Cheryl Sparks, PhD
Executive and Leadership Coach
“The real measure of leadership isn’t how many people follow you. It’s how many people become stronger because of your leadership.” - Cheryl Sparks
A SOUGHT-AFTER GUIDE IN
Executive & Leadership Coaching
As an Executive and Leadership Coach with over 10 years’ experience helping C-suite clients, I help high-achieving professionals and leaders who are ready to break through what’s holding them back. Some feel stuck. Others feel overwhelmed. All of them are unclear about what’s next.
Through 1:1 executive and leadership coaching, I help clients move from reactive to strategic, from uncertain to confident, and from successful on paper to deeply fulfilled in their work.
My approach is grounded in the belief that you are already capable, but unlocking your next level requires clarity, intentional growth, and the right support.
Whether you’re navigating a leadership transition, seeking greater alignment, or ready to expand your impact, the work we do together is designed to help you lead with authenticity, confidence, and purpose.
CERTIFICATIONS & QUALIFICATIONS
Meet Cheryl Sparks
FOUNDER, CL SPARKS & ASSOCIATES, LLC
With more than two decades of experience across healthcare leadership and academia, Cheryl currently serves as Vice President of Operations for the Medical Group at OSF HealthCare, where she is dedicated to developing leaders who advance team-driven, patient-centered care models.
Her work centers on leading strategic initiatives and fostering strong interdisciplinary collaboration to elevate care delivery. She is deeply passionate about leadership development and coaching, aligning operational strategy with organizational values to drive meaningful, lasting impact.
Cheryl is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and continued growth within the coaching industry. As a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), she upholds the ICF Code of Ethics and brings a thoughtful, client-centered approach to every coaching engagement.
She is also a credentialed Co-Active Practitioner through the Co-Active Training Institute (CTI), one of the most respected leadership and coach training organizations in the world. This training framework is grounded in the belief that people are naturally creative, resourceful, and whole—supporting transformational growth through awareness, intentional action, and authentic leadership development.
EXECUTIVE & LEADERSHIP COACHING SERVICES
Let’s Build Your Future Success Together.
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EXECUTIVE/LEADERSHIP COACHING
A transformational partnership that helps leaders expand self-awareness, strengthen strategic decision-making, and lead with authenticity, confidence, and impact.
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1:1 COACHING
A personalized coaching experience designed to help you uncover what’s holding you back, clarify what matters most, and take aligned, meaningful action toward your next level.
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LEADERSHIP CONSULTING
A strategic, insight-driven approach to strengthening leadership effectiveness, team dynamics, and organizational growth through tailored guidance and practical implementation.
How it works.
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Start the conversation.
Reach out to connect for an initial conversation where we’ll explore your goals, challenges, and what’s prompting you to seek support at this stage of your leadership journey.
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We’ll define your path.
Together, we’ll clarify your vision and priorities, and I’ll design a personalized coaching or consulting approach aligned with your goals, leadership style, and desired outcomes.
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Begin Your Transformation.
With ongoing support, insight, and accountability, I’ll partner with you as you build momentum, navigate challenges, and step confidently into more aligned, strategic, and impactful leadership.
Values
WHOLE-PERSON LEADERSHIP
I believe leadership isn’t separate from who you are—it’s an expression of it. I honor the full human behind the title, knowing that sustainable growth comes from integrating both personal and professional alignment.
AUTHENTICITY OVER PERFORMANCE
True leadership is about leading in a way that is genuine, grounded, and aligned with your values, voice, and vision.
GROWTH THROUGH AWARENESS
Lasting change begins with deeper self-awareness. By uncovering patterns, beliefs, and blind spots, we create the foundation for intentional, meaningful transformation.
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FAQs
You likely have questions about what coaching involves and whether it’s the right next step for you. Below are answers to some of the most common questions, designed to give you clarity, confidence, and a better sense of what’s possible through this work.
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Executive coaching is a personalized, 1:1 partnership that helps leaders increase self-awareness, strengthen decision-making, and lead more effectively through a blend of reflection, strategy, and action.
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Executive coaching is ideal for high-performing professionals, leaders, founders, and executives who feel ready to grow, navigate change, or step more fully into their next level of leadership.
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If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, uncertain about your next move, or ready to expand your impact but aren’t sure how to get there, leadership coaching can provide the clarity and direction you’re looking for.
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