Cialdini Institute Certified Influence Coach
Blake Holman
United States
Blake Holman is a seasoned executive leader, trainer, and certified practitioner of Dr. Robert Cialdini's Principles of Ethical Influence.
- Expertise
- Customer Service, HR, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Negotiation, Procurement, Public Speaking, Sales
- Languages
- English
- Certified since
- November 2024
About Blake Holman
Blake Holman is a seasoned executive leader, trainer, and certified practitioner of Dr. Robert Cialdini's Principles of Ethical Influence. With nearly two decades of experience as a Chief Information Officer, Blake has successfully guided organizations through digital transformation and change leadership, consistently leveraging influence and persuasion to drive alignment, collaboration, and results.
Committed to authenticity and ethical practice, Blake integrates Dr. Cialdini's principles into leadership coaching, executive training, and practical workshops. His engaging, real-world approach empowers professionals at all levels to ethically enhance their effectiveness, deepen stakeholder relationships, and achieve sustainable outcomes.
Blake is passionate about sharing his deep knowledge and experience to help leaders amplify their impact through ethical influence, ensuring integrity and respect remain at the heart of every interaction.
Experience and accomplishments
• Certified Ethical Influence Practitioner and Trainer under Dr. Robert Cialdini’s Principles of Persuasion.
• Nearly 20 years of executive leadership experience as a Chief Information Officer, successfully leading digital transformations and strategic initiatives.
• Published author of two books: "What Every Engineer Should Know About Excel" and "Security JumpStart Guide for Non-Profits"
• Frequent keynote speaker and workshop facilitator at executive forums, industry conferences, and professional associations.
• Recognized mentor and advisor, passionately dedicated to developing future technology and business leaders.
Clients
Organizations Blake has worked with.
Reviews
What participants say about Blake.
Reviews from people Blake has worked with, in their own words.
“Building relationships with engaging and consistent feedback”
Noel · July 2025
“I use these everyday but I will be sure to use them more effectively”
Kim · July 2025
“As a 47 yr educator at Galveston Ball HS. I found your content relevant and a confirmation to my classroom practices. I teach Professional Communication, and coach the UIL speech & debate team. The relational capacity, and allowing my students to know my journey and the importance of them to start identifying their passion for a career, not simply a job choice. Most of my students are sophomores, juniors with a few seniors. Career prep, importance of being a competent communicator and listener in your chosen career and in your personal and civic life are some of the objectives of my professional journey. Lastly, I enjoyed our short chat.”
Anonymous · July 2025
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Blake is a Cialdini Certified Influence Coach in the United States. Every Cialdini coach teaches from four decades of research on ethical influence.
You can join Blake in the global coach community. Start with POP or The Cialdini Method, then train for 8 hours with a CMCT to earn your certificate and badge.
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