What we believe

At Relational Leadership, we believe that competency is not enough. True leadership is about more than technical skills; it's about who you are at your core.

The quality of your life and leadership depends on the quality of your relationships. That’s why our approach goes beyond traditional coaching and consulting to focus on building authentic connections and fostering integrity—both personally, within organizations, and with the marketplace.

Our mission is to help leaders and teams operate from a place of congruency and clarity, so they not only know what to do but also why they are doing it. With decades of combined experience working with high-performing leaders across diverse fields—from national law firms and top-tier school districts to million-dollar startups, leading nonprofits, and creative agencies - we are uniquely equipped to help you navigate the complexities of modern leadership.

Our Approach

Our identity-based approach starts with a simple truth:
when you know who you are, you know what to do.

This self-awareness forms the bedrock for all our work, from coaching individual leaders to aligning entire teams and refining communication strategies.

We focus on the relational dynamics that drive success—helping you lead with integrity, build trust, and create a culture of alignment.

This clarity extends beyond the boardroom, impacting every sphere of life, because we understand that the true measure of success is not just professional achievement but the quality of the relationships you cultivate.

Our Founders

Nick Bogardus

Nick brings 20 years of proven, effective leadership in the marketplace and ministry. Most recently, as Sr. VP of Marketing & Communications, Nick was responsible for leading 14 person marketing team at a B2B SaaS company in two years of >26% revenue growth. He did this after a decade of planting and pastoring two churches in Orange County.

Prior to that he built an artist management company that created careers for multiple bands who grew from the garage to the main stage at Coachella, and oversaw bringing 14 albums to market - one certified Gold and multiple charting in the top 10 on Billboard. He also led PR/Media Relations for one of the largest, fastest growing churches in the US where he secured regular coverage in outlets like the Washington Post and CNN, led communications for multiple book releases, and was responsible for the communications on platforms with over 600K monthly visitors and social followers.

For fun, Nick loves trail running, surfing, and cooking on his Big Green Egg.

Kim Bogardus

Kim has her Masters-Level Certification in Executive Coaching and Counseling from the John Townsend Institute at Concordia University and her BA in Communications from APU. 

As a Certified Executive Coach with over a decade of experience, Kim specializes in helping leaders unlock their potential and drive meaningful change. At Relational Leadership, she has partnered with national law firms, top-tier school districts, nonprofits, and award-winning creative agencies to achieve significant results, including 15-25% revenue growth and a 90% increase in employee retention. Her coaching approach emphasizes self-awareness, core values, and personal vision, fostering authentic leadership.

In addition to coaching, Kim has led educational and nonprofit growth, contributing to a 141% increase in enrollment and a 56% growth at membership. Her diverse background, including Peace Corps service, equips her to help leaders and organizations navigate complex challenges with clarity and purpose.

For fun, Kim loves trail running, lifting, and baking some of the best cookies you’ve ever had.

What People Are Saying

  • Megan D.

    “Relational Leadership supported my personal and professional development which positively impacted all of my relationships.

    The coaching process supported my progress towards clearly defined leadership goals which encouraged intentional living at work and home.”

  • Jim Cofield, The Relational Soul (co-author)

    “Leadership is a future-defining ability that requires great clarity and courage, honesty and humility, passion and persistence. It also requires community—another set of eyes and ears to confirm or confront one’s ideas.

    If you are serious about reaching your potential by having a leadership coach, I strongly recommend Nick and Kim to you.

    Both have the education and life experience to help you. Both have the heart to serve you. Both will prove their worth in a short amount of time. So invest in your future as you lead others into their future.”

  • Dave Owens, Executive Director | Harbor Network

    Nick and Kim have taught, led, coached, and counseled in a number of different venues and circumstances for us over the years.

    With over two decades of experience in both ministry and the marketplace, they have the scope of experience to help provide coaching and training for your team to flourish. I highly recommend them!

  • Alex Early, Pastor & Author

    Nick and Kim Bogardus are an incredible couple! Having known them for a number of years and interacted with them both on personal and professional levels they consistently strive to practice what they teach as healthy leaders. “Humble”, “aware”, and “humorous” are words that describe their tone in training. “Thoughtful” “excellent”, and “clear” are words that describe their expertise in the content they deliver. 5 stars.”

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