Nicole Barbano

Consultant. Advisor. Author.

Looking for Hunter Ambrose International?

You're in the right place. Hunter Ambrose, founded by Nicole Barbano in 2006, is the parent company behind NicoleBarbano.com.

NicoleBarbano.com is now home to Nicole's founder-led advisory work: executive coaching, business consulting, and strategy for B2B sales, growth, marketing, engagement, and leadership.

Nicole leads every engagement personally. Clients get 20+ years of experience building a national firm and advising leaders at organizations ranging from startups to hospital systems.

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  • “Nicole brings clarity, insight, and a direct approach to her coaching. She challenged me to evaluate how I present myself professionally and offered constructive feedback that encouraged deeper reflection. The experience was both productive and thought-provoking.” — Melissa

  • “Nicole is first class when it comes to career guidance and mentorship. She gave me the tools and advice I needed to feel confident as I prepared to transition from military service into the private sector.” — Oliver

  • “Nicole is a terrific executive coach. Her guidance is candid and fair, and she understands career transition. Her advice strengthened my résumé, LinkedIn profile, website, interview preparation, and approach to presenting my accomplishments.” — Merlyn

  • “Nicole listens to my ambitious goals and responds not with what I want to hear, but what I need to hear. She brought a more grounded and focused perspective to my career search and remained consistently engaged throughout the process.” — Alex

  • “Nicole’s brilliant approach to diverse thinking and professional coaching is second to none.” — Carrie

  • “Nicole took the time to understand my leadership experience and background. She was responsive, well-prepared, and offered thoughtful insights throughout the process. Her communication was consistent, transparent, and respectful of my time, and I appreciated her sincerity and coaching through every stage.” — Shawn

  • "I was stuck in my job search. Over 300 applications, finalist interviews and no offers. Working with Nicole, I had two offers in 45 days. One was for 50% more than I was previously earning." Victor

In a fast-moving business world, growth starts with the right conversation, one that brings clarity, solves the real problem and shows what's possible.

Nicole advises executives, founders and organizations through high-stakes decisions, growth and change.

Her work spans executive coaching, business consulting, and strategy for B2B sales, marketing, growth, engagement and leadership.

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