The Vellian Mission
Lead with Clarity and Impact
When Leaders Rise, Change Follows
Lead with Clarity and Impact
The Vellian Group exists to equip visionary leaders with the clarity, strategy, and confidence to rise above complexity and lead with impact. We help executives, board members, and high-potential professionals navigate pivotal transitions and shape the future with purpose.
Step Boldly Into What’s Next
When Leaders Rise, Change Follows
Lead with Clarity and Impact
Our mission is to empower bold, values-driven leaders to step fully into their next chapter. Through strategic coaching, narrative refinement, and leadership development, The Vellian Group helps individuals and organizations unlock their potential and amplify their influence.
When Leaders Rise, Change Follows
When Leaders Rise, Change Follows
When Leaders Rise, Change Follows
We believe the world changes when great leaders rise. The Vellian Group partners with executives and emerging leaders to elevate their vision, sharpen their strategy, and expand their impact — creating ripples of transformation across industries and communities.
See the Leader You Already Are
See the Leader You Already Are
When Leaders Rise, Change Follows
We meet leaders where they are — with clarity, purpose, and genuine care. The Vellian Group helps executives sharpen their strategy, strengthen their voice, and remove the roadblocks standing in the way of their next level. Whether the goal is to grow in place or rise higher, we help their audience see the leader they already are.
Elevate. Empower. Lead Boldly.
See the Leader You Already Are
Elevate. Empower. Lead Boldly.
At The Vellian Group, we believe leadership starts with clarity and intention. We partner with driven professionals to elevate their strategy, communication, and network — empowering them to keep their seat at the table or climb to the next one. Our mission is simple: remove obstacles, amplify strengths, and help leaders lead boldly.
Woman Owned Organization.
See the Leader You Already Are
Elevate. Empower. Lead Boldly.
The Vellian Group is a woman-owned consulting firm in the Pacific Northwest dedicated to helping clients achieve clarity, confidence, and impact through strategic career readiness, executive coaching, and professional development.
Meet The Vellian Leadership
Meet Our Founder & CEO, Heather Joy
Founded by Heather Joy Hill, The Vellian Group is an executive coaching and leadership strategy firm built on the belief that great leadership creates lasting impact.
An experienced Executive Career Strategist, Leadership Whisperer, and Vision Architect, Heather brings over 15 years of experience guiding executives, senior military leaders, and board members to clarify their voice, elevate their leadership, and own their narrative.
Our approach blends board-level strategy, executive storytelling, and targeted leadership development to help clients rise with clarity and confidence. With a focus on career pivots, leadership transitions, and board readiness, we serve senior leaders across industries — from tech and government to finance, nonprofit, and education. Our coaching is personal, strategic, and actionable.
Bruce McKinnon — Executive Advisor
Business Transformation | Operational Scale & Clarity | Executive Development
Bruce McKinnon is an Executive Advisor who brings Fortune 500 experience in technology, global sales, and digital transformation to leaders navigating complex strategic landscapes. He partners with executives at moments of growth, change, and inflection—helping them strengthen decision-making, align teams, and translate vision into disciplined execution.
Bruce's work sits at the intersection of strategy, operations, and people. Bruce helps organizations scale without losing focus, trust, or momentum. Known for his direct, grounded advisory style, Bruce equips leaders to lead through change, build resilient systems, and create organizations ready for the future. At The Vellian Group, he is a trusted thought partner to executives who value clarity, accountability, and progress—without ego.
Jordan Turel — Executive Advisor
Business Process Transformation | Strategic Connector | Growth Advocate
Jordan is an experienced MBA and people-focused leader with a record of accomplishment spanning the business services, construction, financial technology, and nonprofit sectors. With senior roles in small businesses to Fortune 500 firms, he is credited with having created and saved millions in revenue, known for driving results through strategy, execution, and leadership.
As an Executive Advisor with the Vellian Group, Jordan adapts to diverse client needs balancing strategic thinking with practical execution. Having transitioned from small businesses to middle market and bulge bracket enterprises, Jordan knows and has implemented successful processes / systems to advance real world results. Through careful listening and analysis, Jordan helps clients in maximizing their strengths and proposes actionable solutions to improve real outcomes. He provides qualitative / quantitative ideas, offers unique and specific insights, and assists clients in real time to produce results.