Xiaomei Zhou retired in December 2024 after an illustrious three-decade career at a Fortune 100 company, where she rose to the role of Vice President and General Manager, leading a global software organization of several hundred people. A trailblazer in women leadership and diversity, she co-chaired the Network of Executive Women Board and served as the executive sponsor for her company’s coaching program. In 2022, Xiaomei co-sponsored her company’s successful application to win the prestigious International Coaching Federation (ICF) Prism Award, showcasing her commitment to advancing organizational coaching excellence.
Today, Xiaomei channels her passion for coaching and leadership development through her role as the Director of Education and Professional Development on the ICF Oregon Board, As the Founder & CEO of BEAMX Consulting, she provides coaching services to individuals, teams, groups and organizations to unlock their unrealized potential through tailored coaching methodologies, integrating the principles of ikigai to inspire purpose-driven alignment and bring more joy and fulfillment to life.
A lifelong learner, Xiaomei is an ICF PCC certified coach, New Ventures West Certified Integral Coach, and a Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder Centered Certified Coach. She is also a certified professional in several assessments, including Birkman, Korn Ferry, and Advanced Hogan. Xiaomei believes that coaching is a transformative journey that illuminates dreams, uncovers hidden talents, and reveals new perspectives, enabling her clients to live fulfilled and purpose-driven lives.
What sets Xiaomei apart on serving her coaching clients:
Linked In: linkedin.com/in/xiaomei-zhou-pcc
Email: [email protected]
Today, Xiaomei channels her passion for coaching and leadership development through her role as the Director of Education and Professional Development on the ICF Oregon Board, As the Founder & CEO of BEAMX Consulting, she provides coaching services to individuals, teams, groups and organizations to unlock their unrealized potential through tailored coaching methodologies, integrating the principles of ikigai to inspire purpose-driven alignment and bring more joy and fulfillment to life.
A lifelong learner, Xiaomei is an ICF PCC certified coach, New Ventures West Certified Integral Coach, and a Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder Centered Certified Coach. She is also a certified professional in several assessments, including Birkman, Korn Ferry, and Advanced Hogan. Xiaomei believes that coaching is a transformative journey that illuminates dreams, uncovers hidden talents, and reveals new perspectives, enabling her clients to live fulfilled and purpose-driven lives.
What sets Xiaomei apart on serving her coaching clients:
- Executive Leadership & Coaching Expertise: With 30 years as a global executive in a Fortune 100 company and a wealth of professional coaching experience, Xiaomei bridges real-world business acumen with coaching mastery. Her numerous testimonials highlight how her coaching has helped clients make a greater impact, advance their careers, and achieve lasting transformation. Prior to her retirement, Xiaomei was a frequent keynote speaker. She has inspired audiences on topics such as self-awareness, resilience, happiness, thriving in adversity, and aligning with life’s purpose.
- Multicultural & Multilingual Perspective: As an immigrant and a woman leader in a male-dominated industry, Xiaomei brings a deep understanding of navigating diverse cultural contexts. Fluent in English and Chinese, she equips her clients with the confidence to excel in their careers and thrive in multicultural, distributed teams. Her seven years on international assignments outside the U.S. have enriched her coaching with global insights and empathy.
- Proven Track Record in Transformational Coaching: Xiaomei has coached leaders at all levels, with a focus on senior and executive leaders. Her clients consistently describe their experiences as transformational, with outcomes that enhance both professional success and personal fulfillment. Below are a few quotes her clients shared via LinkedIn recommendations:
- “It is rare to encounter someone who excels as both an exceptional executive leader and an experienced coach, Xiaomei embodies both qualities effortlessly. Her 30 years of industry experience as a global leader add a unique depth to her coaching, enabling her to understand and relate to my challenges on a profound level. Xiaomei's ability to draw from her extensive background and apply it to our coaching sessions made her guidance incredibly relevant and practical.”
- “What truly stood out to me was Xiaomei's ability to offer practical and tailored advice. They were simple, yet impactful and helped me foster deeper connections.”
- “In particular, it has improved my overall happiness and fulfillment in life. I focus more on things that are directly in my control and have fewer attachments now. This empowered me to serve my team and the people I touch every day better.”
Linked In: linkedin.com/in/xiaomei-zhou-pcc
Email: [email protected]
