Julie Riga

Julie Riga is an ICF-ACC certified leadership coach, trainer, facilitator, and TEDx speaker whose career spans more than two decades in Fortune 500 pharmaceutical companies, with a focus on purpose-driven leadership development. Drawing from extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Riga guides executives globally in leadership coaching, executive readiness, and mindset transformation for both personal and professional growth.

Riga is recognized for her ability to integrate diverse resources and create high-functioning teams that deliver results efficiently. Her consulting work includes collaborations with companies such as Johnson & Johnson and Novartis, where she has contributed to executive leadership and organizational development.

As a public speaker, Riga connects with audiences across all levels. She trained with Briar Goldberg, a TEDx coach, at TED Headquarters in New York City. Her TEDx talk, titled "Discover Your Purpose and Stay on Course," reached more than 65,000 Novartis employees, highlighting her skill in delivering impactful messages to diverse audiences. Riga’s signature programs—"Before I Speak," "Before I Lead," "Before I Serve," and "Before I Jump"—support individuals and teams in preparing for significant professional transitions.

Riga is also a Diary Detox certified practitioner, focusing on purpose-led careers and mindset shifts in executive leadership. Her educational background includes business, communications, training, and executive coaching. Organizations such as Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, Lockheed Martin, the U.S. House of Representatives, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security have utilized her leadership coaching and readiness programs.

Riga is the host of the podcast "Stay on Course" and co-author of the book "Stay on Course: The Life and Legacy of Ennio Riga, Chef of the Stars." The "Stay on Course" podcast is a Top 50 Apple Podcasts Entrepreneurship show and ranks in the top 3 percent of podcasts globally, with more than 30,000 monthly downloads. Through her work as an author and podcast host, Riga addresses career fulfillment and purpose-driven leadership, encouraging professionals to pursue their passions and live authentically. Her platform encompasses keynote speaking, executive coaching, podcasting, and authorship, establishing Riga as a leading voice in leadership development, executive coaching, and organizational transformation.