Your leadership partner for middle-market success

With over 30 years of leadership experience, Jim Abate is a seasoned finance executive and ICF-certified executive coach

known for driving innovation, building high-performing teams, and achieving remarkable results in both corporate and entrepreneurial settings.  Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a keen ability to lead large teams and effectively manage large budgets.  Jim has been at the forefront of spearheading the development of innovative financial processes to adapt to the ever-evolving business landscape.  
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What People Say

  • “Jim’s style of coaching is a mixture of pragmatism and a genuine desire to help others succeed. Our coaching sessions are both challenging and warmly conversational. As executives, we should always push to know what we do not already know. LeaderMine allows me to seek that growth within an open and engaging architecture.”

    Matt Campbell, Regional Vice President, Touchstone Investments

  • Laura Gibson

    “Jim’s influence has been a cornerstone in my professional development. His adept understanding of financial strategy and executive leadership coaching has not only accelerated my career but also enriched my approach to facing challenges. An exceptional coach, mentor and leader.”

    Laura Gibson-Lamothe, Executive Director, Georgia FinTech Academy

  • “Jim was the CFO for the business unit I managed within a large national bank. I was always impressed by his knowledge, attention to detail, openness to change and hard work.  But, what set Jim apart was his calm approach to problem solving and the relationships he built with our team and across the bank that helped us achieve our goals.”

    Jon Curley, Global Chief Compliance Officer, Pensionmark, A World Company

  • “Jim’s coaching and mentoring was beyond anything I ever expected. I can truly say his advice alters lives. I was struggling with choosing a path amongst a variety of options. While discussing my career goals with him he asked hard questions, pushed me to challenge myself, and built my confidence to the point that I felt ready to make a choice that I am pursuing with conviction.”

    Simran Rai, Incoming Leadership Development Program Associate, Truist Financial

  • “Jim is a strong leader and strategic thinker with deep experience and the ability to effectively communicate ideas for success. Jim provides a steady hand and calm confidence in navigating challenging situations; the teams he has built reflect the same values and effectiveness. I am happy to call him a friend; his advice and mentorship have invaluable as I have moved through my career.’

    Beth Santanna, Director, Technology Risk Office, RBC Bank

Service Offerings

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Executive Coaching

Our executive coaching services cater to leaders at every level with an emphasis on nurturing emerging talent. Whether you're a seasoned leader seeking greater effectiveness or an emerging leader aiming for success, LeaderMine will help you proactively leverage change to maximize your personal growth and development.

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Leadership Mentoring & Development

Utilizing case study analysis and discussion, LeaderMine will energize your professional development by stimulating your strategic thinking and improving your ability to effectively deliver desired outcomes. Achieve consistent success through precise, execution-focused management of people, processes, and technology.

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Transition Coaching

LeaderMine offers personalized support and guidance to navigate career changes, empowering you to identify strengths, explore opportunities, and strategically plan your next move with confidence.

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CFO Consulting

Specializing in technology investment and financial management, LeaderMine offers customized solutions to assist senior leaders in evaluating strategic alternatives for financial alignment with business objectives, ensuring effective execution.