Lead authentically and with wisdom.
Build Flourishing Cross-Cultural Teams.

Wisdom-informed pathways to emotional and relational health for leaders worldwide.

Are You Struggling to Lead in Complex Environments?

Leaders like you face challenging decisions, misaligned teams, and uncertain environments. These hurdles demand more wisdom, clarity, and emotional resilience than you might feel equipped to provide.

Leadership should inspire flourishing, but too often it feels estranged and overwhelming.

Suhba Groups (Coaching Cohorts)

Our Suhba Circles offers a space where leaders come together to share experiences, build trust, and grow in emotional and relational health. These groups help leaders flourish both personally and professionally.

Wisdom-Informed Tools

Using proven frameworks like the Palm Tree Model and practical emotional health strategies, we equip leaders with actionable tools to foster growth, resilience, and trust within their teams. These tools help leaders navigate challenges with clarity and empathy.

Cross-Cultural Expertise

Our programs are tailored for leaders working in diverse environments, providing insights and strategies to connect authentically across cultural boundaries. We help leaders adapt, connect, and thrive in any setting.

John Wainwright

Director and Founder

John Wainwright is a seasoned leadership coach with a passion for helping leaders thrive emotionally and relationally. With decades of cross-cultural experience and a proven track record in leadership development, John brings wisdom, empathy, and practical tools to every coaching session. Having walked the journey himself, John understands the challenges leaders face and knows what it takes to overcome them. He and his team guide leaders toward building trust, fostering connection, and leading with confidence in any environment.

From Overwhelmed to Resilient and Grounded

Leaders who partner with Hikma Leadership move from:

Stretched thin to Feeling supported and confident.

Unresolved conflicts to fostering trust and innovation.

Emotional exhaustion to sustaining well-being and team growth.

From disconnection to cultivating long-term impact and flourishing.

Lead Wisely. Connect Authentically. Thrive Together.

Step 1

Assess Emotional and Relational Health

Understand the gaps holding you back and gain clarity about your leadership style.

Step 2

Join Cohorts and One-on-One Coaching

Engage in “Suhba” groups—trust-filled environments where leaders learn and grow together—and highly individualized one-on-one sessions.

Step 3

Lead with Purpose and Wisdom

Use practical frameworks like the Palm Tree Model to cultivate flourishing relationships and teams.

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FREE DOWNLOAD

The Path to Emotionally Healthy Leadership

How to Thrive Without Burning Out

In today’s fast-paced world, leadership often feels like a pressure cooker. But the truth is, sustainable leadership doesn’t come from grinding harder—it comes from leading with emotional health. That’s why we created The Path to Emotionally Healthy Leadership—a free guide to help leaders navigate stress, build trust, and create lasting impact.

This practical resource offers timeless wisdom and actionable tools to help you:

  • Regulate emotions and lead with resilience—even under pressure.

  • Build trust that unlocks creativity, loyalty, and performance.

  • Cultivate growth through the Palm Tree Model of leadership.

  • Create emotionally safe environments where teams can flourish.

It’s time to stop struggling with complex decisions
and relational strain and avoid the usual burnout,
disconnection, or stalled growth.