
Coaching for the Work You’re Meant to Do.
Meet Nicole Barbano – She has coached high-earning professionals, founders, and executives for over a decade. Her direct, results-driven coaching style helps clients stop spinning and start moving.
Nicole Barbano Coaching is a dedicated arm of Hunter Ambrose International LLC, built for founders, executives, and ambitious professionals navigating change.
When the stakes are high and the next move matters, Nicole is the coach leaders call. With nearly 20 years in executive search and strategy, she brings clarity, accountability, and a results-driven approach grounded in Stoic principles and sharp execution.
This isn’t coaching for comfort. It’s coaching built for bold moves, smart decisions, and momentum that sticks. If you’re ready to challenge old patterns and lead with purpose, you’re in the right place.
Nicole Barbano- Founder of Hunter Amborse Int.
Welcome to Nicole Barbano- Executive and Corporate Coaching
RN Leader Ascent Masterclass
Limited to 10 RN Leaders | 5 Sessions for $695
A high-impact leadership series for CNOs, Directors, and Nurse Managers ready to elevate their career, refine their leadership voice, and create a clear path forward—whether that means advancement, a strategic pivot, or building a portfolio career.
Masterclass begins Tuesday, July 8th at 12:00 PM CST
Includes four 90-minute live sessions held weekly throughout July, plus a private 1:1 strategy session with Nicole Barbano to define your goals and direction.
Gain clarity, community, and actionable tools for your next leadership chapter.
Register soon! Only a few seats remain.
Digital Downloads
We’re building a growing library of digital downloads —created for professionals who want to make clear, confident moves in their career or business. Whether you're managing a project, building a client base, growing your team, or navigating a competitive job market, these tools are designed to help you take action on your terms.
Now through July 1st, all downloads are completely free.
Have an idea for a resource you’d love to see? We’re listening.
Let’s Talk About Executive Coaching. What is it?
Executive coaching is a strategic, results-focused partnership designed to help leaders gain clarity, increase effectiveness, and move forward with purpose. Whether someone is looking for a new leadership position, starting a company, or wanting to advance in their current position.
It’s about identifying what’s needed, setting a clear path forward, and executing with confidence. Nicole combines her real-world experience with insight from a trusted network of senior leaders to offer guidance that’s practical, sharp, and tailored to the individual.

Client Comments.

Executive coaching isn’t life coaching—
It’s strategic support for professionals navigating leadership, pressure, performance goals, and people dynamics. Whether you're leading a company, managing a team, building a side hustle, or mapping out a creative 2.0 retirement plan, coaching with Nicole brings structure, clarity, and momentum.
Her style is direct, grounded in real-world strategy, and focused on results—not fluff. It’s about thinking sharper, acting with purpose, and building what’s next with confidence.
Executive / Career Coaching
Best for senior leaders, executives, and founders managing complexity
Make high-stakes decisions with clarity and confidence
Strengthen trust, executive presence, and influence
Lead through growth, crisis, or organizational change
Spot blind spots—and turn them into strategic advantages
Those seeking a career pivot, advancement, or a new opportunity
Performance Coaching
Ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, and founders building momentum under pressure
Boost focus, energy, and output
Communicate clearly and with authority
Stay resilient in high-pressure environments
Make bold moves—whether you’re pitching a new idea or planning your next chapter
Corporate Coaching
Designed for companies investing in leadership development and team alignment
Strengthen collaboration and executive communication
Support succession planning and internal growth
Align leadership with company strategy and vision
Improve culture through accountability and coaching that drives results
