Daniela Veljkovic
Expertise:
Financial Services • Pharmaceutical • Technology • Information Technology • Healthcare • Government • Change Management • Organizational Behaviour • Project Management • IT • Corporate areas (Regulatory, Risk, Finance, HR)
Daniela Veljkovic is an executive coach and transformation lead with over two decades guiding leaders, driving business transformations, and building resilient, high-impact leadership cultures. As the founder of Luminary Leadership, Daniela partners with senior leaders and organizations to navigate complexity, accelerate growth, and elevate leadership capability through individual and team coaching, organizational and change enablement.
Currently serving as Global Director, R&D IT E2E Operations at AstraZeneca, Daniela operates at the intersection of strategic planning, operational excellence, and executive advisory. Her background includes leadership roles at TD Bank, BMO, Scotiabank, and OMERS, where she has led enterprise change, cultural transformation, and strategic initiatives that shape organizational outcomes. She is also a contributing voice within the PMI Lakeshore Chapter’s career development programs.
Daniela’s executive coaching practice is trusted by high-performing leaders and C-suite clients across sectors. She supports leaders in enhancing emotional intelligence, navigating pivotal transitions, and unlocking authentic executive presence. She is also known for her strategic acumen, collaborative style, and commitment to creating inclusive environments where leaders thrive. She is a trusted partner to executives seeking to lead with clarity, confidence, and impact in today’s evolving business landscape.
She holds a graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching from Royal Roads University, an Advanced Coaching Certification from the Ivey Business School at Western University, an MBA from Athabasca University and an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Employment Relations from the University of Toronto.
Certifications and Education
- MBA - Athabasca University
- PCC – International Coaching Federation
- PMP – Project Management Professional, PMI
- CCMP – Certified Change Management Professional, ACMP
- Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching - Royal Roads University
- Certified Practitioner – Leadership Circle Profile
- Certified Practitioner – Hogan Assessments
- Certified Practitioner – Systemic Team Coaching
- Certified Practitioner - EQ-i 2.0 / EQ 360
- Certified Practitioner – SuccessFinder Advanced level
