Gail D. Rudolph, CMCT, CFRE

USA Today and Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author

About

I’m an executive leadership coach, operational strategist, and influence expert who helps individuals and organizations unlock their full potential—ethically and effectively. With decades of experience in C-suite roles and board-level advising, I specialize in guiding leaders through complex power dynamics, organizational growth, and cultural transformation. As the CEO of Gail Rudolph Collaborative, I partner with senior executives, mission-driven teams, and philanthropic organizations to accelerate strategic outcomes. My work blends neuroscience-informed coaching, operational precision, and the science of ethical influence—ensuring both people and performance thrive. I’m proud to be one of only 13 professionals worldwide—and the only woman in the U.S.—certified as a Cialdini Method Certified Trainer (CMCT), teaching Dr. Robert Cialdini’s renowned Principles of Persuasion. I’ve also authored the USA Today and Wall Street Journal best-seller Power Up Power Down, a playbook for navigating interpersonal power in the workplace. With a master’s degree in Human Services Administration, a psychology background, and a leadership credential from Stanford’s Graduate School of Business, I bring both academic rigor and real-world pragmatism to every engagement. 🔹 Executive Coaching 🔹 Operational Excellence & Turnarounds 🔹 Influence & Persuasion Training (CMCT) 🔹 Fundraising Strategy & Campaigns (CFRE) 🔹 Leadership Development & Team Alignment 🔹 Culture Building: Belonging, Inclusion & Generational Awareness Let’s connect if you’re looking to scale leadership, unlock team potential, or drive results from the inside out.

Country

United States

City

Lake Worth

Industry

Professional Training & Coaching

Skill

U.S. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Key Performance Indicators, Project Management, Marketing, Public Relations, Presentation Skills, Employee Training, People Management, Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Professional Coaching, Strategic Planning, Start-up and Restructure, Training Curriculums, Team Building, Organizational Development, Healthcare Management, Program Development, Policy Analysis and Development

Experience

USA Today and Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author

2021-10 - Present · 5 yrs

World Wide

CEO and Founder

Gail Rudolph Collaborative

2021-3 - Present · 5 yrs 7 mos

West Palm Beach, Florida, United States

Cialdini Method Certified Trainer and Coach

INFLUENCE AT WORK

2020-1 - Present · 6 yrs 9 mos

Arizona, United States

Executive Director, Certified Speaker, Trainer, Teacher and Coach

The John Maxwell Team

2017-11 - Present · 8 yrs 11 mos

Orlando, Florida Area

• Contracted to facilitate Public Speaking, Teaching, Training and Coaching on John Maxwell curriculum. Topics include: • Maxwell Methods of Speaking • Maxwell Methods of Leadership • Maxwell Methods of Selling • Maxwell Methods of Coaching • Leadership Gold – 21 Leadership Laws • Put your Dream to the Test • Becoming a Person of Influence • 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth • How to be a REAL Success • Everyone Communicates Few Connect • Leadership , Sales and Communication Game

Chair Of The Board Of Directors

San Carlos Chamber of Commerce

2017-3 - Present · 9 yrs 7 mos

San Carlos, CA

Education Chair, Leading Forward Conference

Association of Healthcare Philanthropy

2016-1 - Present · 10 yrs 9 mos

Falls Church, VA

• Consulted, interviewed, writer and speaker/teacher on philanthropy related topics mostly around Grateful Patient Programs and Leadership • Chair 2018 International Executive Summit for Association of Healthcare Philanthropy Leaders hosted in San Antonio, TX. Developed a team that architected entire revamping of program and flow, developed curriculum, orchestrated speakers and topics, marketing materials and budget • Chaired 2017 International Executive Summit for Association of Healthcare Philanthropy Leaders hosted in Nashville, TN. Developed a team that architected entire revamping of program and flow, developed curriculum, orchestrated speakers and topics, marketing materials and budget

CEO

LIFT Leadership Inc.

2018-1 - 2021-3 · 3 yrs 3 mos

As a LIFT Leadership specialist I am certified in proven solutions to build on you and your team's strengths to ensure that your organization and the people in it continue to grow and preform at their highest potential. LIFT’s powerful engagement model brings real solutions to the problems you face every day. By working on developing the skills of leadership and team LIFT is able to offer quantifiable results throughout the process. LIFT helps take your values off the wall and put them into the hearts and minds of your people. We are able to offer everything from individual and team assessments, impact reports, specilized programs, goal setting, time management and customized solutions. Whether you are responsible for developing your company, others, or yourself, the more effective you are as a leader the further you will go.

Senior Consultant

Advancement Resources

2017-10 - 2018-11 · 1 yr 2 mos

Cedar Rapids, Iowa Area

• Contracted to facilitate Executive Coaching Sessions to other Chief Development Officers and Philanthropic positions nation wide to enhance personal development, handle difficult professional situations, and all aspects of Foundation and fundraising activities and management • Serve in an advisory capacity for Program Development and Subject Expert • Facilitator and Trainer on Philanthropy Research and Best Practices • Serve as Consultant to Philanthropic Organizations including: Higher Education, Healthcare, Public and Private Foundations