For scaling leaders
You've built something real.
Now let's scale it.
Michelle works with scaling founders, owners, and operators who are ready to lead with clarity — and build what's next.
From leaders who made the call
It's been 3 years since Michelle came in as a consultant and worked with my RWR team and the impact she made is still felt today. She literally changed the environment of our company for the better.
Lynn
President/CEO, RWR Waste
We recently wrapped up our consulting work with Michelle and feel a better sense of security in our company’s foundation. We have direction and organization to build a stronger, longstanding company. We’re excited and looking forward to both the internal and external growth that’s to come as a result of the work we’ve done with Michelle.
Lauren
Co-Owner/Broker, Brazos Land Company
The Leader Mini Series offered space for self reflection and avenues to move through challenges and restructure how things are handled.
Matt
Senior Corporate Leader
LEADING from the inside out.
LIVING FULLY. LEADING CONSCIOUSLY.
About Michelle
Doing the WORK...
J. Michelle Cooksey is the Founder of The Be Light Company, LLC, where she helps scaling leaders — founders, operators, and owners — build high-performing teams. With over 20 years of leadership experience in the healthcare industry, Michelle has held roles spanning operations, manufacturing, quality, project management, change management, and strategic planning.
In her last senior leader role in Corporate, she led in a Fortune 9 company, guiding teams through complex business transformations. Known for her ability to create processes and systems that drive sustainable results, Michelle is an award-winning coach and leader who teaches the value of relationships — because true connection leads to greater impact, less effort, and more aligned results.
Michelle holds a Master of Public Administration in Health Care and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP®). Her career has been a journey — from an ego-driven leader who experienced severe burnout to a conscious leader who leads with heart and integrity.
Through years of personal work, she's embraced modalities that deepen self-awareness and self-love, bringing true peace and purpose to her work. Her most transformative tool is Hypnobreathwork®, in which she became certified in 2023. Today, she uses this method to help her clients release suppressed emotions, reframe limiting beliefs, and take aligned action toward their goals and dreams.
A leader of leaders, Michelle's mission is to show leaders how to live fully and lead consciously.
Philosophy
KNOW YOURSELF FIRST.
Self-discovery is the foundation of conscious leadership. Through self-awareness and intentional self-care, leaders unlock the clarity and energy needed to show up fully — for themselves and for their teams. Your leadership is a direct reflection of how you are living your life.
RELATIONSHIPS ARE EVERYTHING.
High-performing teams are built on trust, not just talent. Investing in genuine connection with your team creates the alignment and loyalty that no strategy alone can produce.
SYSTEMS SET YOU FREE.
Sustainable growth requires more than vision — it demands fail-proof systems and processes that help you execute on strategy and position your company for long-term success.
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