Get to Know Me

My name is Geronda Wollack-Spiller. I help leaders build awareness so that they can foster psychologically safe spaces to retain historically marginalized employees. I support my clients with reflecting and bringing awareness to their leadership style and how it influences and impacts their teams and larger groups. Being a queer black woman, I have experienced and traveled the lonely road of shame, fear, rejection, doubt, and frustration first-hand under poor leadership. I know what it means to lead with empathy, compassion and passion for growth and belonging, along with the impacts that come with feeling misunderstood and isolated.

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I was two days old when my parents adopted me. A black baby girl, born in Harlem, NYC, and grew up in Long Island, NY. My father, a retired NYC firefighter of 33 years, has been a huge influence on who I am today. He exposed me to the real world and many of life’s challenges. He also taught me satisfaction and the power of helping others.

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I am a black lesbian who came out to my family when I was 25-years old. You could say that I've been the only black person on a team, been belittled for not being "professional" enough, or even teased for my socioeconomic status. to name a few. I also know what it feels like to have leadership that really cares, makes me and others feel welcome, reflects regularly on their bias and even ensures employees experiences are first.

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My childhood and workplace trauma in ways has gave me a gift. It was understanding the importance of authentic expression, community, reflection and finding spaces that align with your values. It was also exploring what it means to be a leader in various contexts while providing me with a great sense of humor. I have learned how to stand in my power which allows me to be my authentic self 100% of the time. Hell YEAH! I want to provide that power and freedom for others because we all can be effective leaders while being your true self  and it's nothing to be ashamed about!