Meet Dr. Phildra Swagger

Creative Strategist, Coach, CEO & Founder of

Combined Expertise Inc

Hi, I'm Dr. Phildra

Dr. Swagger is an executive leadership coach, speaker, and strategist who empowers professionals to lead with clarity, alignment, and discipline. With over three decades of leadership experience - from the classroom to the boardroom - she’s guided leaders across education, government, non-profit, and private sectors to unlock their potential and deliver exceptional results. As CEO of Combined Expertise, Inc., she transforms growth-minded organizations by equipping leaders at every level with the tools to thrive.

Let's Connect

" I founded Combined Expertise in 2006 to help others realize their dreams of starting charter schools and small businesses. Since that time, I’ve worked with individuals, entrepreneurs, and corporate executives to establish start-ups and expand their impact and economic footprint.

Building a life or business that fulfills your biggest dreams requires hard work and steadfast focus. I help you get out of your own way and get clear on your vision, so that you can accomplish your goals and enjoy the journey along the way.

As a former educator and a lifelong learner, I value education and personal development. My formal education includes completing my undergraduate studies at North Carolina A&T State University, my M.Ed at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and later my MBA and Ph.D at the University of South Florida. I am an ICF credentialed coach and currently training to be a certified Yoga Instructor.

I am a wife, mother of two, sister, friend, child of God and evolving woman. "