EVENT FORMATS
A conversation shaped around your audience.
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP CONVERSATIONS
Where Modesta has contributed to global leadership conversations.
Modesta has contributed to global leadership conversations at the World Bank and IMF Annual Meetings, the United Nations, the African Union, the European Parliament, the U.S. State Department, TEDx, London Business School, and the International Trade Centre.
The cost of being exceptional, yet unrecognized
THE PROCESS
We started with our Executive Authority Diagnostic.
Before formulating a solution, we run a diagnostic audit across five key dimensions of executive presence.
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Presence & Footprint
We looked at how they were showing up online and in person, evaluating first impressions and corporate stature.
02
Niche Mastery
We examined what they were truly known for and whether their unique core value was readily apparent.
03
Search Visibility
We analyzed what key decision-makers and boards found when they searched for them online.
04
Value Articulation
We tested how clearly they communicated their most complex strategic ideas and business value.
05
Trust Alignment
We verified who already trusted their work and whether that trust was actively opening new doors.
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THE SHIFT
Expertise alone does not suddenly become more valuable. It is when the right people finally start to see your value.
Today, that executive is no longer trying to be visible everywhere. They are showing up in the right places, with the right message, before the right people.
Greater access to high-tier environments
Deeper trust among strategic decision-makers
Stronger positioning for top-level selection
Credentials & Certifications
For over 2 decades, Modesta has operated across public and private sectors, helping leaders overcome professional hurdles and position in higher spheres of influence.
GET STARTED
Anchor leadership judgment, institutional trust, thought leadership, and the choices that strengthen a leader’s authority.
SUCCESS STORIES
In Their Own Words
"Modesta is an amazing executive coach, she offers on-point insights and tailored recommendations. She has supported me in strengthening my profile throughout the coaching period. Thanks to her guidance and expertise, I feel now more equipped to raise my profile further."
Elisa Desbordes
CEO, Ecobank Foundation
"Working with Modesta on my Global Executive Positioning was an absolute delight. Her engaging, positive energy made the process both productive and enjoyable. She listens attentively, asks thoughtful questions, and guides with clarity, making every step collaborative and empowering...I would wholeheartedly recommend her..."
Esther Wangoi
Certified Director / Regulatory Affairs & Public Policy / Legal Counsel
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"As a coach and leadership consultant, Modesta listens deeply, becomes a strategic thought-partner, and instills confidence by her leadership presence. Modesta has a way of instilling a sense of purpose in anyone she works with. She calls out the best in others and their teams and is not timid to challenge what is not conducive for growth."
Esther Edwards
ICF Credentialed Leadership Coach
"I have worked with Modesta in Executive Coaching to help me create a personal development plan and enhance my professional profile. She has helped me design professional strategies for career positioning aligned with my goals and passions. She helped me think through some difficult issues by asking difficult probing questions."
Kavazeua Katjomuise
Team Leader, United Nations Office of the Special Adviser on Africa
“Thanks to her invaluable insights, I am now on the cusp of publishing my first HR book...Her mentorship not only enhanced my approach to personal branding but also empowered me to confidently step into the future of HR leadership. I highly recommend Modesta to anyone seeking to elevate their brand and career.”
Rhonda Bennet
Senior HR Leader / Author
“Modesta is a seasoned Leadership Coach and Personal Executive Leadership Profiling and Branding Professional. She lives out what she does with profound integrity.
Modesta and the team’s services are excellent in ways that are enduring and give results beyond satisfaction. She comes highly recommended for individual executive leadership and organizations. Keep up the good work!”
Dr. Ishmael Nii A. Dodoo
Director and Head of Innovative Finance, Partnerships and Markets - Office of the President, Ghana
"She was an absolute communication prowess in her role as Executive Personal Branding Strategist. The half-day workshop was followed by a one-on-one Executive Strategy session, which was well structured and insightful.The workshop content she presented was relevant and important. I am also grateful to her for guiding me toward my goal during the thought-provoking strategy session."
Irene Kasyanju
Retired Ambassador
SELF-ASSESSMENT
Are you highly qualified, but still being overlooked?
If you are a senior leader or expert who keeps being overlooked for opportunities that match your experience, consider these core inquiries.
01
How do the right people see you today?
Are you perceived as a technical implementer or a visionary category leader? Presence dictates placement.
02
What is keeping them from seeing your full value?
Identifying the precise friction point in your positioning, bio, search results, or articulation.
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What needs to change for you to gain greater access, trust, and selection?
Establishing the systematic shifts required to align your presence with opportunities at the highest levels.
ABOUT MODESTA
Modesta Mahiga
EXECUTIVE COACH & KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Modesta Mahiga is Founder and CEO of Authority Global LLC, a global advisory firm that helps industry leaders translate expertise into trusted global authority. Over the past two decades, she has advised and equipped thousands of board and C-suite leaders, public officials, and international organizations across six continents. Her clients include Fortune 500 companies, multilateral institutions, and international development organizations.
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