Arlene Tressler

At Johns Hopkins, Arlene Tressler serves as a lecturer in the MS in Biotechnology program. A leadership strategist, executive coach, and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience transforming leaders, organizations, and the way business is done, she is the Founder and CEO of Metanoia Management Consultants. This award-winning firm operates at the forefront of strategy, innovation, executive coaching, experiential learning, digital transformation, and high-performance team science where Tressler equips organizations to navigate complexity, unlock potential, and drive bold, lasting change.

Partnering with C-suite executives, multinational corporations, and government institutions across more than 15 countries, she shapes next-generation leadership and accelerates meaningful organizational impact worldwide.

Tressler’s career spans senior human capital and executive roles in FTSE 100 and Fortune 100 companies like Royal & Sun Alliance and Motorola, giving her unparalleled insight into the behaviors, motivations, and challenges that define global business. She has led large-scale organizational transformations, designed world-class executive programs, and developed inclusive governance frameworks that empower leaders to think boldly, act decisively and deliver measurable results.

Tressler holds an MA in Sociology and a BA in Psychology and Sociology. She has further enhanced her expertise with executive certifications from Cornell University’s Johnson School of Management and the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. As a certified Executive Coach, SHRM Senior Certified Professional, and Psychometric Assessor accredited by the British Psychological Society, she blends academic rigor, behavioral science, and practical leadership expertise to deliver transformative results.