Professional Background

Lissa Appiah is a multiple award-winning Executive Coach and the Founder of WeApply Canada, a career and leadership development firm committed to helping introverted leaders and their teams thrive. With a career spanning over 14 years in the Canadian federal public service, Lissa held progressive roles in policy, operations, and human resources, earning five promotions in under eight years and recognition, including the Deputy Minister’s Award of Excellence.

As a bilingual Certified Career Strategist and ICF member, Lissa has coached and trained over 1,000 professionals across North America, guiding high-potential individuals and leadership teams to strengthen executive presence, articulate their value, and lead with authenticity. She specializes in supporting professionals who feel overlooked or underleveraged, helping them advance into leadership roles without compromising who they are.

Lissa’s expertise has been trusted by Fortune 500 companies, governments, and mission-driven organizations. She is globally recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice and personal branding expert, known for helping leaders and founders build credibility, visibility, and influence through their career stories.

Lissa brings a calm yet strategic presence to her coaching, grounded in deep training in organizational coaching, leadership development, and behavioural assessment. She believes in redefining leadership by centering quiet strength, clarity, and purpose, empowering clients to lead on their own terms.

Education/Training

• Organizational Coaching Certificate, The University of British Columbia

• Master of Arts, Public Administration, Carleton University

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration and Sociology, University of Ottawa

• Certified Career Strategist & Certified Resume Strategist, Career Professionals of Canada 

• DISC® & 12 Driving Forces® , TTI Success Insights® Certified & Behavioral Consultant, ProfilingPro®

• Certificate in Organizational Leadership, Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto

• Professional Certification in Negotiation, Carleton University

• Coaching Skills for Leaders & Managers, LinkedIn Learning

• Member of the ICF, International Coaching Federation 

Select Awards & Recognition 

• Top 20 Career Coach in Canada (2025)

• Top 20 LinkedIn Influencers in Canada (2025)

• Top 15 Coaches in Ottawa (2025) 

• LinkedIn Top Voice (2024)

• Canada’s Top 100 Black Women to Watch (2022)