Nancy Capistran
CEO, Executive Leadership Coach, C-Suite Crisis Advisor, Vistage Chair, Board Director, Non-Executive Director,
and Internationally Published Author
Nancy J. Capistran is a distinguished executive with extensive expertise in Strategy, Governance, and Risk/Compliance. Nancy empowers high-performing leaders to transcend limitations and achieve extraordinary results, inspiring confidence and resilience through her positive outlook and unwavering spirit. Her entrepreneurial mindset and multifaceted perspective, coupled with deep wisdom gleaned from adversity and honed emotional intelligence, enable her to provide stress-smart, agile guidance. Nancy's real-world solutions equip clients to make value-based decisions and navigate complex challenges effectively. Her steadfast commitment to driving business transformation through innovative strategies, robust governance, and operational excellence has earned her the moniker "9-1-1 for Executives," making her an invaluable asset to Executives and Boards seeking to enhance leadership capabilities and organizational resilience.
The overarching theme throughout Nancy’s career has been her leadership aptitude. She has demonstrated an innate ability for Expanding Human Excellence® among CEOs and Executive Committees across diverse industry verticals and business sectors.
As Co-Founder of Crisis Interception, Nancy leads decisive change during extreme adversity, providing critical support to Boards and C-suite executives. She equips leaders with mental resilience and strategic agility for informed decision-making in volatile environments. Nancy excels in stakeholder management, crafting communication strategies to maintain confidence and safeguard brand equity. Her expertise in risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and business continuity ensures operational resilience, making her expertise particularly valuable to boards in fulfilling their fiduciary duties and maintaining effective corporate governance in challenging times.
As CEO of Capistran Leadership, she spearheads executive coaching programs tailored for growth-oriented C-Suite leaders, bridging the gap between their current position and future aspirations. Her deep background in operations allows for a clearer understanding of how to most effectively right size the goals and strategies for the organization, and business operations. Her intellectual curiosity and blend of micro/macro thinking enhances decision-making, precision, and addresses blind spots in critical areas.
Nancy holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Northeastern University, a Master Certification in Project Management from George Washington University, an International Board Director Competency Designation (IBDC.D) through M.A. Pfister Strategy Group, she is an accredited Professional Certified Coach (PCC) through the International Coaching Federation (ICF). She is also a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) through the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC). Nancy is a graduate of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) Citizens Academy, and an active member of the Alumni Association. Previously she was a Certified Corporate Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) – Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE), and a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) through the Project Management Institute (PMI).
Nancy has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The Boston Globe, Banker & Tradesman, American Business Magazine, Edge Magazine, Authority Magazine, ThriveGlobal, Boston Common Magazine, and many other news and business outlets. She has also been highlighted on a variety of live talk radio shows. In addition to her being a sought-after inspirational speaker, Nancy has been humbled by the many awards that she has received over the years.
Most recent awards include but are not limited to:
Alumni Spotlight:
Top 100 Entrepreneurs in 2022
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Reader Ranking Awards:
The Best in Executive Coaching
The Best in Crisis Management
The Best in Business Development Coaching
USA500 Clubs:
Greatest Professional Accomplishment
Most Inspirational Member
Nancy is a proficient Board Director, Board Advisor, and CEO with experience across multiple industry verticals. With her deep expertise, she is ideally suited for the Strategic Planning Committee, Governance Committee, Risk Committee, and Ethics Committee. Nancy’s experience as a renowned Executive Coach and Crisis Advisor, having guided hundreds of CEOs, Board Committees, and Board Members across private, public, nonprofit, and private equity (PE) verticals, additionally offers up unique and informed viewpoints to the companies she serves. Mark A. Pfister, the CEO of the International Board Director Competency Designation (IBDC.D), has said, “Nancy's deep expertise and experience is coveted among modern, highly effective Boards. Her unique combination of leadership acumen and operational awareness make her an exceptional Independent Director.”
Nancy serves as a Vistage Worldwide Peer Advisory Group Chair for CEOs. Her extensive experience and acumen in leadership, coaching, mentoring, and facilitation ensures a confidential, enriching experience that consistently delivers substantial return on investment for the executive leaders, and their organizations.
She is the creator of the 'Capistran Personalized Competency Calculator' (CPCC), a strategic tool for evaluating executive leadership and Board members. It provides critical insights into leadership styles, stress responses, and change management aptitude. This comprehensive analysis enhances decision-making, improves governance, and fosters adaptability, ultimately contributing to long-term organizational success in dynamic business environments.
Her award-winning, internationally acclaimed book, 'Open Your Eyes and LEAD,' offers valuable insights on maintaining balance, navigating adversity, and achieving leadership excellence. Nancy's influence has shaped and inspired leaders across multiple generations.
Powering Performance to Accelerate Your Results
Strengthening Leadership, Smarter Choices, and Better Outcomes.