Rysing Tide Welcomes Bryony Schwan as Leadership Coach and Organizational Development Consultant
We are excited to announce that Bryony Schwan, MS, IAC (she/her) has joined Rysing Tide as a leadership coach and organizational development consultant. With over 30 years of experience founding, scaling, and advising mission-driven organizations, Bryony brings a wealth of expertise in leadership development, strategic planning, and culture transformation. Her ability to help leaders and teams navigate change, build resilience, and drive meaningful impact makes her a perfect fit for our work at Rysing Tide.
A Proven Leader in Coaching and Organizational Development
Bryony is a Certified Associate Integral Coach® with a deep background in coaching, consulting, and training. She has guided organizations through complex transitions, from resolving leadership conflicts in a $330M initiative to developing strategic roadmaps for top-tier corporate, nonprofit, and government teams. Her expertise spans HR management, fiscal oversight, board development, and change leadership, making her an invaluable resource for organizations looking to build stronger, more effective teams.
Bryony has worked with a diverse range of clients, including the State of Washington, the City of Seattle, the University of Washington, King County (Washington), the Toxics Use Reduction Institute at UMass Lowell, Change Chemistry, Montana Institute on Ecosystems, Praxis Center for Innovative Learning, the South Puget Intertribal Planning Agency, the University of Montana and many others. She has also served on numerous boards, including the Alliance for Sustainable Jobs & the Environment, the Social Justice Fund Northwest, Saint Patrick’s Women’s Health Advisory Board, Climates Cabinet Education, and Greenpeace USA.
A Trusted Partner with a Track Record of Success
Rysing Tide CEO Ryan Hodgson shared his enthusiasm for Bryony’s addition to the team:
"I am thrilled to welcome Bryony to Rysing Tide. We have worked together on several challenging projects, and her incredible coaching skills and business experience have been integral to their success. Her ability to support leaders and organizations through transformative change aligns perfectly with our mission, and I couldn’t be more excited to have her on board."
A Powerful Addition to Our Team
Bryony’s expertise in leadership coaching, organizational strategy, and culture transformation will strengthen Rysing Tide’s ability to help businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies navigate complex challenges. Her innovative approach—drawing from methodologies like Integral Coaching, Immunity to Change, biomimicry, and positive psychology—will provide leaders with the tools they need to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.
We are honored to welcome Bryony to Rysing Tide and look forward to the impact she will have on our clients and community.