Dané Johnson

Dané Johnson is a leadership coach who partners with senior leaders to develop the mindsets and behaviors that drive both effectiveness and fulfillment in their roles. With over 15 years of experience, she works with directors, VPs, and C-suite executives across healthcare, technology, manufacturing, and professional services to expand their leadership capacity and create meaningful impact within their organizations.

Dané specializes in helping leaders recognize new possibilities for growth and equipping them with the insight and tools to realize their potential. Her focus on self- and other-awareness, connection, and empathy enables her to create meaningful development experiences where leaders feel safe to explore honestly and vulnerably. This approach has led to breakthrough moments of growth for individuals and teams, resulting in greater leadership alignment, commitment, and effectiveness.

She holds a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential from the International Coaching Federation and earned her Executive MBA from Bradley University. She has completed formal training in the neuroscience of change, needs-based communication, and mindfulness practices. Before focusing on leadership development, she held senior roles in healthcare innovation and marketing.

Dané's coaching style is grounded in empathy and driven by honest conversation. Clients can expect a supportive environment that offers the openness and freedom to explore their leadership challenges and opportunities. She believes that sustainable leadership growth comes from helping people access the version of leadership that feels most authentic to them.

Based in Des Moines, Iowa, Dané is passionate about her own continuous growth and development, regularly engaging in learning opportunities and extensive reading. She enjoys life with her partner Matt and their French Bulldog, Tony.