Leadership & Executive Strategy
Before every defining decision, there’s a moment of clarity - the space between instinct and action. That’s where real leadership begins. Queenside Ventures brings chess-driven strategy to executives and organizations, helping leaders master the one skill that changes everything: how to think with intention.
WHAT WE DO
We work with CEOs, founders, executives, political leaders, and senior teams to build the clarity and confidence required to lead in complex environments.
Queenside Ventures helps leaders develop a strategic mindset rooted in awareness, composure, and foresight. Using chess as the guiding framework, we teach you to read the board, anticipate multiple outcomes, and navigate uncertainty with purpose.
Our work goes far beyond traditional executive coaching. We help leaders architect systems for decision-making, communication, and long-term growth - equipping you to move from reaction to vision, and from overwhelm to strategic control.
Whether you’re scaling an organization, managing crisis, shaping policy, or preparing for a defining moment, we ensure every move supports the leader you are becoming.
WHO IT’S FOR
Our Leadership & Executive Strategy programs are designed for:
CEOs and Founders leading organizations through growth, transition, or transformation
Executives and Senior Leadership Teams seeking stronger decision-making culture and alignment
Emerging Leaders ready to strengthen confidence, clarity, and strategic presence
Political Leaders, Candidates, and Policy Influencers navigating complex systems and public visibility
Entrepreneurs and Innovators looking to sharpen strategic thinking and leadership resilience
HOW IT WORKS
Our work blends leadership & behavioral with the mental discipline of chess.
Through 1:1 sessions, leadership intensives, or team programs, you learn to:
Recognize patterns before they become problems
Make high-stakes decisions with confidence, not hesitation
Manage pressure with composure and emotional intelligence
Strengthen strategic communication and executive presence
Build systems that support long-term clarity and action
Align your values, vision, and daily decisions
Sessions are tailored to the individual or team - typically 45–90 minutes - delivered virtually or in person. We meet you where you are and build the strategy around your goals, responsibilities, and leadership environment.
Why It Works
Chess models the exact environment leaders operate in: limited time, evolving threats, competing priorities, and imperfect information.
Our approach works because it transforms these challenges into a mental framework you can rely on daily. You learn how to pause, analyze, and move with precision - even when circumstances are chaotic.
Unlike generic executive coaching, we don’t offer scripts or surface-level advice. We build your thinking architecture. That’s what creates lasting confidence - and lasting change.
This isn’t tactical training. It’s strategic transformation.
Why It Matters
87%
of high-EQ leaders make better decisions and generate stronger outcomes.
90%
of organizations with high emotional intelligence see stronger team work.
58%
of job performance variation is linked to emotional intelligence.
75%
of managers use EQ to evaluate leadership readiness.
Case Study: Chess-Inspired Leadership with leading metals manufacturer
“How refreshing to view our business challenges through the lens of chess strategy. Every move matters and every team member has a role as we move ahead and win at our business. Thank you to Queenside Ventures for bringing this perspective and set of tools to the Vista leadership team.”
- Kelly Thomas, President & CEO, Vista Metals