WHAT WE DO
Forge transitions into transformation
At Black Label Coaching, our approach centers on four key principles: observe, integrate, tailor, and dedicate. We begin by observing your organization’s dynamics and challenges, gaining insights to inform our strategy. We then integrate proven methodologies, tailoring our coaching to meet your unique needs. Finally, we dedicate ourselves to your success, offering ongoing support and accountability to foster lasting transformation and empower your organization to thrive.
More Than Coaching, More Than Consulting.
We don’t stop at individual leadership development. We believe that real opportunity lies within the organization itself. By aligning leadership with organizational culture, we unlock growth across the board.
Your Ally and Confidante.
We are more than advisors. We’re the ally, sounding board, and confidante who understands the complexities of leadership and organizational dynamics. We know how to navigate these challenges and help you find the highest ground—both for yourself and your company.
We Get You.
We don’t just offer advice; we push you, support you, and empower you to do your best work—as a leader, and as an organization. Through candid dialogue and real-world strategies, we help you go beyond your limits and achieve results that matter.
Transforming Critical Moments.
Typical coaching is limited to working with single leaders or offering broad organizational diagnoses. Our approach is different. We provide a steady, comprehensive hand that turns critical inflection points into moments of profound growth for both the individual and the organization.
What We Offer
Harness our expertise to navigate critical change moments, turning every transition into a launchpad for leadership and organizational growth.
List of Services We Offer
Elite Executive Coaching
CEO Coaching
Entrepreneur Coaching
C-Suite Coaching
Coaching for Private Equity Teams
Crisis Management Coaching
Coaching for Mergers & Acquisitions
Mergers & Acquisitions Executive Transition
Cultural Due Diligence Assessments
Speaking
ABOUT THE FOUNDER
Kristin Darga, the visionary force behind Black Label Coaching, is redefining executive coaching for high-stakes leaders navigating transitions and transformations. As a sought-after keynote speaker, award-winning author, and expert in executive performance and crisis management, Kristin has guided CEOs and executive teams through pivotal growth and change at every stage of their journey.
A specialist in M&A executive coaching, Kristin is instrumental in ensuring culture alignment during due diligence and post-acquisition integration. Her expertise helps CEOs and leadership teams assess fit, minimize disruption, and drive successful mergers with precision and confidence.
Kristin is also the founder and author of Impact Founder: Inspirational Stories of Entrepreneurs Who Risk Everything for What They Believe In, where she shares powerful stories of founders’ resilience and the entrepreneurial journey. Her thought leadership extends to co-authoring the white paper Depression Among Entrepreneurs: A Scoping Review, which explores the mental health challenges faced by founders and business leaders. This work has sparked critical conversations around the intersection of mental health and leadership, influencing how executives and entrepreneurs approach well-being in high-pressure roles.
With a rich background as a six-time founder, Kristin brings first-hand entrepreneurial experience to her clients, combining her roles as a management consultant, journalist, and marketing expert to offer unparalleled insight. She has supported over 500 CEOs from diverse sectors—spanning A-list actors, SaaS founders, Microsoft Dynamics executives, and global leaders at Visa. Her clients range from health food companies to brick-and-mortar businesses, musician entrepreneurs, and visionary leaders committed to shaping the future.
A recognized trailblazer in Mental Health and Entrepreneurship, Kristin’s work is deeply informed by her studies with top health experts, including Dr. Deepak Chopra, Dr. Andrew Weil, Dr. David Katz, and Dr. Walter Willett. Along with her Landmark Worldwide training and CCAR Peer Addiction Recovery certification, Kristin’s approach uniquely blends personal growth with high-performance leadership.
Through Black Label Coaching, she empowers bold leaders to navigate rapid growth, crisis, or acquisition, turning transition into transformation while embedding the principles of integrity, culture, and strategic leadership at every step.
“By understanding complex situations, challenging preconceptions, and reinforcing positive action, she creates positive change. Her work is inspiring. Rather than bury interpersonal challenges in the workplace, she develops strong teams who trust and hold each other accountable which is missing in many corporate environments. I often reflect on the ideas we have discussed long after and I can honestly say she has benefited my personal and professional lives in a lasting way. I highly recommend Kristin to any individual or organization who wants to elevate their culture and teams and achieve lasting results.”
-Melizza Etienne
“Kristin’s leadership and coaching style is based in connection and self-exploration. I have been lucky enough to have my coach helping me on my leadership journey. I have also witnessed teams coaching to connect and work better together to reach common goals with guidance and support. I highly recommend her coaching to any leader who is ready for growth. It’s crucial for executives, founders, and entrepreneurs to show up as their best selves and exceed their personal and professional goals.”
-Holly Grogan
Say What’s Unsaid. See What’s Unseen.
We go beyond surface-level strategies. By tackling what’s often left unspoken, we build trust that shifts perspectives and sparks lasting, meaningful change—from you as a leader to your entire team.
Beyond Typical Coaching.
Most coaching stops at the individual or relies on broad organizational assessments. We offer a hands-on, comprehensive approach, turning critical moments into springboards for powerful growth—both for you as a leader and for your organization.
Change Starts at the Top.
Organizations evolve when leaders do. Do you know where your head is truly at? We help you gain the clarity and insight needed to stay ahead, ensuring you’re equipped to lead with confidence through any growth or challenge.
Guiding You Through Critical Change.
We specialize in navigating pivotal transitions. Whether you’re facing challenges or looking to accelerate growth, we turn inflection points into opportunities for transformation. We don’t just help you keep up; we help you lead the way.
How We Are Different
What happens when your organization grows or stumbles beyond your reach? Bold decisions create new opportunities, but they also bring a unique set of risks.
We ensure your leadership, perspective, and organization evolve to meet the demands of where your hard work has taken you.
“Kristin successfully coached the executive team during a critical time for the company. The company had grown significantly over the last years, which came with the usual growing pains of young companies. She worked with the executives and VP leaders individually and played a vital role in developing a high-performance executive team. She understands very well what people and companies need at certain moments, which can include challenging assumptions, questioning oversimplified solutions, playing devil’s advocate, supporting difficult but necessary discussions, and finding creative solutions. I enjoyed working with Kristin and highly recommend her. If you want to develop a high-performing and successful team, she is the right person.”
-Michael Hofer
“There are a lot of people out there who call themselves “Executive Coach.” My experience with them has varied. Many find a way to make the “coaching experience” about themselves. Kristin Darga is, quite simply, the best Executive Coach that I have ever worked with. She is thoughtful and structured. She listens well and evolves your sessions in very targeted ways that benefit YOU. She embraces when it’s needed, and she is tough when it’s required. A Coach, when Coaching, isn’t a friend…they serve a critical purpose. They are there to challenge, stimulate thought, provide additional resources (reading, podcasts…etc.), embrace, encourage, and ultimately… help you become the best Executive that you can be. No one is a finished product. Each of us changes throughout our careers. Kristin is unique in her ability to adapt on-the-fly and personalize her approach to her subject. I have several words of wisdom and even a few concepts written on my whiteboard that Kristin has shared over the years. They stay with me and continue to impact me. That’s powerful. That’s Kristin Darga. With the highest amount of confidence, I can recommend Kristin to anyone looking to build a relationship with a truly gifted Executive Coach. I know that I’m better off having known and worked with Kristin!”
-Kevin Armstrong
