Women To Watch 2025 honoree DeLesa Swanigan

DeLesa Swanigan, CEO of SKYLIM Leadership Solutions, is an award-winning Executive Coach and a leadership development/culture strategist. Recognized as one of the 2024 Women to Watch by Black Leaders Worldwide, DeLesa brings over 25 years of leadership and executive level experience in California State government and the nonprofit sector. Her extensive background before co-founding SKYLIM Leadership Solutions gives her a unique perspective on what it takes to develop bold, visionary leaders who inspire, influence, and drive transformation.

DeLesa is passionate about partnering with executives and leadership teams to unlock their potential, elevate their leadership impact, and help them achieve outstanding results. Her approach centers on cultivating high-performing cultures where leadership transcends titles and becomes a powerful tool for transforming both individuals and organizations. Her passion for coaching and leadership development is rooted in her deep belief that when leaders grow, their organizations thrive.

DeLesa’s coaching credentials include Professional Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation, Certified Executive Coach through the Certified Coaches Alliance, Certified Emotional Intelligence Coach through Symbiosis Coaching USA, and Gallup Certified Strengths Coach.

Her academic credentials include a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Behavior from the University of San Francisco and a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from National University.

DeLesa was recognized by Influence Digest as one of the “Top 15 Coaches” in Sacramento, California in 2023 and 2024.

Her motto, “Empowering leaders to lead with purpose, transform with vision, and leave a legacy of excellence,” embodies her commitment to shaping leaders who make a lasting impact.