Robin Francis

Robin Francis is a proud product of the St. Paul Public Schools. She received her Bachelor of Arts at Virginia State University, and Master of Arts at the University of St. Thomas. Robin holds an Ed Specialist degree and K-12 principal licensure. Most recently, Robin achieved her Director of Special Education license. Robin is a certified coach and retreat leader.  She is currently working on her doctorate degree in special education leadership.

Robin’s leadership spans over 20 years, starting as a classroom teacher, a building principal, and a district level leader. She also consults with charter schools helping to develop systems, create processes for staff and students and educational practices that ensure equity is at the forefront of all conversations and academic action. She has assisted districts and trained multiple teams who were working with voluntary Office of Civil Rights agreements.

Recently, Robin decided to leave her position as the Director of Equity and Inclusion with Eastern Carver County Schools to join Forbes Solutions PLLC. as a consultant to launch and expand The Finding Human Institute LLC.

Robin believes that the work of equity is vital to helping students build a strong foundation for their academic and social journey; and that equity is a non-negotiable that our educational system must hold space for.

Robin is also a practitioner for Insights Discovery™.

Coaching with Robin Francis

Transformative Leadership for a Diverse and Dynamic Workforce

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, organizations must lead with both agility and authenticity. Equity is no longer a sideline initiative  it’s a leadership imperative. Robin Francis partners with companies and leadership teams to help them navigate complexity, strengthen culture, and build inclusive, resilient organizations.

Executive & Emerging Leader Coaching (1:1)

For mission-driven executives, directors, and team leads navigating complex organizational demands. Includes an Insights Discovery™ assessment to enhance communication and align leadership style with equity goals.

Team Alignment & Equity Coaching

For departments or project teams experiencing misalignment or burnout. Facilitates trust-building, inclusive decision-making, and regenerative leadership grounded in equity.

Restorative Leadership Coaching

For HR leaders, managers, or DEI teams embedding restorative practices into organizational culture. Supports conflict resolution, belonging, and empathetic leadership.

Clarity and Momentum Package
$1,400.00

Investment: $1,400
Includes:

  • 4 hours of 1:1 coaching (scheduled over 4–6 weeks)

  • Initial strategy session + goal alignment

  • Insights Discovery™ or leadership style assessment 

  • Email support between sessions

Leadership Transformation Package
$4,200.00

Investment: $4,200
Includes:

  • 12 hours of coaching (over 3–4 months)

  • Insights Discovery™ or leadership style assessment 

  • Leadership self-assessment + personalized growth plan

  • Session notes with key takeaways and action items

  • Email support and one emergency 30-min check-in

Deep Dive Package
$8,400.00

Investment: $8,400
Includes:

  • 24 hours of coaching (over 6 months)

  • Insights Discovery™ or leadership style assessment 

  • Comprehensive Insights Discovery™ debrief and integration

  • Two 60-minute strategy calls 

  • Unlimited email and priority scheduling

Equity Team Coaching
$2,800.00

Investment: $2,800 per team session (2 hours, up to 8 participants)

  • Focused on alignment, trust-building, equity leadership, or communication

  • Includes pre-session consult and follow-up synthesis

  • Custom themes available (e.g., Thriving Through Change)