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Hello

Hello!

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My professional experience gives me a sharp perspective on the realities of leadership. I've worked alongside founders and executives under high stakes, guiding them through the pressures of innovation, rapid growth, and public scrutiny.

 

My coaching combines clear analysis with wide-ranging influences—positive psychology, agile thinking, somatic practices, and elements of yogic and Jungian philosophy. The result is a highly tailored approach for people building unusual futures.

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I hold a qualification in Personal Coaching from the CaPP Institute, ICF Accredited. I also hold a certification in Agile Leadership, Product Management, and a 200HR Yoga Teacher Certification from Black Swan Yoga in Austin, Texas.

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My Story

My approach to executive coaching is rooted in a career defined by navigating the edges of innovation and leadership. I spent seven years as Chief Operating Officer at Defense Distributed, a pioneering and controversial technology company, where I developed deep expertise in strategy, resilience, and leadership under pressure. I steered teams through uncertainty, federal lawsuits, and the kind of scrutiny that breaks most organizations—experience that now informs my ability to guide founders and executives facing equally unconventional challenges.

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Today, in addition to coaching, I serve as the U.S. Regional Director for Shame Studios, a London-based bespoke rug design house known for its commitment to ethical production and creative craftsmanship. The work challenges me differently—and I value that.

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I'm also a yoga teacher and somatic practitioner. Movement and breath-work aren't side interests—they're how I stay sharp and how I help clients access clarity that thinking alone can't reach. My personal journey with these practices underpins my coaching style, making guidance as embodied as it is strategic.

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My background—controversial tech, high-end creative industries, and somatic practices—equips me with an unusually broad toolkit. I work with leaders who thrive on disruption, offering a coaching partnership that is clear-eyed, pragmatic, and quietly transformative.

Hector - London, U.K

"Paloma has helped me through many difficult situations.. and coached me into making pivotal decisions with comfort and confidence."

Contact

I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities. Let's connect.

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Email: hello@palomaheindorff.com

Socials: @piratemetarial 

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