Leadership, Rewritten. Humanity, Reclaimed.

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A New Standard
of Leadership,
Rooted in Humanity

The old playbook is fading fast. In its place, leaders are being called to a new kind of intelligence, one grounded in awareness, honesty and depth, restoring relational truth to the center of how we lead.


Her mission isn’t to prevent collapse. It’s to name the root of disconnection before it takes hold and to build people and cultures anchored in alignment, emotional integrity, and genuine connection.

Emotional fatigue, disaffection, and attrition aren’t the problem. They’re the consequence of leadership ruled by fear and façade — leadership that’s lost its grounding in what’s real.

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What Becomes Possible When We Lead Without the Armor?

What’s needed in today’s climate isn’t more efficiency, it’s depth. Leadership that’s emotionally intelligent, relationally fluent, and anchored in truth, the kind that can hold complexity without losing humanity.

Eileen’s work is grounded in The Humanity Reclaimed™ Method — a three-phase journey that helps professionals recognize what’s no longer true, realign with their emotional vitality, and reintegrate that truth into how they live, lead, and relate.


Because in an era defined by acceleration and uncertainty, the leaders who will shape what’s next are the ones who know how to stay connected, to themselves, and to others.

  • Individuals

    A reflective partnership that reignites curiosity and connection, helping you return to a life and leadership that feels true, steady, and inspired. It’s where executives pause, realign, and rediscover their own rhythm and way forward.

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  • Organizations

    Immersive team experiences and culture resets that bring honesty, care, and humanity back into the workplace. Designed to surface what’s unsaid, restore alignment, and make relational connection the core of how we work.

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  • Human Resources

    Keynotes and workshops that reposition HR as the Center for Humanity — where truth is safe, care is scalable, and wellbeing shapes how people lead and live at work. Grounded in today’s realities and what’s needed next.

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Meet Eileen

Grounded in truth. Unafraid of the mess. Fiercely devoted to what’s real.

Eileen Benwitt is an executive confidant and leadership strategist known for her emotional precision, blunt grace, and ability to name what others only feel. A former Chief Talent Officer and trusted advisor to leaders and teams, she now devotes her practice to helping executives pause, reflect, and reconnect with themselves so they can lead from what’s real.

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Featured Thought 
Leadership

Trusted voices invite Eileen to the table when leadership, culture, and humanity are on the line.

All Voices

Internal Mobility and A State of Flow (2022)

The Conference Board

Mapping the Great Return: Inclusive Support for Working Families (2022)

GWI: Workplace Wellbeing Initiative

Unlocking Effortless Joy
The Hidden Secrets of Indic Wisdom (2024)

Functional and Lifestyle Medicine in the Workplace (2023)

The Optimized Workplace w/ Fran Dean Bishop

The Shocking Truth About Employee “Wellness” Programs  (2025)

REFLECTIONS

  • "For more than two decades, Eileen was the heart and conscience of Horizon. As my Chief People Officer and trusted confidante, she led with truth and integrity, always with courage, empathy, and a genuine understanding of what drives people."

    Bill Koenigsberg, Founder, CEO & Chairman, Horizon Media Holdings

  • "I've had the privilege of working under Eileen during her time as Chief People Officer, and I can say without hesitation that she is one of the most inspiring leaders I've ever known."

    Kelly Winkel, VP, People Operations & Total Rewards, Atlanta Hawks

  • "Eileen is an empathetic and supportive wellness coach passionate about helping her clients. Because of her expertise and approach, I feel a greater sense of balance and wellbeing - which is truly a gift."

    Nancy Blucher, EVP, Horizon Media Holdings

  • "Eileen has helped me build awareness and insight from peeling back layers of myself that were always there but would not have been visible to me without her support. Working with her has been clarifying, grounding and genuinely transformative."

    Sam Weintraub

  • "What sets Eileen apart is her authenticity and generosity. She creates an environment of absolute trust where you can share your fears, ambitions, and blind spots without hesitation and from that foundation, real transformation happens. Her coaching is not transactional; it’s life-changing."

    Heather Dominiak, Head of Growth, Brand and Creative

  • "Working with Eileen was one of the most formative experiences of my career. She wasn’t just an HR leader; she was a true partner, advocate, and, at times, a lifeline. During my years at Horizon Media, she played a major role in my growth and success, helping me navigate both professional and deeply personal transitions with empathy and foresight."

    Jason D. Smith, Former Horizon Media Executive

  • "Eileen's leadership defined what made Horizon special -- a place where people were contributors to a community, proud to belong, and inspired to thrive. She is a relational leader in every sense, respected, trusted, and devoted to the human side of business. Her belief that humanity and business are inseparable continues to shape her work and the leaders she supports today."

    Bill Koenigsberg, Founder, CEO & Chairman, Horizon Media Holdings

  • "Over three decades working across Fortune 500 companies and startups, I have encountered few executives with Eileen’s depth of talent, wisdom, and integrity. She is an extraordinary leader and coach who not only helps us become more effective at what we do, but more aligned with who we are."

    Heather Dominiak, Head of Growth, Brand and Creative

  • "I’ve known Eileen Benwitt for over 16 years. She’s been a steadfast coach and mentor since the first day I met her, especially as I’ve stepped into an executive leadership role. She’s supportive, present, empathetic, but also challenges you to think differently and doesn’t shy away from tough feedback. Her extensive industry experience and personal nature allow for a level of trust and understanding I have not found with other coaches. I’m immensely grateful for her guidance."

    Laura Ekstrand, Executive

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