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Dr. Gye Johnson

Founder
Gye Johnson Leadership Consulting Firm, LLC
Country or state 
United States (Texas)
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Languages 
English
Volunteer
Yes
Timezone 
America/Chicago

Personal Details

Bio

Dr. Gye Johnson is a retired CIA leadership expert, U.S. Army veteran, and organizational strategist who has coached and trained more than 5,000 federal employees and executives.

With a doctorate in Organizational Leadership, an Executive Certificate in Facilitation from Georgetown University, and a Coaching Certification from George Mason University, Dr. Johnson brings over two decades of high-stakes leadership experience to today’s most pressing organizational challenges.

After retiring from public service, he founded Gye Johnson Leadership Consulting, LLC, and developed the STRIVE to HEAL™ Leadership Framework—an innovative model that addresses the dual challenge of building transformational leadership and recovering from its breakdown.

Current position (2)

Founder

Gye Johnson Leadership Consulting Firm, LLC

Executive Coach

LEADZ

Degrees (2)
Doctor of Management, Organizational Leadership
University of Phoenix
2003 to 2008
Master of Project Management
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
1998 to 2000

Presentations

Presentations (5)
STRIVE to HEAL™: A Modern Framework for Transformational Leadership

This powerful session introduces the STRIVE to HEAL™ Leadership Framework—an innovative model for building high-impact, emotionally intelligent leaders who can recover from burnout, lead with authenticity, and drive meaningful cultural change. Dr. Gye Johnson draws from decades of experience in the CIA and U.S. Army to equip audiences with practical tools for navigating leadership breakdowns and leading with resilience, vision, and empathy.

How Ego and Insecurity Undermine Leadership

Even the most skilled leaders can falter when ego and insecurity go unchecked. In this candid and compelling session, Dr. Gye Johnson examines how self-protection mechanisms erode trust, distort decision-making, and damage teams. Participants will learn how to recognize these patterns and develop the self-awareness needed to lead with grounded confidence and authenticity.

Recovering After a Leadership Breakdown

Leadership failure isn’t the end—it’s an opportunity for transformation. In this empowering session, Dr. Gye Johnson guides leaders through the emotional and strategic process of recovery using the HEAL framework. Perfect for executives, managers, and coaches, this talk offers a path to rebuild credibility, realign with core values, and lead with renewed strength.

Quiet Quitting and the Cost of Toxic Leadership

Quiet quitting is more than a trend—it’s a signal of deeper organizational dysfunction. In this eye-opening talk, Dr. Gye Johnson explores how toxic leadership practices drive disengagement, burnout, and passive resistance. Attendees will discover actionable strategies to rebuild trust, foster psychological safety, and re-engage teams from the inside out.

Emotional Intelligence in High-Stakes Environments

In environments where pressure is high and trust is fragile, emotional intelligence isn’t optional—it’s essential. With insights drawn from her CIA and military background, Dr. Gye Johnson unpacks the role of self-awareness, empathy, and emotional regulation in leading under pressure. This session empowers leaders to navigate conflict, build rapport, and lead with calm clarity.

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Leadership
Leadership Recovery Emotional Intelligence Toxic Culture Executive Coaching Strategic Leadership organizational change Resilient leadership Authentic Leadership
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