Celeste A. Coruzzi, Ph.D.
About Celeste A. Coruzzi, Ph.D.
Celeste A. Coruzzi, Ph.D., serves as the Managing Director and Practice Leader at Pearl Meyer, where she specializes in executive succession, leadership development, and organizational change. With over 30 years of experience advising diverse industries, she also holds an academic position as an Adjunct Full Professor at Columbia University Teachers College.
Current Role at Pearl Meyer & Partners
Celeste A. Coruzzi, Ph.D., serves as the Managing Director and Practice Leader at Pearl Meyer, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she collaborates with CEOs, boards, and C-suite leaders to address critical issues such as CEO and executive succession, leadership development, and organizational culture change. Her expertise in strategic change and organization design contributes to the firm's mission of enhancing executive effectiveness and governance.
Education and Academic Background
Celeste A. Coruzzi completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Fordham University from 1976 to 1980. She furthered her education at Columbia University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, where she earned her Ph.D. in Psychology between 1982 and 1988. Additionally, she attended Fiorello LaGuardia High School of Music and Art, graduating with a high school diploma in 1976. Coruzzi also serves as an Adjunct Full Professor of Leadership and Organizational Psychology at Columbia University Teachers College.
Professional Experience and Previous Roles
Coruzzi has over 30 years of experience advising organizations across various industries, including banking, healthcare, and technology. Prior to her current role, she co-founded and served as a Partner at Veritas Partners LLC from 2005 to 2020. She also held the position of Partner at Mercer Delta Consulting from 2002 to 2005. Her earlier career includes roles at IBM, NASA, and W. Warner Burke Associates. In 2022, she briefly worked as a Chief Member in New York.
Contributions to Professional Organizations
Celeste A. Coruzzi is actively involved in professional organizations. She serves as a Board of Trustee member for the National OD Network and is the Editor-in-Chief of its quarterly publication, the OD Practitioner. Additionally, she holds the position of Board Treasurer for the York River House Owners Corporation. Her contributions to the field are recognized through her membership in the American Psychological Association.
Public Speaking and Publications
Coruzzi frequently presents at professional conferences and business broadcasts, sharing her insights on leadership and organizational development. She has published numerous articles and book chapters focusing on management, empowerment, and change, contributing to the body of knowledge in her field. Her work emphasizes practical applications of psychological principles in organizational settings.