Emily Ricci

Co-Founder, Affiliate Advisor and Facilitator

The Netherlands

Leadership development

Talent and Organizational Development

Human-Centered Design

Executive Strategy

Experiential Learning & Retreat Facilitation

Emily Ricci is a leadership development expert, consultant, and master facilitator who helps leaders grow with clarity, confidence, and purpose—both at work and in life. With 20 years of experience and leadership roles at Apple and Robinhood, Emily brings a rare blend of real-world savvy and deep expertise in adult learning, talent development, and leadership strategy. Her portfolio career bridges industries—from aerospace and finance to media and pharmaceuticals—and her impact spans emerging talent to the C-suite. As a professor of leadership development and decades-long practitioner, Emily’s brand of high-impact, compelling learning experiences that are as practical as they are transformative. Whether she’s advising executive teams, facilitating workshops, or speaking on stage, Emily is known for her engaging presence, sharp insights, and human-centered approach.

About

Emily Ricci is a recognized thought leader, advisor, facilitator and author specializing in leadership, learning, and talent development. With a career spanning senior roles in both corporate and academic settings, Emily has partnered with more than 50 organizations—including Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups—to co-create award-winning leadership development programs, coach executive teams, and build talent pipelines. Her impact spans North America and beyond, where she has helped organizations transform their learning cultures and accelerate leadership growth at the individual and organizational level.

Emily is a professor at ie University, where she delivers graduate-level courses in learning, leadership, and talent strategy. Previously, Emily led teams at organizations including Apple and Robinhood, where she was responsible for learning and talent strategy. Emily’s work has been recognized with numerous industry awards, including CLO Magazine’s Learning in Practice Awards, ATD’s BEST Awards, Training Top 125, and Brandon Hall.

In addition to publishing thought leadership and frameworks in industry publications and journals, Emily is co-author of two books: The Best Version of Me: Boosting Your Well-Being, a comprehensive guide to wellness for leaders, and Leading with Human Skills: Thriving in the Age of AI. A sought-after facilitator and speaker known for her human-centered approach, Emily blends practical insights with emotional intelligence. Her warm and motivational style challenges and empowers leaders to take authorship of their leadership journeys.

Emily’s educational background includes advanced studies in organizational leadership, adult learning, and behavioral science (M.A.), alongside certifications in learning assessments, design, and coaching. She has lived and worked across the U.S. and Europe, enriching her global perspective. Peers and clients consistently praise Emily’s ability to inspire, engage, and equip leaders through combining academic rigor with real-world impact, empowering leaders to lead with clarity, courage, and compassion.