About Us

Barbara Ortiz

Transformative Leadership and Communication Expert

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Barbara Ortiz

Barbara Ortiz is a highly accomplished professional with a wealth of experience in transformative leadership, effective communication, and mentoring. As the Co-Founder and CFO of Ardaithe Consulting, LLC, she brings a unique perspective to her work, drawing from over 35 years of service as an Air Force veteran.

Barbara’s impressive career began as an aircraft mechanic, and through dedication and determination, she steadily climbed the ranks, ultimately retiring as a Colonel in 2020. Her success as a woman in a traditionally male-dominated field has equipped her with valuable insights and a passion for mentoring both men and women, empowering them to enhance their communication skills and foster successful collaborations.

Recognized for her exceptional leadership style, Barbara skillfully blends hard and soft skills, creating a mentoring approach that is both transformative and reflective. Through open and honest communication, self-reflection, and problem-solving, she guides individuals towards improved professional success and enhanced organizational outcomes.

Barbara’s mentoring method is known for its creative and practical approach, inspiring individuals to reach their goals while maintaining balance and perspective. Her guidance goes beyond the professional sphere, nurturing personal growth and enabling clients to succeed holistically.

With her compassionate guidance, results-oriented mentoring, and practical strategies, Barbara empowers clients to make meaningful and long-lasting changes in their lives. Whether in the boardroom or in personal interactions, Barbara’s expertise has helped countless individuals achieve success in diverse settings.

Barbara is a strong advocate for Women Veterans and was appointed by the Governor of Nevada to her seat on the Women Veterans Advisory Committee. She also serves as the Women Veterans representative to the Nevada Veterans Services Commission.

When seeking a seasoned professional to unlock your full potential and drive meaningful change, Barbara Ortiz is the ideal partner to help you succeed both personally and professionally.”

Barbara Ortiz

Our Specialties

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  • Strategic Leadership
  • Training Development and Delivery
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Coaching & Mentoring
  • Diversity/Inclusion/Equity/Belonging
  • Investigative Services
  • Ethics
  • Compliance & Internal Policy

 

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What We Do

Ardaithe—A Gaelic Word That Means To Lift Up Or Elevate

Our goal is to assist you in elevating your workforce and executive leadership team by creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and growth within your organizations.  We provide individualized consulting on strategic leadership and management issues.  We handle internal clarifications and/or investigations into workplace disputes and personnel matters along with compliance reviews of internal policy.  We develop and deliver tailored training on a variety of topics, to include Ethics, Equal Employment Opportunity, alternatives to Sexual Harassment Prevention such as Bystander Intervention.

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