About Coach Rumber

Committed to Excellence

As someone who grew up in Washington, D.C. the epicenter of power, politics, and influence. Dwayne Rumber leverages over 25 years of experience in designing and delivering leadership competency-based programs, conducting training needs analysis, and assessing organizational performance. With experience and knowledge in the public, private and non-profit sectors, his expertise is unmatched.

When he's not coaching or hitting the gym, he's researching the latest leadership trends, designing innovative development programs, or collaborating with fellow experts to bring clients the best possible experience. But more than anything, he's someone who genuinely cares about client success.

Education

  • B.S., Accounting, Texas Christian University

  • M.P.A., Executive Leadership, American University

  • Leadership Coaching, Georgetown University

  • Organizational Consulting & Change Leadership, Georgetown University

  • Senior Leadership, Federal Executive Institute

Industry Experience

Coach Rumber is a lifelong learner who believes that growth and education never stops for his clients or himself. He stays at the forefront of leadership development research, continuously refining his approach to serve clients better.

Specialized Leadership & Coaching Certifications:

  • Professional Certified Coach (PCC)

  • Disney Institute Certified Facilitator

  • Neuro-Leadership Institute

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COACHING FOCUS AREAS

One-On-One Coaching

One-on-one coaching is designed to strengthen executive presence, sharpen decision-making, and lead with clarity through complexity and change. Coaching is tailored to your role, challenges and goals - driving measurable results for you, team and organization.

Focus Areas: Executive Presence | Self-Awareness | Influence | Building Trust | Change Leadership | Conflict Management | Accountability

Team Coaching

Team coaching accelerates alignment, execution and accountability. Partner with a certified professional coach to improve communication, trust,  performance and reduce friction - creating high-performing teams that deliver meaningful outcomes.

Focus Areas: Team Development | Building Trust | Conflict Management | Collaboration | Change Leadership | Strategic Planning

Assessment Tools

Confidential assessment debriefs to understand how their behavior is experienced by others and where targeted shifts will drive the greatest business and personal result. Gain clear, actionable insight into leadership strengths and challenges and translate results to focused strategies that accelerate performance, influence, and results.

Focus Areas: Identity | Insights | Perceptions | Influence | Learning Agility

Performance Management

Performance management enables leaders to drive clarity, accountability, and results. Learn practical tools to set expectations, deliver effective feedback, track progress and improve team performance, turning goals to measurable outcomes. 


Focus Areas: Collaboration | Strategic Planning | Building Trust | Team Development | Goals | Vision | Values

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Leaders Who’ve Been Transformed

  • "The team development program elevated our entire department. We went from siloed functions to a truly collaborative unit. Our engagement scores increased by 40% within six months of completing the program."

    —Michael R.
    VP of Engineering

  • "Coach Rumber's organizational solutions helped us build a leadership pipeline that's now the envy of our industry. His evidence-based approach and genuine care for our success made all the difference."

    —Amanda F.
    Director of Human Resources

  • "The 360-degree feedback process was eye-opening. Coach Rumber facilitated difficult conversations with grace and helped me emerge as a more self-aware and effective leader. I recommend him to every executive I know."

    —James T.
    CEO Financial Services

  • "Working with Coach Rumber transformed not just my leadership style, but my entire perspective on what it means to lead. The Hogan assessment revealed blind spots I never knew I had, and the coaching helped me address them authentically."

    —Sarah C.
    Chief Operating Officer