Executive Advisor to CEOs,
Boards & Leadership Teams
Strategic counsel for leaders navigating transition, organizational complexity, power, politics, and high-stakes decisions.
With 30 years of leadership experience, Tinna Jackson helps executives cut through the noise, make consequential decisions, align their teams, and lead with greater clarity and authority.
About
Tinna Jackson
Executive Strategist | CEO & Board Advisor | Speaker & Author
Tinna Jackson is a nationally recognized executive strategist and advisor with 30 years of leadership experience across government, politics, nonprofit organizations, and executive leadership.
A Washington, D.C. native, Tinna spent two decades in national politics, including 10 years in the U.S. Senate as a Deputy Chief of Staff, before serving as a C-suite executive. Today, through Jackson Consulting Group, she advises CEOs, boards, and executive teams navigating leadership transition, organizational complexity, high-stakes decisions, and change.
Her work combines strategy, emotional intelligence, organizational insight, and a deep understanding of power dynamics to help leaders see the whole enterprise, make better decisions, and move their organizations forward.
Tinna is also the author of the award-winning The Power Play Journal: Battle-Tested Strategies & Reflections for Impactful Leadership and a Forbes Coaches Council thought leader.
- IAOTP's Trailblazer of the Year (2026)
- IAOTP’s Top Executive Coach and Management Consultant of the Decade (2025)
- Top 15 Coaches in Washington, DC (Influence Digest, 2026 and 2025)
- Top Women Leaders of 2026 (Women We Admire)
With over 28 years of leadership experience—including two decades in national politics
98%
Client Satisfaction Rate
28+
Years of Experience
100+
Projects Completed
200+
Clients Impacted
News & Insights
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Testimonials
Trusted by CEOs, executives and organizational leaders.
Tinna is known for strategic clarity, candor, sound judgment, and an ability to help leaders navigate the issues that rarely have simple answers.
“Tinna’s leadership and mentorship has helped guide me along my entire career path. She was a trusted advisor when I was just getting started as a recent graduate in Washington DC. Then, as a manager, she helped coach me through difficult situations I encountered as I was learning how to lead a team. Beyond that, I could always count on Tinna’s honest, constructive leadership to steer me in the right direction and have my best interests at heart. Safe to say I owe a lot of my personal and professional development to Tinna and her mentorship!”
Jessica Woodie
Director of Grassroots Marketing, Stand Together
“Many coaches will deliver the technical goods – an assessment, the interpretation of results, and the suggestions for change. What sets Tinna apart, for me, is her ability to easily connect with people. Coaching isn’t therapy, but emotional intelligence is a significant part of navigating oneself and one’s organization. Tinna is smart, intuitive, open, and fluid in her communication. She’s both professional and accessible, diplomatic and real. I called on her many times for a reality check and was grateful for her counsel.”
Cherise Fanno Berdeen, Ph.D
Non-Profit Executive
“As a brand strategist, I’ve had the privilege of working with some of the most influential visionaries. Tinna Jackson stands out because of her unwavering commitment to helping others harness their true power. Tinna’s approach is deeply rooted in emotional regulation and battle-tested strategies that empower leaders to navigate their most challenging moments with clarity and confidence.
Tinna’s dedication to her craft and her profound understanding of what it takes to lead with authenticity and impact are paramount. If you’re looking to elevate and position yourself to a place of leadership and authority with a proven framework on how to navigate and develop the mindset and emotional intelligence toward greater influence and success, Tina is your guide.”
Lisa Merraro
Brand Strategist and CEO of Cloe Luv, LLC, Author of “The Branding Handbook,” and CEO of C3 Global Impact
Celina Stewart, Esq.
CEO, The League of Women Voters of the US
It’s all too common for executives to find themselves thrust into leadership roles without the proper tools or support. My journey to leadership was based on my strengths in communication, team management, and the ability to tackle challenges head-on. However, in the world of executives, there’s often a pressure to appear invulnerable and to avoid seeking help for leadership development. This can create a barrier to receiving genuine feedback from our teams and colleagues, especially due to the power dynamics within organizations.
That’s why my time with Tinna has been truly invaluable. With her, I can be completely open about my concerns and areas where I want to grow, knowing that I won’t be judged. Tinna is an executive coach who doesn’t beat around the bush – she gives it to you straight. Her experience spans across different sectors, from nonprofits to government to corporate, which means her insights are relevant no matter where you are on your executive journey. I wholeheartedly recommend Tinna as an executive coach because she truly understands the human side of workplace dynamics and knows how to offer the support needed for growth.
Rabiah Burks
Vice President, External Affairs & Communications, NLADA
Tinna’s leadership expertise is unparalleled. Through her extensive experience and deep understanding of leadership principles, she effortlessly illuminates the path towards authentic leadership. Her comprehensive knowledge across diverse industries and organizational settings enables her to provide well-rounded perspectives that challenge conventional thinking and inspire innovative solutions. Under Tinna’s mentorship, I have witnessed a remarkable transformation within myself, growing into a more confident and competent leader.
Diante Johnson
CEO, Black Conservative Federation
James Oaks
President & CEO, Montgomery Corner
I have seen firsthand Tinna’s steadiness in a storm and her common sense solutions in thorny situations. She cuts through the noise and gets straight to an issue with her keen intellect. She has a strong work ethic and has been a trusted advisor to some of our top political leaders. But of all her qualities, Tinna’s gift is her ability to listen. After talking with her, you will walk away knowing you’ve been heard and Tinna will work with you to get the outcome that works best for you and your team.
Traci Scott
Communications Strategist & Author
“I have had over 30 years of leadership experience in the military and corporate worlds and in that time I have come across no-one who has impressed me more than Tinna. Her insights into the foundational concepts and practices that make a leader impactful are second to none and applicable to any and all organizations. Her ability to articulate the lessons learned from her years of firsthand experience driving organizations to unparalleled success is a true game changer.”
Captain Reggie Howard
Retired Naval Aviator & CEO, JR Howard Consulting
“Tinna’s guidance has been a true beacon of light in my professional journey. The way Tinna has helped me realign my strategy and focus on my purpose has been invaluable. The book’s themes of leadership, emotional intelligence, and power dynamics are crucial for anyone wanting to make a genuine difference.
I remember the first time Tinna shared her perspective on emotional intelligence; it was a game-changer for me. It shifted how I lead and interact with my team, fostering a more cohesive and inspired work environment.”
Janet Nash
CEO, The AI Consultant Group
“Tinna Jackson was highly recommended by a trusted industry friend. I have had Tinna’s insight and direction regarding professional development and career goals. Tinna is very attentive, optimistic, patient, kind, and direct. Her tips for navigating career obstacles have been extremely helpful beyond measure. Nevertheless, I highly recommend Tinna Jackson as an essential career resource.”
Nicholas Walters, Ph.D
Aetna, a CVS Health Company
High-Impact Leadership
Leadership Development
Leadership Development for What's Next
Not every leader needs private executive advisory. But every leader needs access to strategy, perspective, development, and the right people around them.
Through The Power Circle, Tinna provides ongoing strategy, mentorship, training, and leadership development for professionals navigating career growth, greater responsibility, influence, and the path to senior and enterprise leadership.
Our Books
Books
The Power Play Journal
Battle-Tested Strategies & Reflections for Impactful Leadership
Award-winning and built from real leadership experience, The Power Play Journal gives leaders practical strategies and questions to strengthen self-awareness, emotional intelligence, influence, decision-making, and impact.
This isn’t leadership theory. It’s a tool for thinking more deliberately about how you lead when the stakes are real.
Announcements
Expert analysis & thought leadership.
Explore fresh thinking on business strategy, operational excellence, and leadership in times of change. Curated by our consultants — written for decision-makers.
Blog
August 27, 2025
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August 27, 2025
Blog
August 27, 2025
SPEAKING
From First Class to the Cockpit™
From First Class to the Cockpit™
What changes when you move from senior leader to enterprise leader.
The promotion changes your title overnight. Your perspective has to catch up.
Moving into enterprise leadership requires more than doing your previous job at a higher level. The view changes. The decisions change. The responsibility changes. And suddenly, you aren’t simply occupying a seat in the organization. You’re responsible for where the entire organization is going.
In her flagship keynote, Tinna Jackson challenges leaders to make the critical shift from seeing the organization from their seat to seeing and leading the whole enterprise.
Available for keynotes, executive leadership meetings, conferences, fireside conversations, and leadership retreats.
Call us at:
+1 (202) 871-2525
Visit us at:
444 North Capitol Street NW Suite
640 Washington DC 20001
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