institutional and individual goals, and committed to furthering their skills and abilities.
Our foundational values in working with leaders and institutions are:
Competence
We bring substantive, first-hand higher education experience and professional preparation, including certification from the International Coaching Federation, to our work.
Curiosity
We are, at our core, curious about and interested in leaders and institutions. We want to know what matters to clients, what will move them forward, and how we can help.
Creativity
Each institution, leader, and group is unique. Creativity in understanding and responding to particular issues in specific contexts is the key to our approach.
Sense of Humor
Humor is an essential element in exemplary leadership and strong institutions; it brings perspective, energy, and clarity to important work. Why not value a sense of humor?