Biography
Aaron Abreu is a Certified Executive Coach, Associate Certified Coach (ICF), and Genos Emotional Intelligence Practitioner, specializing in leadership and executive coaching. With a strong foundation in neuroscience and a forthcoming certification in positive psychology, Aaron integrates evidence-based approaches to enhance leadership effectiveness.
As the founder of Cognitus Leadership and Executive Coaching, Aaron helps leaders, executives, and high-potential individuals develop self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and strategic thinking. His coaching framework blends assessments like 360 and Hogan with AI-driven analysis to refine communication skills, ensuring clients gain clarity and confidence in their leadership.
Aaron believes that great leaders possess empathy and emotional capacity, balancing emotional intelligence with strategic and operational thinking. His approach emphasizes active listening, self-awareness, and action-oriented development, helping clients break through barriers and make a lasting impact in their organizations and communities.
In addition to coaching, Aaron leads Next Generation Leaders, the nonprofit arm of Cognitus, dedicated to empowering emerging leaders through mentorship and coaching programs. His commitment to fostering leadership excellence extends to his work in executive education, facilitating strategic planning sessions, and supporting organizations in leadership development.