Maura Donahue

Founder and CEO, River Heights Solutions

Maura Donahue is an executive coach and the founder of River Heights Solutions, LLC. With more than 25 years of experience serving higher education institutions, including as a Vice President for Finance and Administration, she empowers leaders in higher education to reclaim their focus, move beyond limiting assumptions and beliefs, and act with clarity and confidence to achieve the results that matter most for their leadership, their teams, and their institutions. Her clients range from established executives to those stepping into leadership roles, as well as rising professionals eager to lead with greater visibility and scope. Drawing on her deep experience in the industry, she creates spaces and experiences that inspire reflection, growth, and connection as leaders navigate turbulent times. Maura holds a Ph.D. in Finance and an M.B.A. from the University of Cincinnati, a B.S. in Finance and an M.A. in Theological Studies from the University of Dayton, and certifications as an executive coach and career coach through the Center for Executive Coaching. She is a member of the International Coaching Federation.