The Greater Naples Chamber is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Gruenloh, founder and president of Purpose Journey® Consulting, as Interim Chief of Staff. In this part-time, interim role, Lisa will support the CEO and team to gain momentum around important strategic initiatives, provide operational oversight, and co-create a dynamic culture and cohesive, purpose-driven team to ensure long-term stability and success.

“As we continue building the Chamber’s next chapter, we are committed to cultivating a high-performing team that is aligned, energized, and grounded in our shared mission,” said Kristina Park, President and CEO of the Greater Naples Chamber. “As we work daily to protect and preserve what makes Collier County so unique, and position our business community for success as we continue to grow, Lisa’s expertise in organizational culture and emotionally intelligent leadership will help us harness the full potential of our people and position us for long-term impact.”

As Founder of Purpose Journey® Consulting, Lisa specializes in culture development that builds and sustains high-performing and high-functioning teams and implements processes, systems, and tools that embed “emotionally intelligent execution discipline” for lasting positive impact. She pays special attention to supporting people at all levels with the behavioral and mindset skills necessary to build trust, navigate change and uncertainty, enhance well-being, and experience meaning, connection, and joy in their work.

“The Naples Chamber has been a significant and valuable partner to me and my business for many years, so it’s a sincere joy and privilege to support the team during this exciting time of growth and opportunity,” Lisa said. “I look forward to collaborating with this passionate and talented group of professionals to help build on the Chamber’s strong foundation, amplify our collective impact, and foster a culture where people feel aligned, empowered, and inspired to do their best work.”

More about Lisa

Lisa Gruenloh, MPAP, CPC is an International Coaching Federation (ICF)-certified executive and emotional intelligence coach and impact-driven entrepreneur. Over a 30-year career, Lisa has served in leadership roles in a wide variety of corporate, government, non-profit, and consulting organizations throughout the country. She brings her diverse experience together as the founder of Purpose Journey, Inc., a consulting, training, and coaching firm that helps leaders develop healthy organizational cultures, high-performing teams, and systems that drive continuous improvement and lasting results.

Lisa shares her expertise in leadership, communication, relationship and coalition-building, advocacy, and well-being for the benefit of numerous local, national, and international organizations. Among the many local organizations Lisa serves include David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health, Lee Health Healthy Life Center, the Red Cross, and Collaboratory. In 2023, Lisa was one of eight coaches globally appointed to the ICF Foundation Council of Ambassadors, fostering coach engagement with ICF’s social impact initiatives.

Lisa is a longtime Chamber member and 2023 graduate of Leadership Collier. She was the 2023 recipient of the James V. Mudd Award from the Leadership Collier Foundation, which recognizes an outstanding community leader who models integrity, inclusive results-orientation, and selfless community service. Lisa holds two graduate degrees from American University in Washington, DC – a Master of Public Administration and Policy and a Master of Public Communication, along with many professional certifications.

Learn more at https://www.purposejourney.com/