About Me
Dr. Sylvia Bartley
Your Journey to a Fulfilling Life
My life’s work has been rooted in one guiding belief that leadership should serve a greater good.
About Me
My Mission is to Empower Your Life
My Mission is to Empower Your Life
Transform your life and achieve your goals with professional and personalized support.
Step Into the Leader You’re Meant to Be
Coaching designed to help you lead with clarity, emotional strength, and lasting impact.
Awards & Recognition
I’m humbled and honored to have my work recognized by organizations committed to purpose, equity, and social impact. These acknowledgments reflect the collective efforts of the communities, colleagues, and changemakers I’ve had the privilege to work alongside.
Selected Honors include:
- Top 100 Most Influential & Powerful Black Britons (2019–2025)
- PwC Purpose Award – The Powerlist – 2023
- Medtronic HR Stewardship Award (2021)
- AALF Community Impact Award (2020)
- Minneapolis and St. Paul Business Journal – Women in Business Award (2017)
- Minneapolis and St. Paul Business Journal – Diversity in Business Award (2013)
- Bush Fellowship (2014)
- AARP/Pollen 50 Over 50 Honoree (2013)
Community Leadership
My lifelong commitment to community is rooted in the belief that meaningful change happens when people come together with clarity, compassion, and courage.
I draw from my background in neuroscience and executive leadership to engage communities through:
- Thought-provoking presentations on transformational leadership
- Conversations at the intersection of emotional well-being and spirituality
- Mentorship for students, corporate middle managers, and senior leaders
I’ve also worked to bridge corporations and communities—helping drive shared impact through initiatives focused on:
- Economic development
- Advancing health equity
- Expanding access to education
Whether through advocacy, storytelling, broadcasting, or behind-the-scenes collaboration, I remain deeply committed to advancing lasting, purpose-driven change.
Board Service
It’s been a privilege to serve on boards that are mission-driven, equity-focused, and committed to community transformation. My roles have included Founding Chair, Secretary, Vice Chair, and Regent, helping guide strategy, governance, operations and impact.
Current & Past Board Appointments:
- Vice Chair, Johnson STEM Activity Center (2019–present)
- External Advisory Board Member, Georgia Tech & Emory Wallace H. Coulter Dept. of Biomedical Engineering (2021–present)
- Board of Regents, Augsburg University (2019–2023; reappointed 2024–present)
- Co-Chair, African American Leadership Forum – Twin Cities (2015–2023)
Leading with Purpose, Grounded in Science, Driven by Equity
As an executive coach and strategist, my goal is to help you understand your strengths, clarify your direction, and create a path to lead with confidence, purpose, and lasting impact.
I’m Dr. Sylvia Bartley, a neuroscientist, executive coach, and equity advocate committed to helping people lead with clarity, purpose, and authenticity. With over 30 years of experience across healthcare, education, philanthropy, and strategy, I’ve led global initiatives, advised top leaders, and worked to dismantle systemic barriers in underserved communities. I serve as Chief of Staff for Strategy and Transformation at Morehouse School of Medicine, where I help shape institutional change rooted in equity and innovation. As a certified executive coach, I partner with emerging and established leaders to deepen self-awareness, strengthen leadership capacity, and navigate complexity with confidence. My work integrates neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and strategic insight to support growth at every level. I’m also the author of Turning the Tide, a book that blends science and spirituality to explore emotional well-being and resilience. Whether I’m coaching one-on-one, speaking on stage, or serving in the community, my purpose remains the same: to help people grow into who they are and create a world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
