About Bobbie Goheen

“I am lucky to work with exceptional leaders to co-create, explore, and define new pathways of success. This symbiotic relationship to “be of service to others” and “continual growth” is fundamental to any success I have had. This world requires leaders to have full use of their “wing-span.”

“When leaders soar so, does everything around them.” Bobbie Goheen

Executive Coach for Modern Leaders | The Whisper Behind the Roar

Where insight becomes impact. Leadership, distilled.

I’m Bobbie Goheen, and I’ve had the privilege of working with thousands of leaders across industries and continents—helping them rise, build high-performing teams, and lead with clarity in a complex world.
As founder and CEO of Synthesis Management Group, I’ve spent 25+ years guiding executives and leadership teams across EMEA, The Americas, and APAC through growth, transformation, and strategic execution. I’ve also designed and led global leadership training programs that elevate great managers into amazing leaders—bringing real-world clarity, confidence, and momentum to individuals and teams.

In 2020, I launched Synthesis Leader, Inc. to expand that reach—offering online tools and programs for self-motivated managers and leaders who want to accelerate their careers, elevate their teams, and lead with intention.

I’m often described as The Whisper Behind the Roar—the quiet but catalytic force trusted by CEOs, founders, and senior leaders. Whether I’m coaching one-on-one, facilitating team breakthroughs, or designing a leadership journey, I bring clarity to complexity and structure to scaling.

Through coaching and courses, I’ve helped over 10,000 professionals—from high-growth startups to multi-billion-dollar companies—become confident contributors, courageous leaders, and culture builders.

I also lead high-performing CEO roundtables for businesses ranging from $3M to $357M. These peer groups offer insight, accountability, and consistent growth for leaders building thriving organizations.

In addition, I served as an Executive Coach for the Simon Business School (University of Rochester) and the EMBA Program at RIT, where I support rising leaders committed to meaningful impact.

Earlier in my career, I helped launch the Corporate University for a Fortune 100 company and led enterprise-wide initiatives in learning, communication, and change.

At the heart of it all: I help modern leaders rise—and bring their teams with them.

Areas of Expertise

Working with organizations to create better operations and momentum internally and externally
Executive coaching
Leadership development
Vision and growth strategy
Culture and values development
Organizational change and effectiveness through inclusion of key people at all levels inside and outside the organization
Innovation and creativity
Board effectiveness
Executive team building and facilitation of key planning retreats and meetings

Certifications and Program Proficiency

Bobbie has extensive training in a multitude of practices and programs throughout her career. She utilizes all of her background, education, and training to help her clients grow and develop themselves and their business. Below is a sampling of some of the training:

Birkman Certification
Leadership at the Peak – Center for Creative Leadership
Wharton/Horizon MBA
Emotional Intelligence
Marketing and Strategy – Harvard Programs
Myers Briggs Certification
DISC Certification
The Work by Byron Katie

Additional Background

Bobbie led the training industry by implementing The Corporate University, one of the first in-house corporate universities for a Fortune 100 company. She served as an Executive Coach for the Simon Business School at the University of Rochester, focusing on individual leadership development for future leaders and change agents who desired maximum, positive, and world impact. Bobbie was also involved with the Executive Leadership Development aspect of the EMBA program at Rochester Institute of Technology. Twelve years and over 50 world-class programs later (17 of which are now college certified), Bobbie continues to lead through performance consulting, executive coaching, and facilitating large-scale learning events.

Public Engagements

Bobbie hosts workshops, coaches and facilitates CEO roundtables. She is available to speak on topics including leadership development, personal growth and development, women in business, and leading teams through change. She has spoken and given lectures at organizations such as the University of Rochester, Cornell University, Rochester Women’s Network, Rochester Rotary, Rochester Institute of Technology, NextCorps (formerly High Tech Rochester), and Women in Technology.