“Lead with Purpose, Confidence, Clarity & You Will Achieve Great Success.”
Natasha B. Russell Darby (NBR) is a purpose-driven executive, transformational coach, and communications strategist with more than two decades of experience empowering organizations and individuals to realize their full potential. With a foundation rooted in strategy, branding, and leadership development, Natasha has earned a reputation as a trusted advisor and dynamic voice in the energy, nonprofit, and government sectors. She is the Founder & CEO of NBR Global Solutions Inc. and has previously served on boards such as the Alberta Energy Efficiency Alliance. She was also the strategic advisor for the Calgary Black Chambers where Natasha developed a strategic plan that resulted in the organization’s significant growth and success, additionally resulting in millions of dollars raised for youth and mentorship.
Throughout her career, Natasha has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to building purpose-aligned organizations that thrive through clarity, confidence, and cohesive messaging. Her ability to guide teams through strategic shifts while maintaining a strong, authentic voice has positioned her as a go-to resource for organizations seeking to strengthen their brand, culture, and community engagement. Whether working with C-suite leaders, nonprofit boards, or emerging professionals, Natasha brings deep emotional intelligence and business acumen to every interaction.
Her public speaking experience spans a variety of impactful platforms including engagements with Alberta Blue Cross, United Way, and numerous private companies, where she delivers thought-provoking keynotes on personal branding, leadership confidence, and values-based success. Her delivery is always anchored in relatability, expertise, and actionable insight, inspiring audiences to embrace clarity in their professional and personal paths.
Natasha’s board experience reflects her passion for mentorship and inclusion. She currently serves in a leadership role with Women United – United Way, and has been a mentor with Futurpreneur Canada for the past 10 years, providing online reputation management, strategic marketing communications and public relations services to entrepreneurs and business owners. These roles have allowed her to contribute to policy, programming, and strategic visioning while mentoring future leaders—especially from underrepresented communities.
Her consulting practice and coaching programs have reached a wide audience across Canada, helping executives and organizations redefine success on their own terms. Natasha’s ability to blend strategic insight with people-centered development makes her especially effective in industries where vision, communication, and alignment are critical to performance.
Natasha’s academic and professional credentials are complemented by her lived experiences and deep community involvement. She is a proud Canadian who draws strength and inspiration from her family, the mountains, hiking, and volunteer work with youth. These passions reflect the values she brings to her work: resilience, clarity, integrity, and a deep belief in human potential.
She is also active with the Calgary Chamber of Commerce, where she expands her strategic network and stays connected to local business trends. This involvement reflects her commitment to continual growth, partnership, and impact in both urban and rural communities.
Through her published work, blog posts, and thought leadership on LinkedIn, Brainz magazine and her website, Natasha continues to advocate for inclusive leadership, authentic communication, and empowerment at all levels.
Natasha is now actively pursuing board opportunities with values-aligned organizations that recognize the importance of strategic communications, inclusive leadership, and transformational growth. She thrives in spaces where her experience can create lasting impact, particularly within medium-sized organizations with 15,000 or more employees, and sectors such as energy, technology, nonprofit, and government.
Character:
Natasha brings compassion, authenticity, and purpose to every role she undertakes. Her work is grounded in values that inspire trust, inclusivity, and courage in the people around her.
Knowledge:
With over 20 years of experience in strategic planning, branding, leadership development, and communications, Natasha offers a wealth of insight that helps organizations overcome challenges and unlock new potential.
Strategic:
Natasha has a proven track record of guiding organizations through transformative change with clarity and vision. She aligns strategic planning with values-driven execution to deliver meaningful results.
Communication:
As a speaker, writer, and coach, Natasha excels at delivering messages that resonate. She simplifies complex ideas, engages diverse audiences, and helps leaders and brands find their authentic voice.
