About Nancy Capistran
Nancy is a CEO, Executive Leadership Coach, C-Suite Crisis Advisor, Vistage Chair, Board Director, Non-Executive Director, and Internationally Published Author
As CEO of Capistran Leadership, she empowers high-performing leaders to overcome challenges and achieve exceptional results.
Known as "9-1-1 for Executives," Nancy provides strategic guidance, enhances decision-making, and fosters resilience in complex situations.
Her expertise in governance, risk management, and leadership development makes her invaluable to Boards and C-suite executives seeking to drive organizational excellence and navigate adversity.
With her leadership book, ‘Open Your Eyes and LEAD; Hardship and Wisdom Shape the Best Leaders in Life’, she is also a best-selling, internationally published author.
Nancy is a highly regarded Vistage Peer Advisory Group Chair in Greater Boston.
Our Values
Integrity
We believe in the personal quality of fairness. We do the right thing for the right reason, regardless of the situation.
Respect
We create successful working relationships by developing mutual respect and open dialog.
Learning
We are dedicated to striving for excellence, continuous learning, and expanding our wisdom, and the minds of our clients.
Innovation
Our process guides leaders to focus on creating effective, innovative solutions.
Value
We have a “can-do” attitude and demonstrate high-value; measured by our clients’ results.
Transparency
We have an open and honest style which creates a solid foundation of trust.
Frequently Asked Questions
Curious about how I help CEOs, boards, and executive teams thrive? These FAQs cover what I do, who I work with, my unique approach, credentials, and how we can partner for real results. If you don’t see your question here, just ask—I’m always happy to connect.
The Impact
Clients Experience
Strategic insight, clarity, and actionable guidance that turn complex challenges into lasting results.
"Nancy is a consummate professional and a wonderful person. She always strives to improve the lives of those around her. She is a giver in every sense of the word. She is organized an excellent communicator, and a great listener. I recommend her easily with all the confidence in the world."
"Nancy had great depth and experience. What struck me the most, was her willingness to thoughtfully and purposefully give of herself to others. I have sought Nancy's counsel on a number of topics. In every instance, she has been responsive, knowledgeable, effective, empathetic, and kind. That's a rare combination for which I am thankful."
"Nancy made an immediate impact. She was authentic, interpreted the situation and my needs quickly and accurately, and provided valuable insight, perspective, and guidance."
"Nancy is intuitive, an excellent listener, and gently guides you to a place of strength and equilibrium. I am eternally grateful for her insight, talent, and ability to hone in on the crux of an issue. She is my 'go-to' coach and cheerleader and I guarantee that your life will be better with Nancy in your corner."
"I wholeheartedly recommend Nancy for any company managing internal issues, experiencing growing pains, or simply looking for another perspective in order to move their company to the next level."
"I can honestly say that I have grown tremendously this past year in my role because of the work we have done together. You will get much more than a coach with Nancy — you will gain a lifetime colleague."
"Our work together has been transformative. She provided me with excellent resources and is an exceptionally trusted advisor."
Nancy is an exceptional leader and advisor who helps CEOs, boards, and teams collaborate effectively, remove blind spots, and build strong, future-ready cultures.
Nancy’s thought leadership always offers clear, actionable insights that shift perspectives and spark meaningful impact.
Nancy guided my transition to the executive suite with clarity and confidence. A true master of messaging and leadership.
Nancy’s coaching combines insightful questioning, strong accountability, and unwavering support—helping me lead with confidence and focus.
Nancy brings clarity, context, and perspective. Thanks to her leadership and curation of peers, I’ve grown as a leader, manager, and family man.
Nancy listens intently, offers grounded insight, and brings unique crisis leadership experience that makes her an exceptional coach.
With empathy and strategy, Nancy helped me navigate difficult business challenges and align my career to my true passions. She’s my go-to coach.
Nancy quickly discerned my needs and delivered insightful, actionable guidance that created immediate results.
Nancy deeply understands human dynamics, helping me grow as a leader and avoid costly missteps. Her guidance is invaluable.
Nancy has been instrumental as a mentor and advisor—steadying our fast-growing firm and helping us make smarter, stronger decisions.
Nancy’s leadership talk left a lasting impression. She inspired ways to strengthen leadership at work, at home, and in life.
Nancy engaged and inspired our Women’s Empowerment luncheon with practical takeaways and authentic lessons in leadership.
Nancy’s executive coaching was transformative, blending straight talk, innovative insights, and practical tools to sharpen my leadership.
Nancy is empathetic, insightful, and generous with her knowledge. Every conversation leaves me better equipped to lead.
Nancy blends business acumen with human understanding, making her a trusted advisor for leaders navigating growth or crisis.
In under an hour, Nancy helped me reframe my career path with clarity and courage. Her perspective changed my trajectory.
Nancy is a beacon of calm and clarity, guiding entrepreneurs through growth and high-stakes challenges with care and wisdom.
Working with Nancy challenged and pushed me to grow both personally and professionally. She’s a coach and a lifelong colleague.
Nancy transformed communication and accountability in my family-owned businesses, making us both more effective and profitable.
Nancy’s knowledge, perspective, and professionalism have strengthened my leadership and supported my business growth.
The Impact
Clients Experience
Strategic insight, clarity, and actionable guidance that turn complex challenges into lasting results.
"Nancy is a consummate professional and a wonderful person. She always strives to improve the lives of those around her. She is a giver in every sense of the word. She is organized an excellent communicator, and a great listener. I recommend her easily with all the confidence in the world."
"Nancy had great depth and experience. What struck me the most, was her willingness to thoughtfully and purposefully give of herself to others. I have sought Nancy's counsel on a number of topics. In every instance, she has been responsive, knowledgeable, effective, empathetic, and kind. That's a rare combination for which I am thankful."
"Nancy made an immediate impact. She was authentic, interpreted the situation and my needs quickly and accurately, and provided valuable insight, perspective, and guidance."
"Nancy is intuitive, an excellent listener, and gently guides you to a place of strength and equilibrium. I am eternally grateful for her insight, talent, and ability to hone in on the crux of an issue. She is my 'go-to' coach and cheerleader and I guarantee that your life will be better with Nancy in your corner."
"I wholeheartedly recommend Nancy for any company managing internal issues, experiencing growing pains, or simply looking for another perspective in order to move their company to the next level."
"I can honestly say that I have grown tremendously this past year in my role because of the work we have done together. You will get much more than a coach with Nancy — you will gain a lifetime colleague."
"Our work together has been transformative. She provided me with excellent resources and is an exceptionally trusted advisor."
Nancy is an exceptional leader and advisor who helps CEOs, boards, and teams collaborate effectively, remove blind spots, and build strong, future-ready cultures.
Nancy’s thought leadership always offers clear, actionable insights that shift perspectives and spark meaningful impact.
Nancy guided my transition to the executive suite with clarity and confidence. A true master of messaging and leadership.
Nancy’s coaching combines insightful questioning, strong accountability, and unwavering support—helping me lead with confidence and focus.
Nancy brings clarity, context, and perspective. Thanks to her leadership and curation of peers, I’ve grown as a leader, manager, and family man.
Nancy listens intently, offers grounded insight, and brings unique crisis leadership experience that makes her an exceptional coach.
With empathy and strategy, Nancy helped me navigate difficult business challenges and align my career to my true passions. She’s my go-to coach.
Nancy quickly discerned my needs and delivered insightful, actionable guidance that created immediate results.
Nancy deeply understands human dynamics, helping me grow as a leader and avoid costly missteps. Her guidance is invaluable.
Nancy has been instrumental as a mentor and advisor—steadying our fast-growing firm and helping us make smarter, stronger decisions.
Nancy’s leadership talk left a lasting impression. She inspired ways to strengthen leadership at work, at home, and in life.
Nancy engaged and inspired our Women’s Empowerment luncheon with practical takeaways and authentic lessons in leadership.
Nancy’s executive coaching was transformative, blending straight talk, innovative insights, and practical tools to sharpen my leadership.
Nancy is empathetic, insightful, and generous with her knowledge. Every conversation leaves me better equipped to lead.
Nancy blends business acumen with human understanding, making her a trusted advisor for leaders navigating growth or crisis.
In under an hour, Nancy helped me reframe my career path with clarity and courage. Her perspective changed my trajectory.
Nancy is a beacon of calm and clarity, guiding entrepreneurs through growth and high-stakes challenges with care and wisdom.
Working with Nancy challenged and pushed me to grow both personally and professionally. She’s a coach and a lifelong colleague.
Nancy transformed communication and accountability in my family-owned businesses, making us both more effective and profitable.
Nancy’s knowledge, perspective, and professionalism have strengthened my leadership and supported my business growth.
Accelerating Results through
Smarter Leadership, Clear Decisions, and Better Outcomes.