Teri Riddle

Teri Riddle Profile Photo

Founder and CEO

PROFILE
A seasoned and influential leader with vast global experience working in both the private and public sectors. Adept at advising purpose-driven leaders on building vibrant companies that wisely use human and financial resources to deliver tangible results. Big picture “systems thinker” with deep industry expertise (e.g., philanthropy, healthcare, education/youth, and social connection) and a long history of designing and delivering successful transformational initiatives across diverse contexts.

CAREER OVERVIEW
 CEO and Founder, The Crossland Group Ltd [1998-present]
 Senior Consultant, Pilot Consulting [1995 – 1998]
 CEO, Hospice of Cheshire County [1989 – 1995]
 Administrator, McKerleys Healthcare Center [1981 – 1989]
 Operations Officer, Keene Savings Bank [1975 – 1980]

BOARD EXPERIENCE
Significant experience working directly with corporate and nonprofit boards on designing governance functions, co-creating recruitment approaches and implementing board development strategies.
 Current board member—The Windward Home
 Co-founded/built a board—The RH Crossland Foundation
 Former board member—Waldorf School at Moraine Farm; Hospice of the Monadnock Region

EDUCATION
Questrom School/Boston University – MBA International Business
University of New Hampshire – BA Business and Human Services

COMMUNITY AND RECOGNITION
­ Pro Bono consulting (numerous nonprofits over past 25 years)
­ Volunteer experience—Hospice, Waldorf Schools, Hurricane Relief (Vieques), Habitat for Humanity, local community events
­ Named Business Leader 2019 by Conscious Company
­ Outstanding NH Woman of the Year – NH Charitable Fund
­ Women-owned company certification at state and federal level
­ Executive Coach, Theory U, and Dare to Lead certified
­ Emergency Medical Technician and Critical Incident certification

071: The Human Work Behind Strategy
April 28, 2026

071: The Human Work Behind Strategy

In this thoughtful episode, Elena Armijo welcomes Teri Riddle, CEO and founder of the Crossland Group, to reflect on leadership, trust, and the deeper forces shaping organizations today. With more than twenty five years of ex...

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