Ebony Terry is a trusted leadership coach, facilitator, and organizational development consultant. As founder of Lighthouse Solutions, she partners with leaders and organizations to create thoughtful, inclusive spaces for growth, reflection, and meaningful change.
With over 15 years of experience across healthcare, government, financial services, asset management, and mission-driven sectors, Ebony brings both strategic insight and human warmth to every engagement. Her expertise spans executive and emerging leader coaching, team development, conflict resolution, inclusive leadership, and organizational effectiveness.
Known for her grounded presence and thoughtful clarity, Ebony helps high-potential leaders navigate complexity, unlock their voice, and lead with intention. She integrates positive psychology, evidence-based frameworks, and deep listening to guide leaders toward meaningful, sustainable impact.
Ebony holds a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership and Development from St. Joseph’s University and a BA in Political Science from the University of Pittsburgh. She is a certified coach through the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and holds additional credentials from:
Ebony has long championed equity and inclusion, mentoring emerging women leaders through the GenHERation network and engaging with communities such as Black Insurance Professionals, The Equity Collective, and Women in Investing.
Outside of work, Ebony enjoys traveling with her husband of 27 years and their four children. She’s a proud Pittsburgh native and lifelong Steelers fan.
J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., NASA, National Institutes of Health, Hartford Funds, Virtua Health
U.S. insurance and asset management firms, and values-driven nonprofits.
The work is grounded in the real situations leaders face day to day decisions, conversations, pressure, and consequences. Sessions focus on what is actually happening, not abstract models or ideal scenarios. Progress is measured by improved clarity, better judgment, and tangible changes in how clients think and act in their roles.
This work is designed to be thoughtful and honest. Assumptions are tested, patterns are examined, and difficult questions are addressed directly. At the same time, the environment remains supportive and professional. The goal is not to create pressure, but to build awareness, responsibility, and confidence without unnecessary judgment or confrontation.
Engagements follow a clear structure and intent, providing direction and continuity over time. Within that structure, the work adapts to the client’s role, context, and environment. Priorities can shift as situations evolve, while the overall focus remains aligned with long-term effectiveness and leadership development.
Clients engage with Lighthouse Solutions when they need:
The work is used both proactively for growth and development and reactively, when clarity is urgently needed.
Clients choose this work because they value:
Trust, discretion, and professional integrity are central to every engagement.