Shawna Doyle

Dr. Shawna Norris is an executive coach, leadership strategist, and co-founder of Designer Discipline. With over two decades of experience in leadership and organizational development, her work centers on emotional intelligence, leadership under pressure, and personal transformation.

Her debut novel, Glass Jars & Glass Ceilings, explores the intersection of ambition, identity, relationships, and the unseen cost of navigating high-pressure environments. Through compelling storytelling, Shawna brings to life the quiet battles many women face on the rise to success without losing themselves.

Holding dual master's and doctoral credentials to support her executive coaching, Shawna is passionate about helping individuals and organizations lead with clarity, accountability, and purpose. Her work bridges research, real-world leadership, and lived experience.

She lives in Maryland with her family and continues to write, coach, and speak on leadership, resilience, and transformation.