Leadership

Erica Rossi, Founder & CEO

spear consulting

Erica brings more than 20 years of experience in developing organizations in government, private business, and non-profits. As a consultant, Erica specializes in strategy development & implementation; team development; and communications/change management. Most of her experience has been in support of large-scale transformation and modernization efforts within the federal government (military and civilian agencies) and mid-size ($15M) to large ($500M) businesses.

As a coach, Erica is passionate about holding the space for others while they navigate what is and what is possible. This means creating a safe space for leaders to dig deep, challenging them to take a courageous look at what is holding them back, and developing a plan to take the necessary next steps for greater confidence and achievement. Erica brings positive energy and a deep understanding of human and team dynamics.

Originally from New Jersey, Erica now lives in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia with her husband and basset hound.

Education

  • JD, Antonin Scalia Law School, George Mason University
  • MPA, American University
  • BA, Political Science, University of Maryland College Park

Certifications

  • Executive Certificate in Leadership Coaching, Georgetown University
  • Certified Leadership Circle Profile Practitioner
  • Myers Briggs Type Indicator Assessment Certified Practitioner of Step I and II, The
  • Myers-Briggs Company
  • FIRO Certified Practitioner, The Myers-Briggs Company
  • Strong Interest Inventory Certified Practitioner, The Myers-Briggs Company
  • Authorized Partner of Everything DiSC & Everything DiSC Certified Practitioner, Wiley
  • Authorized Partner of Five Behaviors, Wiley
  • Certified Change Practitioner, PROSCI
  • Project Management Professional, Project Management Institute
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SPEAR Consulting struck the perfect balance of allowing our company’s senior leadership to creatively brainstorm a new direction and strategy while maintaining firm control over animated and heated discussions. A+. – U.S.-based Commercial Client (strategic planning)

Another solid session by Erica and the team! The content was on point and meaningful. The exercises were really good and brought the content to a practical level. Really great two days – definitely worth the time - and to go through this as a team! Thanks so much - well done! – U.S.-based Commercial Client (team strengthening)

You were so great at facilitating that we constantly maintained participation between 10-13 people weekly for the 2-hour span. Great job in holding the attention of technical gurus, managers, and process owners and driving them to one solid mapping solution. – U.S. Federal Agency Client (implementation road-mapping)

This was excellent! I really came to understand the different personality types (Myers Briggs Type Indicator) and how each personality and myself think. It reminded me that we do have to accommodate and remember that we all think in different way. Thank you for the great sessions! – U.S.-based Commercial Client (team strengthening)