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Cynthia Barnes

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Cynthia Barnes

Founder & Executive Neuroleadership Coach

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Fee Range - $10,000-15,000
Region - North America

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Cynthia Barnes

Biography

Cynthia Barnes is a distinguished executive coach and transformational strategist who empowers elite women leaders—particularly visionary Black women navigating complex corporate landscapes—to shatter performance addiction patterns and ignite magnetic executive authority. As creator of the revolutionary Thank You; It’s True™ methodology, Cynthia delivers platinum-tier neural mastery that helps high-achieving women eliminate brilliance-dimming cycles, own their excellence unapologetically, and command every boardroom with serene confidence.

Drawing from over 15 years of multimillion-dollar revenue leadership and her own profound personal transformation, Cynthia’s influence transcends traditional coaching boundaries. A four-time Salesforce Top Sales Influencer and LinkedIn Top Voice, her insights have shaped industry conversations and inspired tens of thousands globally.

Featured across over 250 prestigious media outlets, her thought leadership commands recognition from Fortune 500 boardrooms to international stages.

A sought-after TEDx speaker and bestselling author, Cynthia partners with global organizations to deliver transformational experiences that catalyze C-suite ascension and unlock vivid and magnetic leadership presence. Her embodiment of poised luxury—compelling, refined, and unforgettable—invites powerful women to claim their brilliance and step into their destined authority.

For visionary leaders ready to embrace unapologetic excellence and command their worth, Cynthia Barnes serves as the definitive catalyst for magnetic executive transformation.

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