Authentic Leadership is Transformative
When we understand what is innate, our authentic leadership is transformative.
At The Wit and Wisdom Collaborative, we support individuals in identifying their innate energy and motivation, aligning aspirations and actions to enable transformative and enduring change. Our focus is supporting nonprofit leaders and teams, representing or allied with historically marginalized communities. We hold deep affinity for those working to transform large-scale systems, supporting collective good.
The Mission
Our mission is to empower nonprofit leaders and teams working toward systemic change, equity, and justice.
Through intentional development, personalized coaching, and tailored resources, we foster collaboration, inspire growth, and create lasting impact.
We equip leaders and teams to navigate complex, evolving environments confidently and purposefully.
The Motivation
The Wit and Wisdom Collaborative was born from the innate belief that with the necessary tools and support, every individual can be a great leader. We believe there are leaders at all levels, beyond those with titles and positions at the top of hierarchies. Wit and Wisdom supports leaders on their own paths, including designing their unique leadership style.
Our name celebrates the perfect balance of deep authenticity and joyful truth-telling that drives transformational change. We specialize in partnering with nonprofit organizations led by and serving historically marginalized communities, recognizing that their authentic voices and lived experiences are essential forces for social transformation.
The Offerings
Leadership Development
Personalized, Enneagram-based sessions to deepen self-awareness and access your innate leadership style.
Options for quick, focused sessions or deeper, ongoing work.
Develop tools and strategies to enhance leadership, communication, collaboration, team development and decision-making.
Ideal for leaders seeking to connect their intuition, identity, influence, and impact.
Team Transformation
Dynamic, Enneagram-based sessions for team growth and development.
Customized for groups as small as 3, or as large as 25.*
Strengthen collaboration, communication, and conflict resolution.
Develop empathy, openness, trust, empathy, shared experience, and alignment of purpose.
The Team
Charmaine Mercer, Ph.D. She/Her
The moment Charmaine steps into a room, the energy shifts. This California native has an effervescent presence and a gift for helping leaders access their innate wisdom. An Enneagram 8, she moves through the world with an innate force—bold, unapologetic, and deeply committed to justice. She leads with humility, curiosity, and genuine connection, proving that strength and vulnerability are not opposites, but powerful allies.
As a pioneering voice in racial equity, education policy, and philanthropic reform, Charmaine supports and guides leaders and teams to make transformative and enduring change. Her leadership style, enriched by insights from the Enneagram and years of self-discovery, creates spaces where inner wisdom becomes the compass for revolutionary change.
She embodies the truth that embracing your innate power isn’t just a leadership style—it’s the catalyst for transforming the world.
Let’s Begin Your Journey
Every leader's journey to authentic power is unique. We'd love to hear your story and explore how we can support your transformation into fully embodied leadership.
What to Expect
Initial Discovery Conversation
Custom Transformation Plan
Ongoing Support and Evolution
Community Connection