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About Zakaria

Zakaria Sherbiny is the founder and principal of First Rodeo Coaching.

He coaches independent school leaders who are navigating new roles, big transitions, and high expectations—helping them lead authentically, build confidence, and find joy and sustainability in leadership.

A certified executive coach and former independent school leader, Zakaria holds advanced degrees from Harvard and Columbia, where he graduated from the Klingenstein Center for private school leadership.

He has been selected as a three-time member of the NAIS Coaches’ Corner, and serves as an instructor and practicum mentor for the Klingenstein Center.

He lives in Arlington, VA with his wife and their dog, Glenn.

“Zakaria is an insightful coach that helps you get to the core of your challenges and create impactful solutions. Using a genuine approach that gets to know you and your school, he guides you to what is right for your leadership style and community.”
— Kenyatte Reid, Head of School (Saint Ann's School, NY)

Client Schools

  • St. Paul's School (Concord, NH)

  • Middlesex School (Concord, MA)

  • Saint Ann's School (Brooklyn, NY)

  • St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School (Washington, DC)

  • Hawken School (Cleveland, OH)

  • Grace Church School (New York, NY)

  • Hockaday School (Dallas, TX)

  • The Peck School (Morristown, NJ)

  • Montclair Kimberley Academy (Montclair, NJ)

  • Woodberry Forest School (Woodberry, VA)

  • Episcopal Day School (San Mateo, CA)

  • Chandler School (Los Angeles, CA)

  • Harbor School (Vashon Island, WA)

  • Episcopal Day School (Augusta, GA)

Leadership Coaching

Grow your leadership. Achieve your goals. Thrive in your school.

Work one-on-one with an executive coach to strengthen your skills, clarify your priorities, and lead with confidence — all tailored to your unique role and school community.

2025 NAIS Coaches’ Corner in Nashville, TN