ABOUT US

Cultivating Confident Leaders & Passionate Teams

Executive Coaching and Talent Acquisition Services
for Nonprofits and Government Organizations

LaTresse Snead is a dynamic leader and transformative changemaker with over 25 years of expertise in developing organizational strategy, driving programmatic impact, cultivating high-performing teams, and attracting top talent for mission-driven organizations.
As a Certified Executive Coach, BoardSource Certified Consultant, Birkman Certified Professional, and member of the International Coaching Federation, LaTresse specializes in helping nonprofit executives and teams unlock their full potential. Her coaching philosophy is grounded in truth, growth, and real-world nonprofit leadership experience and empowers leaders to navigate complexity, foster inclusivity, and cultivate high-performing teams in today’s fast-evolving workplace. LaTresse’s approach is both strategic and deeply personal, helping executives focus on how they think, how they make decisions, how they communicate, and how they build trust, while also examining the internal patterns, beliefs, and habits that shape each individual’s leadership style. Using tools like Birkman and proven coaching frameworks, LaTresse helps translate insight into action.
As the founder and CEO of Bonsai Leadership Group LLC, LaTresse has built a firm dedicated to coaching organizational leaders, providing talent acquisition, and offering customized consulting services. Her work is rooted in a deep commitment to advancing leadership excellence and creating enduring organizational impact.

La Mar Pipkins is a Certified Executive Coach and Birkman Certified Professional with over 15 years of experience guiding leaders in the public and nonprofit sectors to achieve their fullest potential. Specializing in leadership development, team performance, and career pathing, La Mar empowers his clients with deep self-awareness and strategic growth, enabling them to navigate complex challenges and lead with clarity and confidence. La Mar’s coaching philosophy is transformative yet simple: every leader deserves the opportunity to soar to new heights.
With an extensive background in organizational leadership, operations, human resources, talent development, and program strategy, La Mar has a proven track record of building high-performing teams and developing exceptional leaders in both structured and dynamic environments. He combines his expertise with a passion for helping individuals identify and pursue their next professional opportunities with intentionality and purpose.
With a deep commitment to inclusivity and advocacy for individuals with hidden disabilities, the LGBTQIA+ community, and BIPOC individuals, La Mar brings a unique and thoughtful perspective to his coaching practice. His lived experiences shape his empathetic and empowering approach, creating a safe and supportive environment for clients to embrace their authentic selves, recognize their strengths, and navigate challenges.