Charissa is a powerhouse in change leadership, bringing nearly 30 years of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies and small businesses through complex transformations. With a career built on grit, resilience, and a sharp human-centered approach, she spent over two decades at Cisco Systems, leading initiatives that shaped the experiences of 70,000 employees. She’s not just about ideas—she executes, launching over 120 programs annually with an impressive 80% adoption rate across HR, IT, and Operations.
Beyond the corporate world, Charissa is a force for empowerment. She coaches and develops women globally—including at the United Nations—helping them step into leadership with confidence and purpose. Her ability to bridge the gap between strategy and real-world impact makes her a trusted advisor and a catalyst for meaningful change.
Her influence doesn’t stop there. Charissa has played pivotal leadership roles in her community, serving as President of the NMHS PTSA and treasurer for the Newark Community Scholarship Fund, where she’s championed student success. Whether in the boardroom or the community, she’s dedicated to creating lasting impact and driving change that matters.
Charissa has a master’s in organizational leadership from Arizona State University; and is certified in PROSCI, OKRs, and Executive Coaching. Her passion is supporting small businesses with 1:1 and community coaching.
Meet Charissa Gant
Purpose-driven, human-centered with proven experience with leaders & companies worldwide, big and small.
Gant C&C wants to make a difference.
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With a track record of success with leaders and companies around the globe, you can trust our experience and insights.
Human-Centered
We put people at the heart of our strategies, ensuring that your organization thrives on meaningful connections.
Purpose-Driven
Our focus is on aligning your vision with your purpose, creating strategies that resonate and deliver results.
