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Thrive Impact Advisory

Strategic HR Advisory & Executive Coaching for Growth-Stage and Complex Organizations

Thrive Impact Advisory

Strategic HR Advisory & Executive Coaching for Growth-Stage and Complex Organizations

Welcome to Thrive Impact Advisory

Senior HR Leadership, When and Where You Need It

Thrive Impact Advisory partners with CEOs, business owners, and leadership teams to build high-performing organizations — through strategic HR consulting, AI-enabled transformation, and ICF-certified executive coaching.

WHO I WORK WITH

I work with growth-stage companies, small and mid-market businesses navigating complexity — workforce scaling, M&A integration, organizational redesign, performance management and succession planning.

WHAT I OFFER

CONSULTING SERVICES

Strategic HR Consulting Partnering with CEOs and leadership teams to build organizations that perform.

HR Strategy & Organizational Design: Workforce planning, org design, talent development, succession planning and performance management.
M&A HR Integration: Post-acquisition HR buildouts, cultural alignment Talent framework alignment and compensation benchmarking.
Fractional & Interim HR Support: Senior-level HR expertise on demand — HR operations, compliance, employee relations, HRIS, and policy development.

EXECUTIVE COACHING

Executive & Leadership Coaching ICF-certified coaching grounded in 18+ years of real HR leadership experience.

C-Suite & Senior Leader Coaching: Confidential, goal-focused coaching for executives navigating leadership transitions, influence, and high-stakes decisions.
Mid-Manager Development: Building executive presence, leadership effectiveness, and organizational agility in high-potential managers.
Career Transition Coaching: Strategic guidance for professionals navigating pivots, job searches, and professional reinvention.

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Meet Ritu

Ritu Barkotoky

About Me

I am a senior HR executive with 18+ years of experience building and leading HR functions in complex, high-growth, and PE-backed environments — including manufacturing, automotive, and multi-site operations.

My career spans organizations including ZF, Honda Manufacturing of Indiana, Wolverine Advanced Materials, MISO Energy, Amsted Automotive, and Slate Auto.

I founded Thrive Impact Advisory to bring senior HR leadership to organizations that need it — on a fractional, interim, or project basis — while also pursuing full-time Senior HR Leadership opportunities in the Detroit and West Michigan market.

I am also an ICF-certified executive coach with hundreds of hours of coaching experience, helping leaders at every level lead with clarity, resilience, and impact.

Outside of work, I'm a mom, wife, workout and dance enthusiast, and I enjoy cooking for my family and friends. I believe the best workplaces are built by leaders who know themselves — and I bring that belief to every engagement.

Background and Credentials

Education & Certifications:

Master's degree in human resources and organizational development from Eastern Michigan University.
ICF certified coach (ACC) and CPCC (Certified Professional CoActive Coach) with over hundreds of hours of training and coaching experience.
Career Coach Certification from Transformation Academy.
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) from HRCI.
Acumax Index Certified Specialist, psychometric assessment from AcuMax Index.
Executive Education certificate from University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Accelerating Change Readiness and Agility Certificate from UC Berkeley Executive Education.
Fostering Inclusion & Diversity from Yale School of Management.

Skills and Abilities:

Emotional Intelligence and Empathy
Active Listening and effective communication
Cultural competence
Goal setting and feedback
Asking Powerful Questions and Problem Solving
Adaptability and open-mindedness
Respect for the client and confidentiality

Testimonials

"Ritu has a solid loving presence, it's consistent throughout our entire session and her positive influence ripples out into my life. Throughout my days I remember the powerful sessions we've had and her smiling and compassionate face. She knows how to ask the questions that my soul really wants to hear. I see that my life has transformed profoundly because of the work we do together. I always leave inspired. Currently, I feel emboldened with courage and excitement to step into a new way of being- one that supports the highest vision of my life that I can think of. The confidence I've gained fosters broader impacts- I'm not afraid to play big and do big things. And this is how I truly want to live my life, with an authentic sense of confidence, not to be delayed by fear any longer. Ritu has my highest respect for helping me get there. "

"I am incredibly grateful for the support I received from Ritu. She is an exceptional listener who creates a safe space for open dialogue. Ritu has a remarkable ability to crystallize my feelings, helping me gain clarity on what I truly want and need. With her guidance, I’ve been able to take actionable steps toward my goals. Her empathy and insight have made a significant difference in my journey, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking support and understanding."

" My coaching sessions with Ritu have been nothing short of transformational, both for my business and my personal growth. Her empathetic and insightful approach helped me acknowledge my accomplishments, gain clarity, and recognize my true potential.

One aspect that truly sets Ritu apart is her ability to share intuitive ‘hits’ that consistently resonated with me. These insights, coupled with practical guidance, enabled me to chart a new, more powerful path forward. Ritu's passion for her work is evident in every interaction, and her unwavering commitment to her clients' success is both inspiring and motivating. I wholeheartedly recommend Ritu to anyone seeking a dedicated, intuitive, and skilled coach to help them elevate their business and personal growth journey."