Create The Space

We help leaders create the space for growth

Organization & Leadership Development | Executive Coaching | Facilitation | Consulting

About Us

About Create The Space

We’re all about helping leaders like you grow and succeed. Led by Zayna Kunic, a seasoned expert with 30 years of experience, our focus is on real, impactful change at the individual, team and organizational levels, Zayna’s work spans across healthcare, education, technology, and more industries, always aiming to make a meaningful difference.

We believe in creating positive transformations, not just by learning, but by applying that learning to your current challenges. Our approach is simple: we partner with you to build the leadership skills you need to thrive, whether you’re navigating complex changes or looking to inspire your team.

With a commitment to fostering a supportive and engaging environment, we help you develop the confidence and strategies to lead with purpose.

Workshops

Designed to provide groups and teams with the skills to lead themselves & others. Focus includes: leading change & transition, facilitating strategic plans, culture shifts, visioning, values alignment, emotional intelligence, alignment, emotional intelligence. feedback, difficult conversations, and coaching skills (listening, curiosity, asking great questions, focusing on an outcome).
Workshop Packages
Clear Leadership | Coaching Out of the
Box | Conference Model | Diamond Power Index EQ in Action | Human Systems Dynamics | Mindfulness | Myers Briggs Assessment | ORSC Organization & Relationship Systems at Work | Power Systems Organizational Workshop |
Prosci Change Practitioner | Yoga & Meditation |

Coaching

Executive Coaching
Partners in a confidential & challenging space to maximize influence & impact for individual & organization.

Individual Coaching
Provides a safe, supportive, confidential, and challenging space for leaders to develop.

Team Coaching
Supports teams in creating a culture of learning and development. Enhances clear communication, connection & engagement.

Coaching Circles
Participatory space where 4-6 individuals take a coach approach—curiosity, listening, and open-ended questions—to resolve challenges.

Mentor Coaching
International Coaching Federation Mentoring potential coaches.

Organization Development Consultant

Strategy Culture Change & Transition
Focus is on human development at work. Essentially partnering with individuals and teams to build increased engagement, productivity, focus, and purpose.

Some of the ways I do this are as:
Systems Change Expert Leader. Culture Builder & Innovator
Efficient Designer Process Consultant & Data Synthesizer
Business Advisor Strategic Catalyst, Results-Oriented Leader & Trusted Advisor
Credible Strategist Influencer, Collaborative Communicator, Cross-Cultural Navigator
Informed Consultant Self-Aware Leader, Equity Advocate & Life-Long Learner and Practitioner

What our clients are saying about us

As a Senior Executive Director leading a 35,000-person healthcare organization, I faced unprecedented challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Zayna's coaching provided a critical lifeline. Her expertise in emotional intelligence and leadership helped me navigate complex issues with greater clarity and resilience. By fostering a culture of curiosity and collaboration, she empowered our team to find innovative solutions. I wholeheartedly recommend Zayna as an exceptional coach.

Senior Executive Director Healthcare

Zayna created a safe and supportive space for me to explore my leadership potential. Her insightful questions and guidance helped me overcome obstacles and achieve significant growth. I appreciate her ability to combine empathy with strategic thinking. Zayna is a true partner in leadership development

Vancouver Island Health Authority Executive Director Clinical

Zayna and her team's THRIVE program was a game-changer for our frontline leaders. By fostering a culture of leadership development and empowerment, they achieved remarkable results. Increased motivation, accountability, and engagement among participants are just a few of the program's benefits. THRIVE has become a model for other healthcare organizations, demonstrating the power of investing in frontline leadership.

Vice President & THRIVE Executive Sponsor Healthcare

Zayna's deep understanding of organizational dynamics and human behavior is unparalleled. Her coaching helped me develop a clear roadmap for navigating complex challenges in the public sector. Her client-centered approach and ability to build trust were instrumental in my success.

City of Vancouver HR Professional

Zayna's strategic thinking and deep understanding of human behavior were instrumental in transforming our fragmented team into a cohesive, high-performing unit. Her ability to quickly grasp complex challenges and provide actionable solutions is exceptional. As a result of her guidance, we achieved significant milestones and exceeded our business objectives.

Vice President Technology Sector

Why Choose Us

Transformative Leadership & Expertise Across Diverse Sectors

30+ years experience

across Healthcare, Military, Policing, Mental Health, Education, Services, Consulting, Non-Profits, Finance, Publishing, Technology, and Retail.

Specializes

Specializes in Executive Coaching, Facilitation, Leadership Training & Development, Project Management, Change Management, and Design & Delivery of Customized Programs

Leadership Experience

Leadership Experience in leading a team of 650, Strategic Planning, HR & Labour Relations, and Program and Operations Management

Focus & Proven ability

Focuses on human development, creating high-performance cultures, and developing leadership talent. Proven ability to drive transformative change and achieve measurable results.