Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer
Co-Founder & CEO
Coach, Speaker, Entrepreneur
Jefferson City, MO, USA
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Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer is the Co-Founder of The Zeal of the Heel and Founder & CEO of Bentzen Performance Partners.
Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer is a corporate executive, human capital strategist, author, and executive coach. Working from the time she was 14, her leadership journey began early. A working mom and breadwinner serving in predominantly male-led industries, throughout most of her 30-year career she was the youngest and only female on the executive team.
Navigating a career as a chief executive in gaming, hospitality, and healthcare, while raising two children and pursuing advanced degrees, Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer has experienced the joys and challenges of trying to “have it all.” With deep appreciation for those who shined a light for her, and as a social psychologist with a passion to unleash human potential, she feels a personal responsibility to help women claim their agency and amplify their possibilities.
The Zeal of the Heel
What sets Zeal apart is their practical experience, decades of research, and an unwavering commitment to empowering women in their careers. For organizations and associations alike, Zeal offers a fresh perspective and a flexible approach that resonates deeply with the women in your space.
Their methodology featured in Now, Near, Next, isn’t just innovative—it’s relatable and, most importantly, actionable. Cynthia and Kimberly bring their practical guide to life through public speaking, workshops, consulting, and coaching services focused on unleashing talent and actualizing the potential of women professionals.
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Bentzen Performance Partners
Bentzen Performance Partners is a distinguished global firm that stands as a premier provider of transformative organizational development services. Bentzen Performance Partners equips CEOs to lead the way in elevating organizational landscapes that unleash human potential, delight customers, and realize market dominance.
Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer is also featured on our premiere Features Page, and you can read her podcast interview transcript.