Leland Sandler is an executive coach and consultant from Jefferson County, Colorado. He is a graduate of a public university in California and is a former university educator, curriculum developer, and faculty lead.
He founded his professional consulting and coaching firm in 2002. Today, he holds multiple certifications as an executive coach and has previously served on the board of an international coaching network.
He currently leads operations at his California-based consulting and coaching firm, which is headquartered in a coastal city in Southern California. The firm is a management consulting organization with more than two decades of experience in executive advising and organizational effectiveness.
Leland serves as the managing partner. Along with his team, he focuses on supporting individuals and organizations within the global life sciences and technology sectors. In this role, he oversees executive coaching and guides senior leaders and their teams. His work centers on helping clients build on their strengths and adapt to changing business environments. The firm marked its 20th anniversary in December 2022.
Since its launch in 2002, the firm has consistently delivered long-term results for clients, including several major organizations across healthcare, technology, and manufacturing. The firm relies on thoughtful practices and strong interpersonal skills to support growth and remains committed to helping leaders and organizations improve their operations worldwide.
Earlier in his career, he worked as a university educator, curriculum developer, and faculty lead. He designed MBA-level courses that were adopted into national curricula, including programs supporting students with learning difficulties. Sandler also taught and presented within executive education programs and contributed to business curricula at multiple institutions.
Before founding his firm, he held leadership roles in higher education and consulting, including positions focused on enrollment, general management, and corporate leadership consulting.
Leland Sandler earned his bachelor’s degree in history in 1975 and later completed teaching credentials. Seven years later, he earned a master’s degree in education, followed by an MBA in 1988.
Sandler has served as a five-year board member of an international coaching association and is a trusted executive coaching resource within the San Diego biotech sector. He is also a longtime supporter of charitable organizations, making both financial contributions and volunteering. His pro bono work includes five years of support for a regional opera organization and extensive service to military officers and veterans.
Leland Sandler lives in a mountain town in Jefferson County, Colorado, near Denver. Outside of work, he enjoys cross-country skiing, hiking, photography, reading, and writing short stories.
