About

About Our Core Services

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Executive Coaching

Enhances self-awareness, leadership authenticity, and performance
Guides senior leaders through complex business challenges

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Organizational Development (OD) & Leadership Consulting

Aligns team goals with company vision
Drives improved performance and growth

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Board Advisory & Human Capital Strategy

Provides expert guidance for rapid organizational growth
Offers strategic insights into human capital management

MEET THE FOUNDER

Mesale Solomon-Mendes

Mesale Solomon-Mendes, Founder and CEO of Proverbs Leadership Institute, brings over 25 years of global HR leadership across industries such as logistics, insurance, manufacturing, and healthcare.

Her decade as CHRO/CPO in private equity-backed companies has equipped her with deep expertise in:

Driving rapid organizational growth
Developing and executing talent strategies
Advising and presenting to boards across sectors

Mesale specializes in creating high-performing teams by helping leaders operate from their authentic selves, aligning human capital with business goals, and using data to drive impactful talent and business strategies.

She is also an ICF Credentialed Executive Coach, a distinction that reflects the highest standard in the coaching profession. The International Coaching Federation (ICF) credential is globally recognized and awarded to coaches who have met rigorous education and experience requirements, demonstrated a deep understanding of core coaching competencies, and committed to ongoing ethical practice. This credential reinforces Mesale’s commitment to excellence, accountability, and transformational leadership development.

At Proverbs Leadership Institute, she takes a holistic, results-driven approach, focusing on:

Enhancing leadership self-awareness and authenticity
Guiding senior leaders through complex challenges
Aligning team goals with company vision to improve performance and growth

Her unique blend of C-suite HR experience, private equity insights, and passion for data-driven strategies positions her as a trusted advisor in executive coaching and organizational development.

Credentials:

ICF Credentialed Executive Coach
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Communication, Western Michigan University
Master of Public Administration in Human Resources Management, Clark Atlanta University
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification

Our Values

Together We Empower

Leaders to operate from their authentic selves. When leaders embrace authenticity, they create a space where their teams feel motivated to contribute their best work, advancing both the team and the organization. This, in turn, fosters a culture that attracts and retains top talent and loyal customers, driving long-term success and growth. By building high performing, aligned teams, and a thriving organizational culture, we help create sustainable success.

Authenticity:

We believe in leading with integrity and being true to ourselves. At PLI, we help leaders embrace their authentic selves to build trust and inspire others.

Curiosity

A commitment to continuous learning and open-mindedness drives innovation and personal growth. We encourage leaders to stay curious and challenge the status quo.

Innovation

We leverage analytics and industry insights to drive meaningful talent strategies and business outcomes.

Self-Awareness

Understanding oneself is key to becoming a better leader. We guide leaders in developing a deep awareness of their strengths, blind spots, and impact on others.

Strategic Alignment

We are committed to aligning human capital with business goals, ensuring sustainable growth and organizational success.

Trust

Trust is the foundation of all successful relationships and teams. At PLI, we emphasize the importance of fostering trust through transparency, consistency, and accountability.