UNIONDALE, NY / ACCESS Newswire / July 29, 2025 / Marquis Who's Who honors Benicia Stein for success in consulting services. Ms. Stein is the founder and principal of B Stein Leadership Consulting LLC. With a career spanning more than 20 years, she has become a trusted leadership consultant for organizations needing organization design and custom talent strategies to uplevel skills.

A New Chapter in Consulting Work

The launch of B Stein Leadership Consulting in 2024 marked a new chapter in Ms. Stein's career. Colleagues and business leaders often sought her guidance before she established the firm, prompting her to create a consulting practice that addresses the unique needs of organizations. Using a consulting model based on partnership and strategic alignment, the firm serves midsize businesses committed to strengthening organizational effectiveness.

Program development is a core focus of Ms. Stein's work. Her current efforts include co-leading the Adaptive Program for Leaders, which trains experienced managers to respond to challenges with agility and effectiveness while staying aligned with their personal and organizational values.

Leadership Foundations in Corporate Settings

Ms. Stein's earlier leadership development roles at major companies influenced her consulting model. For example, as a global director for enterprise leadership development at VMware, she equipped leaders to manage teams through uncertainty and organizational shifts. This work set the foundation for the strategies she currently employs in her practice.

From 2018 to 2022, Ms. Stein served as the learning experience and delivery lead at Columbia Sportswear Company, where she participated in a major initiative that involved creating a learning culture that integrated leadership growth into everyday performance. The organization continues to utilize the tools developed through this effort, making a positive impact on more than 8,000 employees. These include the "Always Be Learning" guide as well as learning journeys and leadership development tools, which helped align individual growth with business goals.

Ms. Stein's earlier experience includes a talent management role at Providence Health & Services from 2016 to 2018, which was preceded by her tenure as a senior consultant in leadership development from 2012 to 2016. She also worked in organizational development at Renown Health and in training management at Colonial Bank.

Recognition from Respected Industry Organizations

Ms. Stein earned a bachelor's degree in speech communications from the University of Nevada, Reno, in 2003. Moreover, she holds certifications from Grove Consultants International and Hogan Assessments, underscoring her commitment to continuous learning and development. "I'm a forever learner and advise others to do the same to stay relevant," she says.

Ms. Stein's contributions to the industry have been recognized with several awards, including the Association for Talent Development's Best Award in 2021 and Learning Elite recognition from Chief Learning Officer in 2021 and 2023. Most recently, she was named a Top Business Owner. "I am a top professional in my field because I understand not only the business side but also the people side," she says. "You have to be able to blend them both."

Identity and the Power of Self-Worth

Strong relationships with mentors contributed to Ms. Stein's success. Additionally, she immersed herself in personal work focused on inner healing and self-awareness, which gave her the clarity and confidence to launch an independent consulting firm.

Future Goals Focused on Service

Ms. Stein's plans for the future include collaboration with executive teams at continuing care retirement communities. She aims to provide these leaders with customized services to support organizational growth through adaptive leadership practices and agile development solutions.

Outside of work, Ms. Stein supports child welfare causes. Her contributions to UNICEF and direct support for children and families in need reflect her mission to uplift others. Her long-term goals include launching or partnering with a foundation focused on child welfare.

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